Six barangay chairpersons from across Manila were recognized on Monday, June 15, as the Most Outstanding Barangay Chairmen for 2026 in an awarding ceremony led by Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso. The awardees, representing the city’s six districts, were cited for their leadership and...
Several areas in Manila will face temporary water service interruptions next week as Maynilad Water Services Inc. conducts scheduled maintenance works. In an advisory, Maynilad said the activities aim to keep its water distribution system in the West Zone safe and reliable and are scheduled during...
Ninety-one couples exchanged vows in a mass wedding at Mehan Garden, with the Manila city government covering major expenses to ensure accessibility, held as part of the capital’s 455th founding anniversary celebrations. The "Kasalang Bayan" on June 13 was officiated by Manila Mayor Francisco...
The Philippines has sought World Bank backing for a $1-billion program aimed at tackling the country ’ s plastic waste problem, starting with Metro Manila. In a June 10 document, the World Bank said that the proposed Clean Philippines Multiphase Programmatic Approach (MPA) is designed to improve...
Whenever Lechon Diva Dedet de la Fuente calls, we come over. Over the years, I have been fortunate enough to visit her home a few times, always in pursuit of whatever new culinary idea had captured her imagination. Sometimes it was a private degustation. Other times, it was a new menu she was...
It 's always exciting to discover new foodie destinations in Quezon City. Lately, I 've been making the rounds of several new openings, but one recent discovery stood out not because of gimmicks or over-the-top presentations, but because of something far simpler: honest Filipino food. I...
It 's now the rainy season, and perhaps it 's true what they say: you only realize what is gone when you start to miss it. As I write this story, a heavy downpour pounds the night outside. Yet in my mind, I find myself transported back to Siargao, where sunlight, sea breeze, and salt air...
The Manila Police District’s (MPD) latest arrests and enforcement operations reflect the Philippine National Police’s (PNP) broader push toward case-building and accountability under Chief Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. In its latest accomplishment report, the MPD recorded...
Words by Devi de Veyra Conferred the National Artist Award for Dance in 1976, Leonor Orosa Goquingco did not live to see a sustained interest in her works, unlike most other awardees, especially those from the field of visual arts. Instead, Leonor saw her iconic ballet productions fade from the...
Local responders and concerned agencies swiftly contained a chemical incident at Pier 18 in Manila on Saturday, June 13, Barangay 101 officials confirmed. Authorities identified the chemical involved as sucralose, an artificial sweetener commonly used in the food and beverage industry. The incident...
When we look into the way each dancer moves, we find ourselves brought to their world. In this world, we follow the story of Paquita, a gypsy dancer from Spain. It is a time of great uncertainty, as France’s Napoleon Bonaparte has a strong hold on the country. On one fateful night, Paquita finds...
The Manila local government has provided around P3.1 million in medical assistance to residents through its Kaagapay Program, which aims to help cover healthcare expenses for those in need. The assistance, initiated by Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno" Domagoso, is part of the city’s ongoing...
