The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Wednesday, Jan. 7, ordered a new inspection of a suspected Chinese dredger accused of operating with irregularities in Manila Bay and nearby waters. PCG Commandant Adm. Ronnie Gil Gavan directed the Coast Guard District National Capital Region–Central Luzon to...
Several devotees became irritated over the new schedule for the start of the traditional "Pahalik" of the image of Jesus Nazareno at the Quirino Grandstand on Wednesday, Jan. 7. In an interview with Manila Bulletin, some devotees said they were surprised with the late start of the annual tradition,...
Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso assured the public of the strength and safety of all bridges that will be used during the conduct of the Traslacion procession on Friday, Jan. 9, noting that these have been properly inspected and certified by the Department of Public Works and Highways...
President Marcos has ordered the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) to board and inspect all dredgers operating for the reclamation project in Manila Bay. Palace Press Officer and Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro said the PCG confirmed that the President directed them to check the vessels...
The Department of Health (DOH) on Tuesday, January 6, announced that it has raised a Code White Alert as part of its preparations for the Traslacion of the Black Nazarene, which is expected to draw millions of devotees. The alert was activated three days before the Traslacion and will remain in...
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) will deploy up to 300 personnel for the celebration of the Feast of Black Nazarene, including the famed procession of the revered image of the Black Nazarene or “Traslacion,” on Jan. 9. The annual religious event is scheduled on Jan. 9, and is expected to draw...
The city government of Manila, together with other concerned agencies, is ramping up its preparations for the traditional "Pahalik" to be held at the Quirino Grandstand starting Wednesday night, Jan. 7, as part of the celebration of the Feast of the Black Nazarene. Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko...
The Manila Police District (MPD) reported that five persons of interest linked to the firecracker left on the street, later picked up by two 12-year-old boys in Tondo, Manila, have yet to appear and give their statements, despite being summoned by authorities. The incident resulted in the death of...
The Manila Police District (MPD) has issued a traffic rerouting scheme for motorists in preparation for the highly-anticipated Traslacion 2026 on Friday, Jan. 9, a traditional procession celebrated during the Feast of Jesus Nazareno in Manila attended by millions of devotees. In its advisory, a...
The Chinese Embassy in Manila on Saturday, Jan. 3, hit back anew at Senator Kiko Pangilinan’s remark over the West Philippine Sea issue, saying the Philippines has the right to claim its exclusive economic zone (EEZ) as much as China does. In a statement, the embassy acknowledged that the two...
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) officially began the strict enforcement of the prohibition of electric tricycles (e-trikes) and electric bicycles (e-bikes) from major highways across Metro Manila on Friday, Jan. 2. LTO Asst. Sec. Markus V. Lacanilao said the roads covered by the ban include...
A strong explosion rocked a residential area in Barangay 227, Zone 21, Tondo, Manila, just minutes after the New Year countdown on Thursday, January 1. The blast was heard at around 12:10 a.m., startling residents who were still welcoming the New Year. At least three houses were affected by the...
