True to his promise to curb corruption in the city government, Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso has announced changes to the city’s zoning requirements as part of his administration 's goal to promote ease of doing business and reduce red tape in government transactions. During...
Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso gave assurance to the Korean Embassy in Manila that the safety and security of Korean nationals in the city are strictly observed and protected. Domagoso made the statement on Tuesday, Sept. 9, following a luncheon hosted by Korean Ambassador to the...
Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso led the inauguration of Manila’s first-ever Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory (Cath Lab) at the Ospital ng Maynila, a specialized facility that will provide life-saving heart procedures free of charge to city residents. The laboratory, licensed by the...
The Manila Police District (MPD) arrested a man who threatened to kill a tricycle driver with a jungle knife (bolo) in Baseco Compound, Port Area, Manila, on Saturday, Sept. 6. The suspect was identified as alias Dick, 48, and a resident of the area. According to the MPD, the police were conducting...
A 23-year-old man was arrested after threatening to stab Manila Police District (MPD) officers during clearing and routine patrol operations in Ermita, Manila, on Saturday, Sept. 6. The MPD identified the suspect as alias Anthony, a resident of San Andres Bukid. Based on the police report, officers...
Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso approved the disbursement of the 1st and 2nd quarter 2025 budget for all 896 barangays in the city on Friday, Sept. 5. Domagoso said the delayed budget, totaling P150,055,477.37, has already been signed, assuring the public that the city government will...
A total of 100 couples in Manila who tied the knot received cash gifts during a mass civil wedding officiated by Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso at the Bulwagang Bayan of Manila City Hall on Thursday, Sept. 4. The local government said each couple received P6,000 along with free wedding...
Firefighters belonging to the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) and Recto Engine Fire Volunteers expressed their disappointment over an AI-generated photo of a burning truck posted on social media on Thursday, Sept. 4. According to Recto Volunteer Fire Chief Samuel Fenix, a follower on their social...
Three fires hit parts of Tondo, Manila on Friday morning, Sept. 5, the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) reported. Authorities said the first fire was reported in Solis Street, Jose Abad Santos Avenue at around 5:37 a.m. and was declared fire out at 5:46 a.m. The second blaze occurred on Barrio Menu...
Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso reminded protesters who stormed the office of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Manila earlier today, Sept. 4, of the legal consequences of their actions. In a media briefing, Domagoso said he has ordered the Manila Police District...
Manila City Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso said the Pres. Corazon C. Aquino General Hospital or Baseco Hospital will open on Friday, Sept. 5, as part of the city government 's expanded efforts in boosting the city 's healthcare capabilities. The three-story, 50-bed capacity...
After ending a "word war" with Manila 3rd District Rep. Joel Chua, Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso said they have vowed to work together in improving the lives of the city 's residents. In an interview with Manila Bulletin on Wednesday, Sept. 3, Domagoso said he has forgiven those...
