Helping underprivileged communities has often begun with generosity, expressed through outreach programs, donation drives, and volunteer visits that bring moments of relief and connection. At the British School Manila (BSM), these efforts continue to matter, but they are also seen as the starting...
Despite the scorching heat, several groups trooped to Mendiola in Manila on Friday, March 27, to call on the national government to immediately act on various social and economic issues arising from the Middle East war. Around 800 protesters belonging to Pagkakaisa ng mga Samahan ng Tsuper at...
The Philippines and Japan on Friday, March 27, signed an exchange of notes for the fourth tranche of loan that Tokyo is extending for the construction of the Metro Manila Subway Project. Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro and Japanese Ambassador to the Philippines...
The Manila City government and jeepney drivers operating in the city have agreed to provide free rides to commuters, with the city shouldering the earnings of participating jeepney drivers, Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso announced on Friday, March 27. Following his meeting with the...
The Manila City local government slammed posts on social media saying that dump trucks or garbage trucks were used in its "Libreng Sakay" program to transport commuters for free as several public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers and operators, particularly jeepney drivers, refrained from plying their...
The City Government of Manila has taken a significant step toward strengthening transparency and fiscal accountability following the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Qadena Foundation. The partnership introduces a blockchain-powered initiative aimed at improving the visibility,...
Around 100 local government units (LGUs) in the country forged a partnership with the national government to roll out P5 billion worth of infrastructure projects aimed at uplifting conflict-affected and vulnerable communities across the country. The agreements were formalized on Thursday, March 26,...
Residents of Manila can now enjoy free access to several public swimming pools across the city this summer, following a directive from Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso. The initiative aims to provide safe and clean recreational spaces for families, especially during the hot season, without...
Police have arrested two women for assaulting and stabbing another woman in Barangay 843, Pandacan, Manila, on Thursday, March 26. According to the Manila Police District (MPD), the 29-year-old victim was on her way home along Zamora Street when the two female suspects, identified as the victim...
A total of 21,127 delivery riders operating in Manila are being targeted to receive the P5,000 fuel subsidy from the national government starting on Thursday, March 26, as part of its efforts in alleviating the adverse economic effects of the Middle East war in the country, particularly on the...
The National Parks Development Committee (NPDC) on Thursday, March 26, urged the public to join the Earth Hour 2026 observance on March 28 at Rizal Park in Manila, as part of the global call to protect the environment. “The public is encouraged to participate, bring family and friends, and...
The Chinese embassy in Manila has welcomed President Marcos ' pronouncement that the Philippines is open to the possibility of joint oil exploration with China amid the looming oil crisis brought by the Middle East conflict. Guo Wei, deputy spokesman for the embassy, said setting aside both...
