Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso called for stronger Manila-Beijing connectivity as he led the countdown to the Chinese New Year in Binondo on Monday night, Feb. 16. Addressing residents and visitors gathered in the world’s oldest Chinatown, Domagoso welcomed Chinese Ambassador...
Ninety-four couples were married in the Muntinlupa City government 's "Kasalang Bayan" held on Feb. 13 at the Muntinlupa City Sports Center. Mayor Ruffy Biazon officiated the mass wedding organized by the city government 's Community Affairs and Development Office. The Muntinlupa Local...
Like a long journey on a motorcycle, relationships also require endurance, balance, and commitment, and these bonds were further strengthened and made official after Marikina City Mayor Maan Teodoro officiated the wedding of 10 rider couples a few days before Valentine’s Day. The special...
METRO MATTERS Few gatherings in the world are capable of bringing millions together across borders, beliefs, and backgrounds, and doing so with order, joy, and unity. The 2026 Sinulog Festival did exactly that. With an estimated 5.6 million participants, Sinulog once again affirmed Cebu’s role...
Mayor Benjie Miranda denounced the recent killing of a 74-year-old woman by the New People’s Army (NPA) in Barangay Tapi, Kabankalan City, Negros Occidental. In a radio interview, Miranda expressed deep sorrow over the killing and said he even helped repair the victim 's home after an...
TACLOBAN CITY – The local government of Matag-ob, Leyte on Wednesday, Feb. 11, approved an ordinance imposing a total smoking ban to safeguard public health. The Sangguniang Bayan unanimously approved the measure that fines violators P1,000 to P2,500, with confiscation of tobacco products and...
CEBU CITY – The repair of two major bridges in Danao City, northern Cebu province will start soon. The Office of the President and the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) have agreed to reprogram the 2026 funds for their repairs. This development came after Danao Mayor Nito Durano...
CEBU CITY – Suspending classes have become almost automatic when heavy rains strike. On Tuesday, Feb. 10, several local government units (LGUs) in Cebu suspended in-person classes due to heavy rain. But a mayor in one of the towns did the opposite, and his explanation of refusing to suspend...
CEBU CITY – A coalition of local event organizers and suppliers are up in arms about the move of a major hotel here to tap an exclusive entity for event-related technical services. The Cebu City Suppliers and Event Organizers (CCSEO) urged Mayor Nestor Archival to step in and help resolve the...
Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto renewed his call on Monday, Feb. 9, for the passage of an anti-political dynasty law, stressing that the proposed measure is meant to curb the concentration of power and the misuse of public resources, not to target specific families or individuals. “Hindi po ito...
BAGUIO CITY – The Filipino-Chinese community and the city government launched activities for the Spring Festival 2026 celebration in the Year of the Fire Horse at the city hall on Monday, Feb. 9. "This year 's celebration is more colorful and fun with the help of the good relationship...
BACOLOD CITY – Mayor Greg Gasataya reminded people to be wary of fake and misleading reports on social media about flooding in this highly-urbanized city due to tropical cyclone ‘’Basyang.’’ “It is sad and disappointing that, in the middle of a calamity, some choose to exploit the...
