The central bank is grappling with an “unusual” inflation shock following the historic ₱85 daily minimum wage hike in Metro Manila, though a hyper-aggressive policy response is unlikely, according to Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor Eli M. Remolona Jr. On the sidelines of a BSP book...
The Makati City Police Station on Saturday, July 4, said it had identified the individual linked to the recent online threat against one of the city 's schools and reaffirmed that the safety of students, teachers, and school personnel remains its top priority. Police withheld the...
Authorities are investigating an alleged case of contaminated bottled mineral water after a 63-year-old store owner and a 20-year-old customer were hospitalized following its consumption in Antipolo City. The Antipolo Component City Police Station (Antipolo CCPS) said the incident occurred on the...
At 103, Lola Norlinda—better known in her neighborhood as “Mommy Aswang”—proved she is still full of life as she personally lined up to register for her National ID and Parañaque City’s Help Card. Despite her age, Lola Norlinda remains strong, healthy, and independent, earning admiration...
Seventy-three residents of Parañaque City received livelihood assistance from the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and the city government to help them start or expand small businesses. Mayor Edwin Olivarez led the turnover ceremony on July 1 at the Parañaque Sports Complex in Barangay...
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) on Friday, July 3, issued a Show Cause Order (SCO) to the registered owner and driver of a jeepney caught speeding and swerving while carrying passengers along Marcos Highway in Antipolo City. The incident occurred on June 30 in Barangay Mayamot, where the...
A movie collaboration between comedy icons Vice Ganda and Vic Sotto now appears almost certain after an accidental social media leak and a surprise exchange of greetings on their rival noontime television shows added to mounting speculation ahead of an expected official announcement. The project,...
Four minors are now under police custody following the stabbing of a Grade 8 student near a school in Barangay Daniel Fajardo, Las Piñas City, on July 2, while the alleged main attacker remains at large. According to the Southern Police District (SPD), the Grade 8 student of Las Piñas National...
A 59-year-old man allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol escaped unharmed after his sport utility vehicle (SUV) slammed into concrete barriers along the eastbound lane of Commonwealth Avenue in Quezon City before dawn on Saturday, July 4. The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) Traffic...
The Makati City Police Station said it intensified security measures in schools across the city following an alleged online post threatening students and teachers at one of the city 's schools on Friday, July 3. While the station did not identify the school or the individual involved, it said...
The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP)–Marikina City Jail received sewing machines, television sets, and hygiene kits from the Marikina City government in support of rehabilitation efforts and the welfare of persons deprived of liberty (PDLs). On Friday, July 3, Mayor Marjorie Ann...
Motorists are advised to brace for traffic disruptions as Pasay City will temporarily close a portion of Diokno Boulevard beginning July 6 to ensure security during the impeachment proceedings of Vice President Sara Duterte at the Senate. Pasay Traffic and Parking Management Office (PTPMO) chief...
