An ex-convict allegedly poured gasoline on his own house in Intramuros in a jealousy-fueled act against his wife, triggering a massive fire that remains ongoing and has forced the evacuation of hundreds of families. Barangay 655 Chairman Johny Yacub said the man, identified as alias Burnok, had...
An e-trike driver was injured after debris from a dilapidated building fell on him along Recto Avenida in Manila on Wednesday, Feb. 25. The driver was rushed by the Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO) to the hospital to receive further medical treatment. Meanwhile, a...
A 33-year-old motorcycle rider was injured after crashing his vehicle into a concrete barrier along P. Burgos Street near Kartilya ng Katipunan in Manila early Tuesday morning, Feb. 24. The Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO) said the victim allegedly lost control of his...
The Manila City Government has allocated more than P16 million for 13 child patients who will undergo life-saving operations here and abroad, Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno" Domagoso announced on Friday, Feb. 20. According to Domagoso, the beneficiaries include eight children scheduled...
Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso was given due recognition by the Million Trees Foundation and the bamboo sector on Thursday, Feb. 19, for his administration 's 100,000-bamboo tree planting program as part of the city government 's expanded efforts in mitigating...
Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso urged owners of various architectural landmarks and heritage sites in the city to coordinate with the city government in the preservation and rehabilitation of these structures that not only showcase the skills of their builders and designers but have...
Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno" Domagoso visited Metro Pacific Fresh Farms (MPFF) in San Rafael, Bulacan, on Wednesday, Feb. 18, as part of his administration 's bid to introduce modern urban farming technologies in Manila to curb food shortages and ensure food security in the...
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...
The city government of Manila on Tuesday, Feb. 17, reported a steady increase in business registrations, with 1,243 establishments applying for new permits. According to the Manila City Bureau of Permits, this represents a 106.48 percent year-on-year surge in new business registrations as of Feb....
Authorities are currently investigating a dismembered body found inside a black trash bag and stuffed inside a drum in Binondo, Manila, on Sunday, Feb. 15. The Manila Police District (MPD) said two men riding a white Mitsubishi L300 van stopped on top of Mel Lopez Bridge and instructed two...
Manila City Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso officiated a mass wedding of 100 couples at Robinsons Place Manila on Friday, Feb. 13, part of the city 's Valentine 's Day festivities. According to Domagoso, the couples were the earliest to submit their wedding documents to the City...
The Manila City Government has approved the distribution of P11 million in financial assistance to patients under its KAAGAPAY Program, extending support to residents facing serious medical conditions. Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso made the statement on Friday, Feb. 13,...
