Japanese gaming firm Universal Entertainment Corporation reported on the performance of its Philippine unit that owns Okada Manila, providing a sneak peek into the continued struggle of the Philippine integrated resort business. UEC said Okada Manila operator Tiger Resort, Leisure and Entertainment...
Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso spearheaded the demolition of the Barangay 167 hall in Tondo which had long occupied nearly half of the road and posed risks to both motorists and pedestrians. The removal was completed within 24 hours after the mayor ordered its clearing. The action was...
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is undertaking the full upgrade of 31 pumping stations in Metro Manila by 2026 as part of efforts to strengthen the capital’s flood control system. DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan said nearly half of the pumping stations have already been upgraded...
The United States Embassy in Manila confirmed on Wednesday, July 16, that it will build two new boat maintenance facilities in Palawan, near the disputed features of the West Philippine Sea. In a statement, the embassy said that its US Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command issued two public...
President Marcos lauded the “impressive” ongoing construction of the first phase of the Metro Manila Subway Project (MMSP), saying it will reduce travel time from Valenzuela to the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) from two hours to just 40 minutes upon completion. Marcos said this as...
The Manila Hotel, in partnership with Designers Circle Philippines (DCP), presents “Timeless,” an exhibit of modern Filipiniana bridal gowns, on display at the hotel’s iconic Grand Lobby until Aug. 7, 2025. Celebrating the elegance of the Filipino love story, “Timeless” brings together...
Philippine Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) are emerging as global frontrunners, with the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) proudly unveiling the universities from their respective areas that have earned spots in the esteemed 2025 World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI). On their...
To strengthen scholar communities across the Lasallian network, the Lasallian Scholars Society (LSS) of De La Salle University-Manila conducted Lasallian Scholars Summit 2025 (LSSUMMIT 2025), a two-day capacity-building event held from July 11 to 12, 2025, at the DLSU-Manila campus. The event...
Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso spearheaded the road clearing for the safety of pedestrian in the streets of Manila. Domagoso commended Barangay Chairwoman Edzel Acosta for proactively seeking assistance from the city to clear road obstructions in her community. “Natutuwa tayo...
The Philippines’ capital city is regarded as the cheapest city for the rich in Asia-Pacific by Swiss wealth manager Julius Baer, despite inflation denting even the affluent’s deep pockets. In Julius Baer’s Global Wealth and Lifestyle Report 2025, released on July 14, Manila is ranked 10th...
Razon-led Manila Water Co. is nearly done with its mainline extension pipelaying project in Angono, Rizal, which would benefit thousands of residents in the area by the third quarter of 2025. In a statement on Monday, July 14, Manila Water said its ₱24.4-million investment for the project is...
Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso on Saturday, July 12, received 100 body cameras intended for use by the city’s traffic enforcers to support efforts in improving traffic management and promoting road discipline. The mayor said the cameras will help identify reckless drivers and...
