A 69-year-old man allegedly involved in a robbery-extortion scheme targeting businessmen in Binondo was arrested by operatives of the Manila Police District–Station 11 during an entrapment operation, while his supposed police accomplice remains at large. The suspect was identified as Eduardo...
The image of Señor Sto. Niño returned to the Sto. Niño de Tondo Parish Church along Moriones Street in Tondo, Manila at around 8 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026, as Catholic devotees began flocking to the church for the annual feast of the Child Jesus. Church officials confirmed the arrival of the...
The Pasig City government will implement traffic advisories and rerouting schemes on Sunday, Jan. 18, marking the 25th Bambino Grand Festival. According to the Pasig City Public Information Office (PIO), the event will start at 1 p.m., with the thanksgiving mass and Bambino Grand Parade. It added...
Thousands of devotees gathered around Sto. Niño de Tondo Parish on Saturday, Jan. 17, ahead of the feast day of the Sto. Niño, drawing large crowds throughout the day. Drone footage released by the Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DRRM) showed dense crowds surrounding the...
The City of Manila’s drive for sustainable and inclusive employment gained fresh momentum on Jan. 16 as Vice Mayor Chi Atienza secured the commitment of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) to expand skills training and livelihood opportunities for Manileños. Vice...
Church officials in Pandacan have released the schedule of activities for the Feast of Sto Niño de Pandacan, which will be observed from January 16 to January 18. The celebration will open on Jan. 16 with the Ante Visperas scheduled at 7 p.m. at a temporary mass area. Activities will continue on...
The Malabon City government has ordered the temporary closure of a warehouse facility in Barangay Maysilo, on Friday, Jan. 16, after its operator failed to comply with business permit and regulatory requirements. The closure order was issued by the Business Permit and Licensing Office (BPLO)...
The southbound lane of Dimasalang Bridge will reopen to motorists on Jan. 17, 2026, following the completion of rehabilitation works by the Department of Public Works and Highways. In a formal notice sent to Manila City Hall this week, the Department of Public Works and Highways North Manila...
Manila authorities have announced road closures and traffic rerouting in the eastern area of Sto Niño de Tondo in connection with the Feast of Sto Niño de Tondo 2026, which is expected to draw large crowds of devotees. According to the Manila Police District, road closures will be implemented...
The City of Manila welcomed the courtesy visit of the ASEAN Governors and Mayors Forum (AGMF) Secretariat and the United Cities and Local Governments Asia Pacific (UCLG ASPAC) in preparation for the Philippines’ role as Chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in 2026. As part...
The Malabon City government, in partnership with the International Academy of Medical Specialists (IAMS), is conducting a three-day humanitarian medical and surgical outreach program providing free eye care and minor surgical services to up to 1,000 Malabueños. According to the city government,...
Devotees are expected to gather in large numbers as the Feast of Sto. Niño de Tondo is set to be held from January 16 to January 18, featuring three days of religious observances and processions honoring the Holy Child Jesus, one of the most venerated images in the city. The celebration opens on...
