Mayor Lani Cayetano said she will not allow the establishment of a Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) in Taguig. “A POGO refers to an entity that offers and participates in offshore gaming services by providing games to players, taking bets, and paying the winning players. The...
The suspects in the killing of Barangay Buli Chairman Ronaldo “Kaok” Loresca were charged with murder by the police. Loresca, 48, was shot by two unidentified men at about 10:16 p.m. on May 22 in front of Sole So Blessed Sneakers and Apparel at No. 195 Manuel L Quezon Street, Barangay...
The Muntinlupa City government is encouraging residents in different barangays to join clean-up drives to prevent the spread of dengue. “Dengue fever is a mosquito-borne viral infection that is endemic to the Philippines. It affects people of all ages. Its severe form, dengue hemorrhagic...
The management of Quezon City Memorial Circle (QMC) installed waste bins for proper waste segregation on Tuesday, June 4. (Quezon Memorial Circle facebook page) Bins for biodegradable, non-biodegradable, and recyclable were installed around QMC. Posters were also placed for the park goers to reduce...
Some of Tanay, Rizal's most scenic spots have become favorite shooting locations of local television series and movies. The June 3 episode of “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo,” which airs nightly on TV-5 and Kapamilya Channel Online, featured a scene that was shot inside the Palaya Natural Farm...
The makeshift bridge between Barangay Bagong Silangan, Quezon City and San Mateo, Rizal collapsed due to heavy rainfall on Wednesday, June 5. (Screenshot from Facebook) Personnel from the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DRRMO) will assess the damage of the area and assist the...
The Malabon City government on Tuesday, June 4, conducted a road clearing operation and river clean-up drive in anticipation of the rainy season. (Photo from Malabon City Government/Manila Bulletin) Members of the Public Safety and Traffic Management Office (PSTMO) and Mayor’s Complaint and...
The Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII) announced on Wednesday, June 5, that it will conduct the “Lakad Magkaibigan,” an Independence Day walk initiative on Sunday, June 9. (Photo from Hannah Nicol/Manila Bulletin) The FFCCCII said that around 5,000...
The UPMV K9 SAR Corps joined the Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) in a seminar on canine first aid to improve the appreciation and care of dogs in local communities, especially those involved in search and rescue (SAR) efforts. Held at the MMDA headquarters in Napindan, Taguig, the...
With classes now over, the Taguig City government launched its Operation Libreng Tuli (circumcision) in different barangays. With the help of the Medical Assistance Office, the city government said the free circumcision will be done by a group of doctors, nurses and other medical personnel....
Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna delivers a speech at the 'Ika-143 Anibersaryo ng Kagitingan sa Bangkusay' held in Tondo, Manila. (Photo by Bong Son/MANILA BULLETIN) Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna-Pangan urged the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) to install more historical...
In a bid to enhance inclusivity and protection for the LGBTQIA+ community, the Muntinlupa City government will establish a Rainbow Desk that will focus on addressing the concerns and needs of the sector. LGBTQIA+ means lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, intersex and asexual...
