Quiapo Church and local authorities have issued final reminders to devotees ahead of Traslacion 2026, urging the public to strictly observe the prescribed do’s and don’ts to ensure safety, order, and solemnity during the annual procession of Jesus Nazarene. Under the theme “Dapat Siyang...
Hundreds of devoted followers of Jesus Nazarene began camping overnight at Rizal Park (Luneta) in anticipation of the annual Traslacion procession on Friday, Jan. 9. Many arrived late Thursday evening, laying out mats and blankets to secure spots along the park and open areas leading to Quirino...
Quiapo Church has announced that the traditional “pahalik” of the image of Jesus Nazarene at Quirino Grandstand will be extended until Saturday, Jan. 10, following an overwhelming turnout of devotees. According to Rector and Parish Priest Rev. Fr. Ramon Jade Licuanan, the extension is intended...
The Manila City Government has revised its garbage collection fees for businesses for the first time since 2013, citing higher waste volumes, rising hauling costs, and the need to align fees with actual service expenses under Ordinance No. 9151. City Treasurer Atty. Paul Vega said the updated fees...
A dispute among tricycle drivers over earnings turned deadly after it escalated into a stabbing and shooting incident that left two men dead in Barangay 96, Tondo, Manila, on Wednesday, Jan. 7. According to the Manila Police District (MPD), one of the victims was identified only as “Marlon,” a...
With just a day left before the Traslacion of the Jesus Nazarene on Friday, Jan. 9, the city of Manila, together with national agencies, has intensified preparations as millions of devotees are anticipated to take part in one of the country’s largest religious gatherings. Manila City Mayor...
Bulacan ended 2025 with a landmark achievement as the Department of Agriculture–Regional Field Office III (DA-RFO III) named it as the Top Performing Province (Rank 1) for excellence in carrying out agricultural programs, projects, and initiatives under the agency’s banner programs. Governor...
Quiapo Church officials said they have prepared three sets of ropes as part of crowd control measures to ensure the smooth flow of the Traslacion 2026. Authorities said the rope distance, previously set at 50 meters, has been reduced to 30 meters on each side, citing repeated disruptions in...
Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno" Domagoso has signed three Executive Orders as part of the city government’s preparations for the Feast of Jesus Nazarene on Jan. 9. Under Executive Order No. 1, Series of 2026, work in all offices of the Manila City Government will be suspended, along...
Families affected by a residential fire in Barangay Potrero received financial assistance from the Malabon City government to help them recover from the incident that occurred on Jan. 4. Mayor Jeannie Sandoval, together with the City Social Welfare and Development Department, led the distribution...
The andas that will carry the image of Jesus Nazarene during the Traslación on Jan. 9 has undergone major structural upgrades, including the addition of an underchassis, a steering wheel, and a four-wheel system, Quiapo Church officials said. From last year’s three-wheel setup, the 2026 andas...
An 18-year-old man, who was allegedly fleeing from several men aboard a red vehicle, died after falling into the Pasig River in Barangay 286, Binondo, Manila, authorities said. Barangay Kagawad Hamid Salambat said the incident occurred shortly after 7 p.m. , on Monday night, Jan. 5, following a...
