A bus caught fire along the westbound lane of P. Tuazon Boulevard, just before the Epifanio De Los Santos Avenue (EDSA) intersection on Saturday, Aug. 23, causing heavy traffic in the area. According to the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), the incident occurred at around 6:45 p.m....
The Manila Health Department has recorded a total of 310 leptospirosis cases and 247 dengue cases across six city district hospitals as of August 22, prompting renewed calls for public vigilance during the rainy season. According to official data, 29 deaths have been attributed to leptospirosis,...
The City Government of Manila has announced the availability of free Doxycycline in its health centers and district hospitals starting Saturday, August 23, i n preparation for expected rains and the health risks they can cause. Doxycycline is an antibiotic used to prevent leptospirosis, a...
The Valenzuela City government launched the “PANATAG: Valenzuela’s Flood Control Resilience Initiatives,” a comprehensive plan to strengthen flood resilience, highlighting science-based solutions, community participation, and strong partnerships with national agencies and academic...
Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso met with vendors from Divisoria and the University Belt (U-Belt) on Wednesday, August 20, to discuss livelihood concerns and plans to establish another Ugbo food lane in Sampaloc. The meeting, held at Manila City Hall, aimed to address issues...
NBA star Kyle Kuzma visited the Tenement in Punta, Sta. Ana, Manila on Wednesday, August 20, for the unveiling of a new mural in his honor, and was joined by Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso and Vice Mayor Chi Atienza in a celebration of basketball, street art, and community...
The Caloocan City government, through its Social Welfare Development Department (CSWDD), rescued a six-year-old boy after a video of his stepfather physically abusing him surfaced on social media in Barangay 175, Caloocan City. According to the Caloocan City Police Station (CCPS), the video taken...
More than 150 fast food managers from various establishments across the City of Manila met with the local government to discuss ongoing initiatives aimed at expanding employment opportunities for senior citizens and persons with disabilities (PWDs), improving customer service, and strengthening the...
Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso has committed to converting the old Ospital ng Maynila building into a new academic facility for the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (PLM) within two years. Speaking during a PLM Board of Regents meeting on Tuesday, August 19, Domagoso said the...
The Northern Police District (NPD) has expressed its commitment to accountability and discipline as investigations continue into the alleged arbitrary detention of Jason Dela Rosa at the Caloocan City Police Station from July 22 to 25. In a statement, the NPD said it is cooperating with the...
The father of a college student who died from leptospirosis after searching for him in floodwaters has filed complaints against three Caloocan policemen for his alleged illegal arrest and detention. Jason Dela Rosa, accompanied by Caloocan Bishop and Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David, filed the case...
The Barangay Hall of Barangay 647, located along C. Palanca Street in Quiapo, was demolished following an order from the Manila City Government. Along with the barangay hall, several informal structures and shanties in the area were also cleared. The demolition operation started on Monday, August...
