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Overheated rice cooker causes Tondo fire
by Andrew Ronquillo - July 16, 2026 - 12:00am
An overheated rice cooker may have caused a fire in Tondo, Manila on Tuesday.
DepEd launches shooter drills
by Andrew Ronquillo - July 16, 2026 - 12:00am
To deter on-campus security threats, the Department of Education (DepEd) launched yesterday the first-ever active shooter drill at the Manila Science High School.Postponed last week due to class suspensions brought...
Mayon effuses lava anew
by Andrew Ronquillo - July 14, 2026 - 12:00am
Mayon Volcano in Albay discharged lava that flowed toward the gullies of Basud, Bonga and Mi-isi yesterday, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said.
Malabon PWDs get free rice
by Andrew Ronquillo - July 14, 2026 - 12:00am
First Lady Liza Marcos yesterday led the distribution of free rice to persons with disabilities in Malabon.
TD Haishen approaches PAR
by Andrew Ronquillo - July 14, 2026 - 12:00am
A tropical depression with the international name Haishen may enter the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) today, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration said.
Manila residents urged to wear masks
by Andrew Ronquillo - July 10, 2026 - 12:00am
 The Manila city government yesterday asked residents to wear face masks and observe standard health protocols amid the resurgence of COVID-19 in the metropolis.
Cyberlibel raps filed anew vs Barzaga
by Andrew Ronquillo - July 10, 2026 - 12:00am
Expelled Cavite congressman Kiko Barzaga is facing another case of cyberlibel before a Manila court over a Facebook post in January allegedly containing defamatory remarks against Rep. Rolando Valeriano.
292 Filipino-Americans to join Very Important Pinoy Tour
by Andrew Ronquillo - July 9, 2026 - 12:00am
Up to 292 Filipino-Americans will join government-guided tours in Manila, Dumaguete and Cebu from July 12 to 21 as part of the 2026 Very Important Pinoy (VIP) Tour, a flagship program that reconnects participants...
Super typhoon set to enter PAR
by Andrew Ronquillo - July 7, 2026 - 12:00am
The super typhoon with international name Bavi will enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility this evening or early morning tomorrow, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration said...
Lack of facilities shows gaps in juvenile justice system
by Andrew Ronquillo - July 6, 2026 - 12:00am
For the past 14 years, Gary Cañete has been working as a house parent For the past 14 years, Gary Cañete has been working as a house parent in a Bahay Pag-asa facility, a 24-hour child-caring institution...
P550 million allotted for seed storage facilities
by Andrew Ronquillo - July 5, 2026 - 12:00am
In response to weather-related disruptions, the Department of Agriculture is boosting the seed industry by allocating P550 million for the construction of more seed reserves across the country.
Fil-Chi business groups urge sustained government anti-crime push
by Andrew Ronquillo - July 5, 2026 - 12:00am
Following the conviction of seven people over the kidnapping of a 78-year-old Chinese businesswoman by a court in Quezon City, the Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc. or FFCCCII...
LTFRB warns PUV drivers vs vlogging
by Andrew Ronquillo - July 5, 2026 - 12:00am
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board has warned public utility vehicle drivers yesterday that making social media content while behind the wheel is a violation of the anti-distracted...
26 Japanese firms interested in MRT-3 privatization
by Andrew Ronquillo - July 4, 2026 - 12:00am
After a market sounding activity in Tokyo, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) said on Thursday that 26 Japanese companies are eyeing to invest in the privatization of the Metro Rail Transit 3 or MRT-3.
BINI tapped as tourism ambassadors
by Andrew Ronquillo - July 4, 2026 - 12:00am
P-pop girl group BINI was named yesterday by the Department of Tourism (DOT) as one of the country’s new tourism ambassadors.
MMDA receives highest audit rating anew
by Andrew Ronquillo - July 3, 2026 - 12:00am
For the seventh consecutive time, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority has received an unmodified opinion from the Commission on Audit for 2025.
INC members end rally at Liwasang Bonifacio
by Andrew Ronquillo - July 3, 2026 - 12:00am
After three days of rallies, members of the Iglesia ni Cristo ended yesterday their mass action.
Isko seeks arrest of ex-city officials
by Andrew Ronquillo - July 2, 2026 - 12:00am
 Manila Mayor Isko Moreno is seeking the arrest of former city officials for their alleged involvement in the mismanagement of the local government’s funds.
New Quezon City footbridge now open
by Andrew Ronquillo - July 2, 2026 - 12:00am
 A newly constructed footbridge along Visayas Avenue in Quezon City was opened yesterday to address pedestrian safety concerns, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority said.
DOT taps TikTok content creators for tourism promos
by Andrew Ronquillo - June 30, 2026 - 12:00am
The Department of Tourism and social media platform TikTok partnered yesterday to boost local tourism promotions through a travel content series, Wanderlust Week.
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