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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.
LTFRB suspends electric vehicle taxi driver over prank robbery
by Andrew Ronquillo - June 29, 2026 - 12:00am
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has suspended the driver of an electric vehicle or EV taxi who drew flak after being involved in a robbery of two vloggers, which turned out to be...
PRC suspends Badoy’s license for 6 months
by Andrew Ronquillo - June 28, 2026 - 12:00am
For red-tagging health care workers, the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) has suspended for six months the medical registration of Lorraine Marie Badoy, former spokesperson of the National Task Force to End...
DOT launches ‘Discover More to Love’ campaign
by Andrew Ronquillo - June 28, 2026 - 12:00am
The Department of Tourism officially launched on Friday its “Discover More to Love” campaign to boost domestic tourism, offering more than 3,000 travel deals from partners.
Philippines among worst performers in global human rights index
by Andrew Ronquillo - June 27, 2026 - 12:00am
The Philippines was cited among the world’s worst human rights performers after receiving poor marks in both quality of life and protection from state abuses, the Human Rights Measurement Initiative (HRMI)...
Isko forms task force vs school violence
by Andrew Ronquillo - June 26, 2026 - 12:00am
Amid armed violence in schools involving minor students, Manila Mayor Isko Moreno has signed an executive order creating the Safer Schools Initiative.
DPWH: Roxas Blvd pumping stations repair done by July
by Andrew Ronquillo - June 25, 2026 - 12:00am
Following the completion of repairs at the Padre Faura pumping station, two more facilities along Roxas Boulevard will be fixed by early July, according to the Department of Public Works and Highways.
Hailstorm recorded in provinces
by Andrew Ronquillo - June 23, 2026 - 12:00am
A hailstorm occurred in Taal, Batangas and in Magalang, Pampanga on Sunday, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported.
DA orders destruction of P86.7 million Chinese onions
by Andrew Ronquillo - June 22, 2026 - 12:00am
The Department of Agriculture has directed the destruction of an onion shipment from China worth P86.7 million, after laboratory tests found the imports in an advanced state of decay.
Elevation in 8 major Luzon dams receding
by Andrew Ronquillo - June 21, 2026 - 12:00am
Even as the rainy season has started, water levels in eight key dams in Luzon continue to recede, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration.
Philippines cited as Muslim friendly destination
by Andrew Ronquillo - June 21, 2026 - 12:00am
The Philippines was recognized as the fifth best Muslim-friendly destination among the non-member countries of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation in the Global Muslim Travel Index 2026.
Philippines named best country for retirement
by Andrew Ronquillo - June 21, 2026 - 12:00am
The Philippines has been ranked as the best country to retire in due to its compelling overall retirement packages, according to the Retirement Abroad Index 2026.
June 24 declared a holiday in Manila
by Andrew Ronquillo - June 19, 2026 - 12:00am
President Marcos has declared June 24 a special non-working holiday in Manila to mark the capital city’s 455th founding anniversary.
US overtakes South Korea in Philippines tourist arrivals
by Andrew Ronquillo - June 19, 2026 - 12:00am
The United States has overtaken South Korea in terms of tourist arrivals in the Philippines, data released yesterday by the Department of Tourism showed.
Maynilad repairs damaged pipe in Manila
by Andrew Ronquillo - June 18, 2026 - 12:00am
Several barangays in Sampaloc, Manila have endured a 30-hour water service interruption after a pipe burst on Tuesday.
Free rides offered after MRT-3 glitch
by Andrew Ronquillo - June 18, 2026 - 12:00am
The Department of Transportation offered free rides to commuters after a train glitch disrupted the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 operation yesterday.
Injured sea turtle rescued in Baseco
by Andrew Ronquillo - June 16, 2026 - 12:00am
An injured Olive Ridley sea turtle was rescued on Baseco beach in Manila yesterday, according to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
Kanlaon spews ash anew
by Andrew Ronquillo - June 14, 2026 - 12:00am
Kanlaon Volcano in Negros Island Region showed increased activity yesterday morning, spewing grayish ash plumes that rose 600 meters above the summit.
MPD mulls raps vs protester over spray incident
by Andrew Ronquillo - June 14, 2026 - 12:00am
The Manila Police District is investigating the rallyist who sprayed paint on the face of a police officer in civilian attire on Friday.
Earth-balling contractors probed by DENR
by Andrew Ronquillo - June 14, 2026 - 12:00am
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources is investigating a contractor in the earth-balling of trees along Roxas Boulevard on Thursday, to find if there were violations in procedures.
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