Things to know about efforts to declare Quiapo a heritage zone
To many, the hustle, bustle, chaos, and color of Quiapo is the quintessence of Manila, the Philippine capital.
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Transfer Quiboloy’s case to Metro Manila – lawmakers
MANILA, Philippines — Fugitive Apollo Quiboloy’s criminal cases in Davao City should be transferred to a court in Metro Manila, administration lawmakers said yesterday.
PNP says tattoo ban for cops not discriminatory
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) stressed on Sunday that its policy prohibiting police officers from bearing visible tattoos is not discriminatory against inked individuals.
First Couple in public, Facebook displays of affection
MANILA, Philippines — As the controversy that stemmed from First Lady Liza Marcos’ tirades on Vice President Sara Duterte rages on, the First Couple was seen displaying gestures of affection both online and in the real world.
Lawmaker backs calls vs motorcycle taxi expansion
MANILA, Philippines — An official of the House of Representatives committee on Metro Manila development has joined calls against the expansion of the pilot testing of motorcycle taxis in the National Capital Region.
Bill legalizing motorcycle taxis pushed
MANILA, Philippines — Speaker Martin Romualdez yesterday served notice to his colleagues in the House of Representatives about the “prioritization” of measures that will help mitigate the burden of commuters in public transportation, like the proposal to utilize motorcycle taxis.
VP Sara: Pray for blessings, protection
VICE President Sara Duterte, on All Saints' Day, urged Filipinos to pray for continued blessings for the Philippines and for protection against calamities, wars and «other forces.»
Press Release - Robin Urges Quiapo Muslims to Help Clean District's Image, Invest in Halal
Sen. Robinhood "Robin" C. Padilla on Saturday encouraged his fellow Muslims in Manila's Quiapo area to unite in cleaning up the district's image - and they can do so by investing in the country's growing halal industry.