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MANILA, Philippines — The Quezon City government has reminded residents of the prevailing firecracker ban and instead urged them to join the New Year countdown celebration at the Quezon Memorial Circle.
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Following a closure order due to hazardous water conditions, Mayor Arturo Valdriz of San Juan, La Union, has lifted the shutdown on the town's beaches.
Fighting raged Saturday across Gaza, where displaced Palestinians are "exhausted" with no end in sight to war between the besieged territory's Hamas rulers and Israel, now in its 13th week.
MANILA, Philippines — The strict crackdown on unregistered vehicles will resume next week following the New Year break, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) said yesterday.
MANILA, Philippines — The Manila Electric Company (Meralco) on Friday cautioned the public against hazards of fireworks and urged them to observe “electrical safety” during the New Year celebration.
BAGUIO CITY — For five days now, Kennon Road has fully opened up to two-way traffic following the approval of the Metro BLISTT (Baguio-La Trinidad-Itogon-Sablan-Tuba-Tublay) Council. Last December 24, the road reopened subject to the conditions that only light vehicles, both public and private, weighing ten tons and below were allowed to pass through. The maximum speed limit was set at 40 kilometer per hour and that no parking will be allowed along the 38-kilometer stretch. Public vehicles allowed include UV Express vehicles plying the Baguio-Rosario route, while other UV Express vehicles are advised to take alternate routes. Traffic personnel have been manning the road 24/7 to direct traffic and monitor the traffic situation.
MANILA, Philippines — The image of the Black Nazarene will be encased in glass during the traditional traslacion on Jan. 9, according to a Quiapo Church official.
MANILA, Philippines — Christmas is just around the corner, and it's time to dive into the festive spirit, planning those delightful presents for your special people.