Tag: Metro Manila
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EDSA Bus Lane Rehabilitation Initiated
The forthcoming closure of the EDSA bus lane to facilitate the rehabilitation of Metro Manila’s primary thoroughfare has been announced by the Department of Public Works and Highways. Repairs are set to commence from the northbound lane of Balintawak to Monumento, and the southbound lane from Monumento to Roxas Boulevard. Partnerships with the Department of…
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Metro Manila Sees Significant Drop in Focus Crimes in Early 2025
In the first 46 days of 2025, the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) announced a notable 21.7% reduction in focus crimes across Metro Manila. NCRPO chief Brig. Gen. Antony Aberin highlighted that from January 1 to February 15, the region recorded 667 incidents, a decrease from the 852 incidents reported during the same timeframe…
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Alyansa Candidates Promote Unity, Refrain from Negative Campaigning: Marcos
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. rallied support for the Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas senatorial candidates at a campaign event held at the Cuneta Astrodome in Pasay City. Marcos emphasized that the Alyansa’s approach to the election would be centered on unity and positive campaigning, contrasting with other parties’ tactics of attacking opponents. Marcos highlighted…
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Alyansa Candidates Optimistic for Clean Sweep in Metro Manila with Marcos’ Backing
MANILA – The senatorial candidates of the Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas coalition are optimistic about achieving a complete victory in Metro Manila, buoyed by the full support of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. In a press conference held in Pasay City, former senator Manny Pacquiao highlighted the significance of Marcos’ endorsement in their campaign…
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Alyansa Candidates Optimistic for a Clean Sweep in Metro Manila with Marcos’ Endorsement
MANILA – The senatorial slate of the administration-supported Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas expressed strong confidence on Tuesday that the full backing of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. would lead them to a complete victory across Metro Manila in the upcoming elections. In a press conference held in Pasay City, former senator Manny Pacquiao highlighted…
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Metro Manila Police Seize PHP124 Million in Drugs, Arrest Nearly 2,000 Suspects
The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) reported a significant haul of narcotics valued at PHP124 million during operations conducted from January 1 to February 15. Acting chief Brig. Gen. Anthony Aberin detailed the seizure, which included 15.26 kg of shabu valued at PHP103.79 million, 146.77 kg of marijuana leaves worth PHP17.61 million, and smaller…
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Slight Reduction in Oil Prices Scheduled for Tuesday
MANILA – Several oil companies have announced a minor price reduction effective Tuesday. Caltex, Cleanfuel, Petro Gazz, Seaoil, and Shell have confirmed a decrease of 10 centavos per liter for both gasoline and diesel. Additionally, Caltex, Seaoil, and Shell will reduce kerosene prices by 30 centavos per liter. It is anticipated that other oil companies…
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Two Chinese Nationals Arrested for Selling Unregistered Drugs in Metro Manila
In a significant crackdown on illegal drug sales, the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) arrested two Chinese nationals, identified as Hu and Quan, in Parañaque City. The arrests were made during a buy-bust operation at Concorde Village, Tambo, just after midnight on Saturday, February 8, 2025. The operation led to the seizure of various…
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Senators Advocate for Innovative Traffic Management Over EDSA Congestion Charges
On February 6, 2025, senators in Manila expressed their opposition to the proposed congestion fees on EDSA, advocating instead for more sustainable and effective traffic management strategies. They argued that imposing additional charges on motorists would unfairly burden them, and suggested that the government should focus on enhancing public transportation and encouraging remote work to…
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DOTr Stands Firm: EDSA Busway to Remain Open Due to High Efficiency
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has firmly stated that there is no justification for shutting down the EDSA Busway, citing its remarkable efficiency and the substantial number of daily users. In a recent statement on Radyo Pilipinas, Jonathan Gesmundo, Executive Assistant to the DOTr Secretary, highlighted that the busway catered to 62 million passengers throughout…
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