How do you pay tribute to a national treasure, to a National Artist? One way is by presenting him or her to the massive public through the Renaissance Art Gallery curated by artist-critic Cid Reyes. “Streamlined II,” a showcase that focuses on National Artist for Visual Arts Arturo Luz that shows his rich and enduring legacy, highlighting his unwavering commitment …
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The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) will immediately resume implementation of the No Contact Apprehension Policy (NCAP) after the Supreme Court (SC) partially lifted the restraining order earlier issued against NCAP enforcement. NCAP covers EDSA, C5, Katipunan Avenue, Marcos Highway, Roxas Boulevard, Commonwealth Avenue, Quezon Avenue, West Avenue, E. Rodriguez Avenue, and Sen. Gil Puyat Avenue. The MMDA had petitioned …
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EDSA’s tumultuous traffic will definitely worsen when government commences a total rebuild of Metro Manila’s main thoroughfare starting mid-June, according to the Department of Transportation (DOTr). Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon explained the long-overdue rehabilitation of EDSA. “Kailangan simulan na ‘yan kasi nga, sabi nga ng Pangulo, 45 years na bago talagang inayos ang EDSA,” said Dizon. “Ito ang isa sa …
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Around 100 to 200 additional buses will be deployed along the EDSA busway during the rebuilding of the country’s major thoroughfare, according to Department of Transport Secretary Vince Dizon. Dizon said: “We added almost 100 [buses] in the busway, and we have plans to add 100 to 200 more in the coming months to provide alternatives to our constituents so …
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The Department of Transportation (DOTr) maintained that all 18 elevators of the EDSA busway are operational. The elevators have repeatedly been unusable, with commuters forced to use the stairs or the overpass. “Sa kabuuan, 18 elevator ang gumagana sa anim na magkakahiwalay na istayon ng busway, para sa mas madaling biyahe sa mga pasahero,” the DOTr said in a statement. The …
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The contractor of the Unified Grand Central Station defended itself after the Department of Transportation (DOTr) formally terminated its contract for the project, with the company claiming the delays in construction were caused by the government’s failure to pay for work that had been completed. The BF Corp. and Foresight Development and Surveying Co. (BF-FDSC) Consortium said the DOTr was …
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The Gokongwei Group has decided to participate in more public-private partnerships (PPP) airport projects, hoping to tap on its expertise in managing malls and the country’s largest airline. JG Summit Holdings Inc. president and CEO Lance Gokongwei said his group is eyeing to add more airports to its aviation project development portfolio. At present, JG Summit is engaged in the …
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Manila, Philippines — May 16, 2025 — A new era of luxury beauty and global wellness begins as PharmaCare Plus Inc. (PCPI) officially announces its exclusive partnership with South Korea’s prestigious Dr. Dream Medical Group at the dazzling event, “Timeless: Your Dream Beauty Awaits,” held at Manila House. This visionary collaboration introduces advanced Korean aesthetic treatments to the Philippines and …
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by Boy Villasanta Following Filipino customs and traditions for the dead, Nora Aunor’s fans and family are observing today her 40 days, a religious activity after the daath of the actress last month. Noranians are expected to flock to the Libingan ng mga Bayani–a cemetery inside Fort Bonifacio in Taguig City intended for the burial of Filipino military officers during …
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Honda Club of the Philippines (HCP) is all set for its 24th anniversary celebration and it is inviting all members, and even Honda enthusiasts, to join the event to be held on June 29 (Sunday) at the Honda Cars Fairview. The car club is hoisting its #OneHCP banner as it aims to bring together the Honda owners’ community for lots …
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