PAGASA has issued a warning for dangerous heat index levels across 28 areas in the Philippines, with extreme temperatures expected on May 9-10 and throughout the weekend. Borongan City has already recorded a heat index of 43°C.
The inaugural Quezon City Bird Race 2026 successfully held its first leg at the La Mesa Ecopark, organized by Manila Water Foundation, Quezon City LGU, and Wild Bird Photographers of the Philippines, highlighting urban biodiversity.
Police in Quezon City have identified the plate number of a vehicle allegedly involved in a gas-and-run incident where a motorist fled without paying for P1,500 worth of fuel. The incident occurred at a gas station in Barangay Bahay Toro.
Police in Quezon City, Philippines, recorded another "gas-and-run" incident where an unidentified individual drove away without paying for P1,500 worth of fuel.
A Quezon City court has convicted a Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) member for violating the Public Assembly Act. The conviction stems from a highway blockade staged during 2024 police operations against televangelist Apollo Quiboloy.
Philippine National Police are investigating a 'business rivalry' as a potential motive behind the ambush-slaying of 75-year-old billiards patron and club owner Ceferino 'Perry' Mariano and his driver in Quezon City.
Authorities in Quezon City have found the motorcycle believed to have been used by two unidentified assailants in the ambush-slay of a businessman and his driver along Timog Avenue.
MANILA, Philippines — Both victims aboard a hatchback car, which was shot by two unidentified motorcycle-riding perpetrators in Quezon City on Tuesday afternoon, have died.
LUCENA CITY — Police seized more than P2.1 million worth of suspected shabu (crystal meth) from a female drug suspect during a buy-bust operation in this Quezon provincial capital on Monday, April…
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has launched a full investigation into a vehicle crash in Quezon City that resulted in the deaths of five persons under police custody (PUPCs).
Environmental groups and church leaders in Quezon province have expressed concern over the Department of Energy's (DOE) openness to lift its moratorium on building new coal-fired power plants amidst the ongoing oil crisis.
Coconut experts in Quezon province, Philippines, have been placed on alert following reports of a pest infestation affecting farms in Tayabas City. The provincial government reported the incidents.
Iran has tightened its control over shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, stating it will not fully reopen the critical waterway while a US blockade remains in effect. This stance comes amidst ongoing US-Iran tensions, with experts warning of challenging months ahead as both sides test each other.
Police in Quezon City have arrested two men in connection with a "gas-and-run" incident involving P1,500 worth of fuel. This marks the second such case in the area.
Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) announced scheduled power interruptions on April 21 in parts of Quezon City and Antipolo, Rizal, due to line construction and reconductoring works.
President Marcos inspected the Department of Transportation Service Contracting Program in Quezon City and assured the public of continued government support amidst high fuel prices.
A motorcycle taxi driver collapsed and died while queuing for government cash assistance in Quezon City. The incident occurred as he waited in a long line for the aid.
Quezon City, Philippines, convened the nation's first Urban Heat and Drought Summit to address escalating extreme heat and catalyze urgent and inclusive climate action.
Quezon City Councilor Alfred Vargas and his wife have filed a criminal complaint against the parents of a minor who allegedly bullied and abused their son. The complaint was filed before the Office of the City Prosecutor of Manila.
A man was arrested and five accomplices remain at large after a home robbery in Quezon City, Philippines. The suspects allegedly gained entry by posing as a cake delivery rider.
Seven individuals were arrested during a road clearing operation along NIA Road in Quezon City, Philippines, according to authorities. The suspects ranged in age from 20 to 48 years old.
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) praised the enhanced appearance and facilities of the Metro Rail Transit 3 (MRT-3) Quezon Avenue station following an inspection by Secretary Giovanni Lopez.
Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) confiscated P51 million worth of suspected shabu and arrested four individuals in separate operations in Quezon City and Taguig City.
The mayor of Infanta town in Quezon province, Lord Arnel Ruanto, issued a stern reminder to tourists and visitors against littering in the locality. The warning was posted on Facebook on Saturday, April 4.
LUCENA CITY — Religious pilgrims and tourists are arriving at the foot of Mount Banahaw in Dolores, Quezon, as practices relating to Holy Week and outdoor activities draw crowds to the area.
LUCENA CITY — Farmers in Sariaya, Quezon, who lost their land following the revocation of their Certificates of Land Ownership Award (CLOAs), have turned to the Holy Week tradition of reading the…
Cities across Metro Manila are adopting various energy-saving measures, including Quezon City Hall's requirement for offices to consolidate trips and utilize carpooling arrangements for fieldwork.
A 53-year-old woman has been waiting at the Victory Bus Liner terminal in Quezon City, Philippines, since the weekend, not for a bus but for a job as a house helper after a failed job hunt.
The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) has identified the owner and confirmed the plate number of a vehicle whose driver fled a gas station without paying a P5,000 fuel bill.
College students in Quezon City, Philippines, demonstrated solidarity by bringing groceries for public utility vehicle drivers at a local community pantry, emphasizing mutual aid over charity.
A jeepney driver fainted while queuing for government financial assistance for public utility vehicle drivers in Quezon City but is now reported to be in stable condition.
Southeast Asian nations, including the Philippines, Vietnam, and Thailand, are grappling with a severe fuel crisis and rising prices for everyday items as the Middle East conflict disrupts global supply chains. In response, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority has exempted trucks carrying fuel and essential goods from coding and bans.
The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) announced plans to deploy up to 2,000 personnel from March 29 to April 5 to secure major transport hubs and ensure commuter safety during Holy Week.
The island town of Patnanungan in Quezon province, Philippines, is experiencing reduced electricity hours due to a limited fuel supply, a consequence of the ongoing oil crisis linked to Middle East tensions.
LUCENA CITY, Quezon – A motorcycle passenger died while the rider was injured after their vehicle skidded on a slippery road early Wednesday, the police said. According to the Quezon police, the incident occurred at around 1 a.m. along the national road in Barangay 9. The driver, identified only as “Justine,” 20, reportedly lost control
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) announced it will seek assistance from scientists from Project Nationwide Operational Assessment of Hazards (Project Noah) to address issues with the controversial Matalahib Creek pumping station in Quezon City.
Former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) officials Brice Hernandez and Jaypee Mendoza are facing three cases for graft, malversation, and falsification before Quezon City Regional Trial Courts, stemming from alleged irregularities in flood control projects.
Concerned alumni and students of San Beda University are calling for the revocation of an award given to Quezon City Rep. Jesus “Bong” Suntay due to his lewd remarks about actress Anne Curtis.
Quezon Governor Angelina Tan has called on all local government units in the province to activate their Local Price Monitoring Coordinating Councils following recent reports of price increases and profiteering.
Concerns have been raised regarding Quezon City Congressman 'Bong' Suntay's potential conflict of interest, stemming from his simultaneous roles as a lawmaker, transport industry lobbyist, and founder of the fuel retailer Cleanfuel.
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in Quezon province has donated confiscated lumber and timber from the Sierra Madre mountain ranges to public schools and government facilities for repairs.
Philippine authorities confiscated suspected shabu (crystal meth) worth P142.8 million and arrested two motorcycle taxi drivers in a buy-bust operation conducted in Quezon City.
MANILA, Philippines — Three men were arrested in Quezon City for allegedly exchanging gunfire over a supposed grudge, police said on Monday. Cecilio, 64, and Wenceslao, 42, reportedly ganged up on Christopher, 30, along Kaligtasan Extension in Barangay Holy Spirit on March 4, Quezon City Police District (QCPD) public information chief Maj. Jennifer Gannaban told
The Land Transportation Office has summoned both the driver and the registered owner of a vehicle involved in a widely circulated road rage incident in Quezon City for an appearance.
LUCENA CITY, QUEZON, Philippines — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources Office (DENR) in the Bondoc Peninsula district of Quezon province recorded an increase in migratory bird species during last month’s Asian Waterbird Census. “Compared to last year, migratory bird species increased from 25 to 29 across the three sites, reflecting seasonal migration patterns,”
'You hold a seat paid for by taxpayers. Women are taxpayers. I am a taxpayer. We are not props in your commentary,' the actress tells Quezon City 4th District Representative Bong Suntay
Women's groups marked International Women's Day by demanding accountability and filing charges against Quezon City Representative Bong Suntay for alleged sexual violence, emphasizing justice for victims.
Women's rights advocates, including Gabriela Party-list representatives, have filed an ethics complaint against Quezon City Representative Jesus Manuel 'Bong' Suntay before the House over alleged lewd remarks.
MANILA, Philippines — The infamous “Mt. Kamuning” in Quezon City has been replaced with a more accessible footbridge. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. led on Thursday the inspection of the newly built Kamuning Footbridge and Busway Station project. The President, along with First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos and their son Vinny, scaled the nine-meter high old Kamuning footbridge to
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) in the Philippines is revoking the driver's licenses of seven individuals caught drunk driving in Quezon City, emphasizing stricter enforcement against impaired driving.
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Wednesday chided Quezon City Rep. Bong Suntay for claiming that Vice President Sara Duterte’s remarks that she had hired a hitman to kill President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos and former Speaker Martin Romualdez were not actual threats. In a briefing on Palace press officer Claire Castro said any
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte has publicly called on 4th District Rep. Jesus Manuel 'Bong' Suntay to apologize for remarks he made during a recent House committee hearing, which she deemed 'inappropriate'.
Quezon City 4th District Rep. Bong Suntay earned the ire of several politicians and public figures over his “repulsive” remarks on actress-host Anne Curtis.
MANILA, Philippines—Rural groups led by peasant group Anakpawis staged a protest at a gasoline station in Quezon City on Tuesday, March 3, as fuel prices rose for the ninth straight week, accusing oil firms of using the escalating Middle East conflict to justify higher pump prices. In a statement, the group warned that oil companies
MANILA, Philippines — A group of point-to-point (P2P) transport service providers are seeking a 30 to 40-percent increase in their fares before the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB), citing the rising costs to sustain their operations. The P2P Alliance met with the LTFRB at a public consultation at the latter’s office in Quezon
The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has expanded its Guaranteed and Accessible Medications for Outpatient Treatment (Gamot) program to Quezon Province, offering residents access to free medicines worth up to P20,000 annually.
MANILA, Philippines — CitizenWatch Philippines urged the Senate to amend the proposed Philippine Building Act by including digital infrastructure provisions and requiring broadband connectivity “as a standard” in public and private buildings nationwide. In a statement on Wednesday, CitizenWatch co-convenor and former Quezon City Congressman Kit Belmonte said that the pending Senate measure, which aims
Two individuals allegedly involved in the 'basag-kotse' modus, a scheme where vehicle windows are smashed to steal valuables, have been apprehended in Quezon City.
Manases Carpio, husband of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte, is reportedly considering an appeal after a Quezon City court dismissed his petition to block a House of Representatives committee regarding his tax records.
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced that the new passenger terminal building at the Port of Lucena in Quezon, Philippines, is scheduled to open in the third quarter of 2026.
A man in Quezon City, Philippines, will face criminal charges after allegedly physically assaulting his former partner inside a boutique store. The victim, a 34-year-old woman, has formally filed a complaint.
The Philippine weather agency Pagasa issued warnings for extreme heat, with multiple areas forecast to reach 'danger level' heat indices peaking at 44ºC over several days in early May. Various provinces experienced and were predicted to continue facing high temperatures.
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has advised motorists in Quezon City to use alternate routes due to planned road reblocking and repairs by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in May.
MANILA, Philippines — Journalist and former television host Jay Sonza was arrested by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Thursday evening in Quezon City over a cyberlibel case filed…
More than 2,000 tricab drivers in Quezon, Bukidnon, received P5,000 each in cash assistance as part of a government initiative to alleviate the impact of increasing fuel costs.
A police mobile involved in a crash in Quezon City that resulted in the deaths of five persons under police custody is now undergoing a technical inspection by Toyota to determine the cause.
Beneficiaries of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) in Quezon province will be integrated into the Philippine Identification System (PhilSys) and the Community-Based Monitoring System (CBMS) to enhance efficiency.
Five persons under police custody died after the police vehicle they were riding crashed into a wall in Quezon City, Philippines. Six detainees and four police personnel were aboard the vehicle.
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has ruled that former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte must stand trial for crimes against humanity. This decision allows the prosecution to proceed with charges related to his controversial anti-drug campaign.
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte has instructed all 142 barangays to immediately implement aggressive energy-saving measures to address mounting pressures on power supply.
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) distributed cash assistance to 4,000 tricycle drivers across the Calabarzon region. This aid aims to support drivers in Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal, and Quezon.
A police bus driver and his immediate supervisor have been relieved of their posts following an investigation into a collision involving a police bus and a public utility bus on the Edsa Carousel busway in Quezon City.
An unidentified driver in a white Toyota Vios filled up P1,500 worth of fuel at a gas station in Quezon City, Philippines, and then drove away without paying.
MANILA, Philippines — Six suspected fixers were arrested at the Land Transportation Office’s (LTO) central headquarters in Quezon City, the agency said Monday.
MANILA, Philippines — Consumer advocacy group CitizenWatch Philippines warned that banning social media for minors may “displace” harm instead of reducing it. “Blanket bans treat all platforms and all forms of use as inherently harmful,” CitizenWatch Philippines co-convenor and former Quezon City 6th District Rep. Kit Belmonte said in a statement on Friday. “This ignores
The Philippines is no longer the country with the most extreme fuel price increases in Southeast Asia as of March 30, though significant domestic economic pressures related to the crisis continue.
Two individuals are facing theft charges in Quezon City for a diesel pilferage incident, while police continue to search for two other alleged accomplices who remain at large.
MANILA, Philippines — Authorities have flagged a fuel tanker after arousing suspicions that it could be delivering gasoline inside a residential area in Quezon City over the weekend.
A reintegration fair for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) has begun in Quezon City, Philippines, following recent repatriation efforts from the Middle East.
Three plastic bags containing 3.28 kilograms of a white crystalline substance, suspected to be shabu, were discovered along the coast of Patnanungan Island in Quezon province on Good Friday.
Tayabas City in Quezon province has canceled its 'Tayabasaan 2026' Easter Sunday activities, which were to be publicly funded, citing an ongoing energy crisis.
Authorities are implementing tighter security measures at the Kamay ni Hesus shrine in Lucban, Quezon, for Holy Week. The heightened security is a response to escalating tensions in the Middle East.
A brush fire broke out atop Mt. Banahaw in Quezon province, Philippines, on Sunday, March 29, burning approximately 1,000 square meters of grassland, according to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).
LUCENA CITY, QUEZON, Philippines — The mayor of Calaca City in Batangas province has canceled two major festivals in support of the declared state of national energy emergency.
The Philippine National Police (PNP) will intensify coordination with fuel stations to address increasing reports of motorists evading payment after filling up their tanks.
Police in Lucena City, Quezon, seized over P459,000 worth of shabu (crystal meth) from an alleged drug pusher during a buy-bust operation on Monday, March 23.
The National Power Corporation (Napocor) clarified that recent power interruptions in Jomalig, Quezon province, were not caused by a fuel shortage, addressing local concerns.
The Philippine Coast Guard rescued a fisherman after his boat sank in waters off Mauban, Quezon, on Saturday, March 21. The incident was reported on Monday.
The Department of Justice has transferred three flood control cases involving SYMS Construction Trading to the Quezon City Court, with pre-trial scheduled for April.
MANILA, Philippines — After the death of an allegedly bullied student with disability in Quezon City, the National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA) called on the government agencies concerned to strengthen their anti-bullying policies. In a statement sent to the Inquirer on Wednesday, the NCDA underscored that bullying is a problem, particularly for students with
The National Capital Region Police Office announced the arrest of four individuals in separate incidents of animal cruelty in Quezon City and Navotas City.
LUCENA CITY — A bird of prey called Brahminy kite (Haliastur indus) that was nursed back to health by church workers and a parish priest has seemingly chosen a Catholic church in Pagbilao, Quezon, as its permanent sanctuary. “We released it and watched it fly away, but it returned and refused to leave,” said parish
Sea travel in northern Quezon resumed on Saturday afternoon after the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) lifted the gale warning. The Philippine Coast Guard had previously halted small-vessel trips due to rough seas.
BAYOMBONG, Nueva Vizcaya–A 48-year-old employee of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) died after his car fell into a shallow ravine in Quezon, Nueva Vizcaya, on Thursday afternoon, police said. Engineer Mark Gil Hizon, DOST supervising science research specialist in Nueva Vizcaya, succumbed to head and body injuries after the agency’s vehicle he was
BAGUIO CITY — Two individuals arrested during a joint police and military operation in Quezon City have been reported missing, according to the Cordillera Human Rights Alliance (CHRA). In a statement, CHRA said John Silverio Saligbon, also known to peers as John-John or Bonbon, and Jess Gamay have not been seen or heard from for
MANILA, Philippines — A man allegedly shot his ex-partner dead in Quezon Province in what police are now investigating as a “crime of passion,” the Philippine National Police (PNP) said. The suspect reportedly killed the victim at his workplace, a clothing shop in Lucena City, on Thursday morning, PNP spokesperson Brig. Gen. Randulf Tuaño said
The League of Municipalities of the Philippines (LMP) – Iloilo Chapter has voiced concern and criticism regarding remarks made by Quezon City 4th District Rep. Bong Suntay concerning an actress during a recent House committee hearing.
MANILA, Philippines — Nine women, including members of the World March of Women, filed a letter serving as a complaint-affidavit on Friday against Quezon City Rep. Bong Suntay, accusing him of violating several laws, such as Republic Act No. 11313 or the Safe Spaces Act. The complaint sent to the Office of the Ombudsman stemmed from
Quezon City Representative Bong Suntay is facing a complaint at the Office of the Ombudsman for allegedly making lewd remarks about actress Anne Curtis during impeachment proceedings.
MANILA, Philippines – There is no excuse for Quezon City Rep. Bong Suntay’s “repulsive remarks,” according to known women’s right advocate Sen. Risa Hontiveros. “Rep.
MANILA, Philippines — Quezon City Rep. Bong Suntay was called out on Tuesday by several of his colleagues for his lewd remarks about actress Anne Curtis, as he tried to establish a point during the…
Quezon City General Hospital (QCGH) has been listed among the top hospitals in the Philippines by Newsweek magazine, ranking 24th nationwide and noted as the only Level III Local Government Unit hospital on the list.
Nine drivers in Quezon City, Philippines, failed alcohol tests during a joint operation conducted by the Land Transportation Office (LTO) and other agencies.
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has completed phases two to five of the drainage system rehabilitation along G. Araneta Avenue in Quezon City to help prevent widespread flooding in the area. During his inspection of the completed project on Wednesday, Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon said the work was
Chants and songs against corruption filled the Quezon City Memorial Circle as artists and youth gathered for a concert marking the 40th anniversary of the 1986 Edsa People Power Revolution.
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) Chairperson Markus Lacanilao personally apprehended an electric taxi driver for reckless driving and evading traffic enforcers in Quezon City.
MANILA, Philippines — The driver of a grayish-blue Toyota Vios that allegedly sped away without paying for P1,500 worth of fuel at a gas station in Quezon City surrendered to police on Wednesday…
The Mayon Volcano in the Philippines has erupted, covering over 8,500 hectares with ashfall and causing significant crop damage in Albay province. Eight local government units have been placed under a state of calamity, prompting aid efforts for affected residents and workers.
Two motorcycle riders in Quezon City, Philippines, will face criminal complaints for allegedly assaulting a bus driver and his conductor in a road rage incident, according to police.
A Quezon City court has sentenced a member of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) to four months in jail for instigating a road blockade in Davao City to stall the police manhunt for the sect’s leader.
Police in Quezon City are investigating a business rivalry as a possible motive in the murder of sportsman and businessman Ceferino “Perry” Mariano, who was shot dead with his driver.
LUCENA CITY, Quezon — Taal Volcano in Batangas produced three minor eruptions – two phreatomagmatic and one phreatic – on Wednesday night, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology…
Police in Lucena City, Quezon, arrested an alleged high-value drug suspect and seized suspected shabu worth P3.7 million during a buy-bust operation on Tuesday night. This operation was reported on Wednesday.
Two individuals were shot and wounded by motorcycle-riding suspects along Timog Avenue in Quezon City on Tuesday afternoon. Police found one victim on the road and another inside a car.
Department of Justice Undersecretary Margarita Gutierrez spoke to over 1,200 educators in Quezon City, Philippines, stressing the importance of safety, accountability, and justice in schools.
The annual Agawan Festival in Sariaya, Quezon will proceed next month but with the popular house decoration competition cancelled by the local government, citing a national energy emergency.
The Philippine National Police (PNP) announced the reinstatement of a policy against not wearing a shirt in public spaces in Manila and Quezon City, emphasizing a "common sense" approach to its implementation.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared several special non-working days in parts of Laguna, Quezon, Batangas, and Misamis Oriental to allow residents to celebrate local festivals and anniversaries.
MANILA, Philippines—Suspected methamphetamine hydrochloride, locally known as shabu, valued at ₱278.8 million were confiscated and two Chinese were arrested in a buy-bust operation in Quezon City on…
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has suspended the operations of a UV Express vehicle for 30 days following its involvement in a fatal road crash in Cubao, Quezon City. The agency also summoned the operator and driver for investigation.
Students from 913 beneficiary households of the government’s Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) in Polillo, Quezon, will now have access to free mobile data to support their education.
QUEZON CITY, Philippines — Rep. Brian Poe of the FPJ Panday Bayanihan Partylist called for immediate and structural interventions to support Filipino farmers and fisherfolk during a recent…
A fisherman in Quezon, Philippines, received a P100,000 reward for his honesty after turning over P16.7 million worth of cocaine he discovered in Patnanungan.
Nearly a hundred copies of Ateneo de Manila University's renowned research publications have been turned over and are now available at the Quezon City Public Library.
The town of Tiaong in Quezon, Philippines, has opened its first Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) school, with 21 students enrolling in the pilot welding course.
Philippine authorities are increasing coastal patrols after a fisherman discovered ₱22.3 million worth of suspected crystal meth floating near a remote island in Patnanungan, Quezon. The discovery has prompted heightened alert from the Philippine National Police.
A memorandum from President Trump directs officials to ensure all Department of Homeland Security employees, including those in the Coast Guard, FEMA, and CISA, receive pay after going without during a prolonged government shutdown.
Pope Leo XIV personally carried the wooden cross through all 14 stations of the Way of the Cross at the Colosseum on Good Friday, marking his first such act as pontiff and reviving a decades-old tradition.
Unauthorized pilgrims, hikers, and nature trippers have reportedly entered restricted areas of Mount Banahaw in Quezon province, Philippines, since the start of the Lenten season, despite a government ban.
Quezon City Police District (QCPD) is stepping up its investigation into a viral incident where a motorist fled without paying for a full tank of diesel in Quezon City.
LUCENA CITY, Quezon — A farmers’ group on Tuesday urged Malacañang to include peasants and fisherfolk in the proposed “crisis committee” being formed to address possible food and fuel shortages amid…
The Quezon City Police District (QCPCD) has issued a warning to the public about a potential rise in crimes like theft and snatching during the upcoming Holy Week and summer vacation period.
Authorities in Quezon City have arrested two individuals for allegedly impersonating Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) personnel and extorting over P1.6 million from a businessman.
LUCENA CITY, Quezon– Two motorists died while two others were injured in a vehicular accident on Wednesday in Pagbilao town, Quezon province. According to a Quezon police report, a truck allegedly lost its brakes while negotiating a downhill stretch of the old zigzag road in Barangay Silangang Malicboy at around 10:15 a.m. The truck driver,
MANILA, Philippines — A stronger anti-bullying ordinance has to be considered after a student who is also a person with disability (PWD) was bullied and died inside the premises of a Quezon City…
Speaking from lifetimes of disappointment and discrimination, notable female leaders like Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte and Masungi Georeserve’s Billie Dumaliang rally the call toward meaningful…
LUCENA CITY, Quezon – The local government of Lucena City, the capital of Quezon province, on Friday announced the temporary return to regular office hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. from March 16 to 19.
A magnitude 3.6 earthquake struck the island town of Burdeos, Quezon province, in the Philippines, with the tectonic tremor recorded 13 kilometers northeast of the area.
A coalition of rural groups staged a protest in Cubao, Quezon City, following a new surge in fuel prices, with fisherfolk and farmers' organizations demanding the government suspend fuel taxes.
QUEZON CITY, Philippines — In response to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s instruction to provide immediate relief, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO), the Metropolitan Manila…
LUCENA CITY, QUEZON, Philippines — The mayor of San Pedro City in Laguna province had urged local government employees to walk or ride bicycles to work as fuel prices continue to rise amid tensions in the Middle East. In a memorandum issued on Friday and posted on his Facebook page Saturday, Mayor Art Mercado encouraged
A significant fire that erupted in a residential area along NIA Road in Barangay Pinyahan, Quezon City, late Friday, has been successfully contained after reaching the highest alarm level.
MANILA, Philippines — Pedestrians no longer need to scale “Mt. Kamuning,” the towering footbridge near the corner of Edsa and Kamuning Road in Quezon City, with the opening of the new overpass that is just 5.3 meters high, compared to the old one, which is 9 meters tall. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday led
LUCENA CITY, QUEZON, Philippines — The government-run Quezon National High School (QNHS) in Lucena City received a bomb threat on Thursday morning, prompting authorities to inspect the campus and temporarily evacuate those inside, police said. In a spot report, the Philippine National Police in Quezon province said the alleged threat was sent through a chat
Lawmakers from the House of Representatives' committee on justice reminded Quezon City Rep. Bong Suntay that checking a witness's credibility is typically done in later stages of impeachment proceedings.
Four individuals have been apprehended in Quezon City, Philippines, for their alleged involvement in a 'basag-kotse' (car-smashing) scheme, where vehicle windows are broken to steal valuables.
LUCENA CITY, Quezon – Quezon Gov. Angelina Tan has directed all provincial government offices to implement fuel conservation measures as a preemptive response to possible global supply disruptions…
Ten electric 'Love Bus' units will begin free service on selected routes in Quezon City and Pasig City, specifically between Robinsons Galleria and Eastwood City, starting in the last week of April.
MANILA, Philippines — Quezon City Rep. Bong Suntay should apologize for sharing his “imagination” about actress and television host Anne Curtis, as doing so amounts to the objectification of women,…
MANILA, Philippines — Vlogger Norman Mangusin, commonly known as Francis Leo Marcos, is facing another criminal case after National Police Commission (Napolcom) Commissioner Rafael Calinisan filed a complaint against him on Tuesday. In a phone interview with reporters, Calinisan detailed that he sued Mangusin before the Quezon City Prosecutor’s Office for unjust vexation and cyberlibel
MANILA, Philippines — Several lawmakers have called out Quezon City Rep. Bong Suntay for bringing the affidavit of 18 former Marine officers to the hearings on Vice President Sara Duterte’s…
A bomb threat at the Quezon City Hall of Justice led to the resetting of the hearing for the terrorism case against former Negros Oriental 3rd District Rep. Arnolfo Teves Jr.
QUEZON, Bukidnon — Hundreds of Manobo tribespeople filled the national highway with music, chants and ritual dances on Monday, February 23, as they celebrated the 17th “Sunggod Teh Kamanga,” an annual cultural festival honoring their indigenous heritage and farming traditions. Wearing traditional attire, participants performed ceremonial dances while playing native instruments such as the kuglong
A concert organized by civil society groups in Quezon City launched commemorative activities for the upcoming 40th anniversary of the Edsa People Power Revolution.