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Manila Residents Access Free Mental Health Services Across City Districts
From Sampaloc to Makati, Manila offers a growing range of free mental health resources-here’s how and where you can find help.
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San Agustin Church: Manila's UNESCO-Listed Baroque Landmark
San Agustin Church in Intramuros is a Baroque church inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list, and the oldest stone church in the Philippines.
wellness
Manila Expands Public Swimming Programs Across Districts for All Ages
Public pools in several neighbourhoods now run structured group classes that welcome children, working adults and older residents on fixed weekly schedules.
news
Manila Traffic Planners Face Choices on Next Congestion Steps
City authorities must decide how to sequence upgrades and enforcement measures amid ongoing daily gridlock.
Politics
Manila Mandates Vertical Gardens on All Public Buildings by 2028
Manila’s proposed ordinance would mandate vegetation on all new city-owned structures over three storeys, a rule already in force in Quezon City and Makati.
wellness
Sweat, Light Pollution and Jeepney Noise: How Manila's Environment Is Wrecking Your Sleep
Doctors and sleep researchers say the Philippine capital's chronic heat, glaring artificial light, and relentless street noise are combining to deny millions of residents the restorative rest their bodies need.
finance
Manila MSMEs Shape Employment and Sales Indicators Through Targeted Initiatives
National data and recent Manila events show how micro and small enterprises influence jobs, retail share and visibility.
culture
Manila's Museums Launch July Exhibitions Exploring Memory, Identity, and Heritage
From BGC to San Juan, galleries and museums present exhibitions that explore memory, identity, and creative expression, anchored by a nationwide cultural tradition.
Politics
Manila Launches Housing Policy: Residents See Results Within 2 Years
City households can expect gradual impacts from revised planning rules and new public housing investment, with most tangible effects arriving over the next two years.
lifestyle
Manila Residents Cut Costs With Sustainable Living: Complete Guide
Daily waste volumes in Metro Manila underscore practical steps residents can take on reusables, transport and conservation to manage expenses and daily routines.
community
Manila Tech Community Hosts Weekly AI Networking Meetups in Pasig
Manila hosts recurring Saturday sessions for tech networking and discussions.
wellness
Manila Commuters Master 60-Second Breathing Techniques to Cut Stress Daily
Manila residents facing packed commutes and office deadlines are turning to short breathwork sequences that lower tension in under a minute.
lifestyle
Manila Parents Navigate Unique Childcare Landscape Amid Cultural Pressures
From the widespread use of yayas to the pressures of collectivist culture, here's what you need to know if you're planning a visit or new to raising a family in the capital.
culture
Manila's 15+ Top Art Museums and Galleries You Must Visit Now
From the historic halls of Intramuros to the contemporary galleries of Makati, here is your curated path through Manila's evolving cultural scene.
lifestyle
Manila Bay Sunsets and the Baywalk Evening
The Manila Bay sunset, viewed from the Roxas Boulevard baywalk, is a long-standing evening ritual for residents and visitors in the city.
finance
PHILSME Launches MSME Village at Manila Expo
PHILSME launched an MSME Village at its expo held at the SMX Convention Center.
wellness
Manila Workers Break Phone Addiction With Structured Offline Time Programs
Manila's screen-addicted workforce is burning out, but a growing number of wellness programs say structured offline time, not willpower alone, is what finally breaks the cycle.
wellness
Social Connection as Medicine: Manila's Loneliness Epidemic Is a Public Health Crisis We Keep Ignoring
Researchers and wellness practitioners say chronic loneliness carries health risks comparable to smoking 15 cigarettes a day, and Metro Manila's fragmented urban life is making it worse.
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Fort Santiago: A Riverside Citadel Inside Intramuros
Fort Santiago is a stone citadel at the mouth of the Pasig River inside Intramuros, combining defensive ruins, gardens, and a shrine to José Rizal.
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Explore Intramuros: Manila's Spanish Walled City on Foot
Intramuros is the Spanish-era walled city at the core of old Manila, where stone gates, cobbled streets, and heritage sites sit within walking distance of one another.
wellness
Manila's Meditation Scene Helps Beginners Master Mindfulness Today
Forget the incense and the monastery, Manila's growing meditation scene makes it easier than ever to start sitting still.
things-to-do
The National Museum of Fine Arts in Manila
The National Museum of Fine Arts occupies the neoclassical Old Legislative Building in Ermita and displays Philippine painting and sculpture, with free admission.
Politics
House Bill 4782 on Social Services Funding Advances Through Committee: What It Means for Manila's Poorest Families
A pending legislative measure to expand cash assistance and healthcare coverage for low-income households in Metro Manila has cleared its first committee vote, with implementation expected by next fiscal year.
property
Manila's Build-to-Rent Projects Offer Fixed Leases and On-Site Services
Manila projects deliver fixed-cost leases and on-site services that ease monthly burdens compared with outright purchases in tight credit conditions.
Technology
Manila's Tech Boom: Startups Replace Call Centers as Global Hub
From BGC's startup corridors to the fintech labs of Ortigas, the Philippine capital is rewriting its reputation as something far more than an outsourcing hub.
property
The Rent-Vesting Strategy Explained for Manila’s Housing Market
Young professionals are turning to rent-vesting as a workaround for Manila’s pricey homeownership market.
sport
Rizal Memorial Sports Complex: Manila's Historic Sporting Home
The Rizal Memorial Sports Complex in Malate is Manila's historic national sports hub, with stadiums for football, athletics, baseball, and swimming.
property
Manila Property Prices Surge Past Regional Rents, Squeezing Buyers
A widening gap between Metro Manila property prices and provincial rental rates is forcing Filipino workers to rethink where-and whether-to put down roots.
finance
Metro Manila Employment Market Trends and Employer Considerations
An analysis of the current hiring landscape in Manila, highlighting sector-specific demand and national labor indicators.
wellness
Sleep Study Manila: Local Clinics Expand Testing Access
Manila sleep clinics report 28% booking surge. Find polysomnography testing at Makati Medical Center and St. Luke's QC. Learn costs and what to expect.
finance
S&P 500 rose 1.24% as global markets advance
Where the major indices, gold and currencies landed, and what the moves mean for Manila investors and retirement balances.
property
Metro Manila Rents Surge as Filipinos Flee to Cebu and Davao
Rising rents in Makati and BGC are reshaping the housing calculus as more Filipinos weigh moves to regional cities like Cebu and Davao.
property
Metro Manila Suburbs Where Monthly Mortgages Now Beat Rent Payments
Recent shifts in property prices and rental rates are tipping the scales in several Manila neighborhoods-buyers are finding monthly mortgage payments now undercutting rent.
Politics
Manila federal programs receive Green Climate Fund grant
The Philippines obtained a 6.78-million US dollar technical assistance grant from the Green Climate Fund.
Politics
Manila Businesses Brace as Philippines Faces Economic Growth Target Miss
The Philippine Statistics Authority reported low likelihood of achieving the end-of-plan economic growth target.
property
Renters Beat Buyers: Manila Property Prices Make Renting Cheaper Now
As property prices climb across Metro Manila, renters are discovering the calculation that once favoured ownership no longer holds.
finance
Manila economy affected by OFW remittances decline
Personal remittances fell to a one-year low in May according to Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas data.
property
Manila First-Home Buyers Access State Grants, Reduced Transfer Taxes Now
First-home buyers in Manila can tap current state grants and reduced transfer taxes through programs tied to the Pag-IBIG Fund and city housing offices.
Technology
Manila's Tech Ecosystem Offers Jobs, Startups, and Government Support
Manila's tech ecosystem offers established companies, startups and government support that shape opportunities for local professionals.
wellness
Three breaths between you and the edge: breathwork techniques for instant calm during a stressful day
Manila's wellness practitioners are reviving ancient breathing methods, and the science behind them is hard to argue with.
Technology
Sigla AI: Cebu Startup Raises Millions to Transform Manila Healthcare Access
A health-tech platform trained on Filipino patient data is drawing serious investor attention, and it could reshape how millions of Manileños access medical care.
news
Manila Families Battle Years of Legal Fights Over Duplicate Land Titles
Homeowners in Tondo, Sampaloc, and beyond are discovering their properties carry two or more conflicting titles, and the legal fight to fix it can take years.
Politics
Manila's Transit Systems Face Delays as Federal Funding Cuts Deepen
With Washington cutting spending on key programs, the capital's aging transit systems and public facilities face mounting delays and reduced maintenance.
wellness
Manila Schools Launch Mindfulness Programs to Boost Student Well-Being
As Manila's schools look to improve student well-being, mindfulness programs are becoming increasingly popular, with several local initiatives now on offer.
wellness
Manila Residents Launch Walking Groups to Build Neighborhood Community
Manila's sidewalks are getting busier-here's a practical guide to turning a daily stroll into a community movement.