Weekly wrap

The week that was in Manila

The seven stories that moved Manila in the past seven days — everything you'd want to know if you switched off for a week.

Updated every Monday.

1. 1

   property

   Manila Property Listings Linger as Vendor Discounts Widen in Mid-2026

   Sat, 4 July

2. 2

   property

   How to Prepare a Winning Bid Strategy for Manila Property Auctions

   Sat, 4 July

3. 3

   wellness

   Beginner’s Guide to Starting a Meditation Practice in Manila

   Sat, 4 July

4. 4

   property

   Manila Council Overhauls Planning Rules, Setting New Density and Design Standards for Developers

   Sat, 4 July

5. 5

   property

   Pandacan’s Quiet Turn: Overlooked Suburb on the Verge of a Rezoning Boom

   Sat, 4 July

6. 6

   property

   Where Buying Now Beats Renting: Manila Suburbs Flip the Affordability Script

   Sat, 4 July

7. 7

   wellness

   How to Access Free Mental Health Services in Manila: A Guide to Local Support

   Sat, 4 July