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Manila Candidates Zero In on Barangay-Level Services as Election Nears

With the local election campaign in full swing, contenders are increasingly focusing their platforms on tangible community issues like health center upgrades, livelihood training, and social assistance, shifting the debate to the daily needs of residents.

7 July 20263 min read

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Manila City Council Mandates Waste Segregation, Introduces Collection Fees Starting 2027

A new city-wide ordinance will require all households and businesses to sort waste into three categories, funding the program through a new monthly utility fee.

7 July 20263 min read

New Urban Development Act Targets Manila Districts for Renewal, Sparking Job Hopes and Relocation Fears

Legislation creating special economic zones in areas like Tondo and Santa Cruz is set to reshape communities, with proponents citing economic growth while residents and small businesses face an uncertain future.

7 July 20263 min read