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Indonesia floods: At least 34 killed, 16 missing

Datar, Indonesia–At least 34 people were killed and 16 more were missing in western Indonesia after flash floods and cold lava flow from one of the archipelago’s most active volcanos damaged homes, roads and mosques, officials said Sunday. Hours of heavy rain caused flooding in Agam and Tanah Datar districts in West Sumatra province on Saturday evening, threatening.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 13th, 2024

DENR airs concern over water leaks in houses, buildings

There is a higher percentage of leaky water pipes in households and buildings compared to pipes along roads in Metro Manila, an official of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources warned even as Angat Dam’s water level continued to drop yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 8th, 2024

Subic plays host to Asia Triathlon Cup

All roads lead to this premier freeport as the world’s top triathletes compete at the 2024 Asia Triathlon Cup in Subic Bay today and tomorrow......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 4th, 2024

Jeepney strike under way in Philippines as deadline to modernise nears - Philippines

Government tells operators they must join cooperatives by Tuesday and gradually replace their vehicles with greener options A three-day strike by drivers of jeepneys in the Philippines began on Monday as transport groups warned that thousands could be pushed off the roads by government modernisation plans. The jeepney is the backbone of the Philippines transport system. The customised, privately-owned buses, which look li.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsApr 29th, 2024

MPT Mobility’s AACI and Shell Pilipinas Corporation Partnership Secures Safer and Smoother Travels for Shell Go+ Members

The past few years have seen a steady increase in the number of motorists driving through national roads and highways. In line with their vision of road safety and security, Shell Pilipinas Corporation has partnered with AACI (Assist and Assistance Concept Inc.), the newest business division of MPT Mobility, in providing 24/7 nationwide towing and minor roadside assistance […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsApr 20th, 2024

MMDA to remain strict on e-trike, light vehicle ban

Despite an order from President Marcos, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority would remain strict in banning light vehicles like e-bicycles, e-tricycles and tricycles from plying major roads in Metro Manila, acting MMDA Chairman Romando Artes said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 20th, 2024

When Mother Nature is still king

As a year’s worth of rain lets loose in Dubai, flash floods caused roads to turn into rivers and gushing waters overwhelmed many homes and businesses in just 24 hours......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 19th, 2024

Marcos orders grace period for e-trike penalties

President Marcos yesterday suspended for one month the imposition of penalties on e-bikes, e-trikes and other vehicles barred from traversing national roads, citing the need to give drivers more time to adjust to the new policy......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 18th, 2024

Marcos suspends penalties for e-trike ban violators in Metro Manila

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ordered the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and local government units to give more time to e-bike and e-trike drivers before banning them on major roads......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 18th, 2024

Crackdown on e-trikes continues

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority apprehended at least 87 drivers of light electric vehicles and tricycles yesterday, the first day of the stricter enforcement of a policy banning them from major roads in the metropolis......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 17th, 2024

Ban on e-bikes in Metro Manila roads begins

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority started yesterday the implementation of the ban on electric tricycles and e-bicycles from using major thoroughfares in the National Capital Region......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 15th, 2024

Tax break for 2-wheeled EVs pushed

It is high time to bring the “green” to Philippine roads by expanding current tax breaks to include two-wheeled electric vehicles, a leading think tank said......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 11th, 2024

Public reminded of April 15 e-bike ban

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority and the Manila city government yesterday reminded users of electric bicycles and tricycles, pushcarts, pedicabs, kuliglig and other light electric vehicles that they are banned from using certain major roads starting next week......»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 6th, 2024

Public reminded of April 15 e-bike ban

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority and the Manila city government yesterday reminded users of electric bicycles and tricycles, pushcarts, pedicabs, kuliglig and other light electric vehicles that they are banned from using certain major roads starting next week......»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 6th, 2024

Navigating Holy Week Travels: A Pilgrim’s Guide

As the solemnity of Holy Week draws near, many embark on journeys, seeking spiritual solace or simply a break from the daily grind. Yet, traversing the roads during this sacred time requires a mindful approach. Here, we offer a compass to navigate the seas of travel during this revered period. First and foremost, foresight is […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsMar 29th, 2024

MAP wants Metro under ‘state of traffic calamity’

Business group Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) is calling on the government to declare a “state of traffic calamity” in Metro Manila, citing the economic losses from the congestion on roads......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 22nd, 2024

LTO: AO on electric vehicles still not in effect

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) clarified yesterday that an administrative order (AO) it issued requiring licensed drivers and the registration of electric bicycles and tricycles that will be driven on all public roads nationwide is still not in effect pending its publication......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 16th, 2024

EDITORIAL - A matter of enforcement

If the government wants to keep e-tricycles and e-bikes off national roads and highways, it should strictly enforce the ban on such vehicles, whether gas-powered or electric......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 20th, 2024

1 of 2 ‘viral’ sports cars found in Ayala Alabang

One of two luxury sports cars that had gone viral after being spotted speeding along Metro Manila’s roads was found in exclusive Ayala Alabang village in Muntinlupa, the Bureau of Customs reported yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 10th, 2024

Disappearing roads

Why is traffic in Metro Manila slower than other Asian cities?.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 5th, 2024