Metro manila latest news
Here are the latest news updates from Metro Manila:
Breaking News
- MRT-3 to resume operations on Monday: The Metropolitan Rail Transit Authority (MRT-3) announced that it will resume operations on Monday, March 27, after a 10-day shutdown for maintenance and repairs. (Philippine Daily Inquirer)
- LRT-1 to extend operations until 10 PM: The Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA) announced that it will extend the operating hours of the LRT-1 line until 10 PM starting March 27 to accommodate the increased demand during the Holy Week. (GMA News)
Crime and Safety
- Police arrest 14 suspects in anti-drug operation: The Philippine National Police (PNP) arrested 14 suspects in an anti-drug operation in Pasig City on Friday, March 24. (Philippine Star)
- Man shot dead in Quezon City: A man was shot dead in Quezon City on Saturday, March 25, in what police believed was a case of mistaken identity. (Inquirer.net)
Politics and Governance
- Mayor Isko Moreno to run for president: Manila Mayor Isko Moreno announced on Saturday, March 25, that he will run for president in the 2022 elections. (GMA News)
- Sen. Bong Go to run for vice president: Senator Bong Go announced on Friday, March 24, that he will run for vice president in the 2022 elections. (Philippine Daily Inquirer)
Health and Environment
- DOH reports 1,000 new COVID-19 cases: The Department of Health (DOH) reported 1,000 new COVID-19 cases on Saturday, March 25, bringing the total number of cases in the country to 4,035. (GMA News)
- EPA to conduct air quality monitoring in Metro Manila: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will conduct air quality monitoring in Metro Manila starting March 27 to determine the level of air pollution in the area. (Philippine Star)
Education and Culture
- UP Diliman to hold virtual graduation ceremonies: The University of the Philippines Diliman announced that it will hold virtual graduation ceremonies for its graduating students due to the COVID-19 pandemic. (Inquirer.net)
- National Museum to reopen on April 1: The National Museum will reopen on April 1 after a three-month closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic. (GMA News)
These are just some of the latest news updates from Metro Manila.