The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) suspended the implementation of the number coding scheme on Thursday, August 13, due to inclement weather.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) announced an investigation into the circulation of recycled and artificial intelligence-generated photos and videos depicting flooded areas.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) reported an improvement in Metro Manila's flood situation, even as the region experienced above-average rainfall for August.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) chair, Romando “Don” Artes, has requested the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to investigate a scam or modus operandi exploiting their No Contact Apprehension Policy (NCAP).

Zoomlion Ghana Limited has assured workers involved in the Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) Fumigation Project that all outstanding salary arrears will be paid upon receipt of necessary project funds.

Mörg hundruð minkar, að minnsta kosti, sluppu úr loðdýrabúinu Dalsbúi í Mosfellsdal eftir innbrot og skemmdarverk. Um tólf þúsund dýr voru í búinu.

Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) in Ghana have been called upon to prosecute individuals who sell land without the legally required Land Use Certificate, aiming to curb the illegal sale of wetlands, watercourses, and floodplains.

A public school teacher in Manila apologized after his apprehension for riding a motorcycle without a helmet went viral, expressing regret that his traffic violation became associated with the teaching profession.

Four districts in Ghana's Volta Region have performed poorly, falling from their previous positions in the 2025 performance ranking of Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has announced that its No Contact Apprehension Policy (NCAP) online violation checking and payment system will now be integrated into the eGovPH Super App. This aims to streamline access to NCAP services.

The President of the Chamber of Local Governance (CHALOG) in Ghana has accused political actors of persistent interference, which is undermining the ability of Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) to enforce sanitation and development laws.

Motorists in Metro Manila are advised to expect heavy traffic and take alternate routes as government road projects commence. The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) issued advisories regarding the expected congestion.

The MMDA has issued a warning against parking on EDSA for participants of the INC rally, while the Palace cautioned that the rally should not lead to destabilization efforts.

The MRT-3 was fully operational despite an EDSA rally, which the MMDA confirmed lacked a permit. The MMDA also towed illegally parked vehicles in the area during the demonstration.

The Parliamentary Select Committee on Local Government and Rural Development has urged Parliament and Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) to collaborate more closely to address the increasing threat of flooding in Accra.

Emmanuel Cherry, President of the Ghana Chamber of Construction Industry, is calling on the government to enhance the capacity of Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) to effectively regulate physical development and streamline building permit processes.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) in Manila, Philippines, issued a reminder that school zones are designated "no parking zones" to ensure student safety and traffic mobility as classes resume.

Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) in Ghana's Central Region are protesting the ongoing direct deductions of Zoomlion Ghana Limited's fumigation fees from the District Assemblies Common Fund.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has assured the public that a marathon scheduled for June 12, 2026, on the Epifanio delos Santos Avenue (Edsa) bus carousel lane will not cause major traffic disruptions.

Significant vandalism occurred at the new artificial turf foundation in Dalur, Hveragerði, where a vehicle reportedly drove through a fence, spun, and damaged the underlay.

The Ghanaian government plans to include the provision of child protection units as a key criterion in the performance assessment of Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs).

MANILA, Philippines — Following Malacañang’s declaration of March 20, 2026 as a regular holiday, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) is suspending the expanded number coding scheme…

MANILA, Philippines — The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) will be bringing back its 30-minute heat stroke break policy for its field personnel beginning on Monday in an effort to protect its workers from heat-related illnesses. In a statement on Monday, the agency said it recently issued Memorandum Circular No. 04, which prescribes a staggered

Tugir manna eru særðir og margar byggingar eru skemmdar eftir árás Írana í norðurhluta Ísraels í nótt.

QUEZON CITY, Philippines — In response to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s instruction to provide immediate relief, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO), the Metropolitan Manila…

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) is set to revive the iconic 'Love Bus' service, offering free rides on routes from Robinsons Galleria to Eastwood City, launching in late April or early May.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has assured the public of a five-minute response time to road emergencies through its hotline, as stated by MMDA General Manager Nicolas.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) suspended its number coding scheme on Thursday, August 13, citing inclement weather conditions.

Alfred Asiedu Adjei, President of the National Association of Local Authorities of Ghana (NALAG), has called on assembly members to closely monitor public funds allocated to Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs).

Alfred Asiedu Adjei, President of the National Association of Local Authorities of Ghana (NALAG), has warned Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) that local government officials risk losing public confidence if they fail to deliver development.

Prosecutors in Washington D.C. have dropped charges against four individuals, including a former Olympian, who were accused of vandalism at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The specific reasons for dropping the charges were not immediately detailed.

Martin Adjei-Mensah Korsah, a Ghanaian Member of Parliament, has raised concerns about the fairness and modalities of the government's proposed elections for Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs).

Ghana's Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability, Seidu Issifu, emphasized the critical need for Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) to implement localized strategies to combat the escalating threat of climate change.

Police in Westfjords, Iceland, have yet to apprehend those responsible for vandalizing cars and other vehicles at a storage area in Strandabyggð near Hnitbjörg last May.

Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) in Ghana have shown improved compliance with public financial management regulations. They are being encouraged to further strengthen financial discipline.

Gabriel Go, head of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority's Special Operations Group, has been suspended from clearing operations following a widely reported incident involving a school teacher.

Police have not yet apprehended those responsible for vandalizing a rainbow flag near the steps leading down to Grafarvogskirkja church in Iceland.

President John Dramani Mahama has proposed a more structured partnership between traditional authorities and Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) to strengthen accountability and…

Physical planners in Ghana claim that some Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) are demanding upfront payments for building permits instead of just processing fees. A Physical Planning Director clarified that MMDAs are planning authorities, not permit issuers, highlighting a potential misuse of authority.

Birna Mjöll Atladóttir, owner of Hótel Breiðavík, described over 75 cancellations by three large tourist groups for the days of a total solar eclipse as 'vandalism.'

Three Edsa northbound lanes have reopened after an Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) bus was removed and concrete barriers were adjusted to add an additional lane. The changes were made following an INC rally.

Paul Watson, founder of Sea Shepherd, asserts that all possible measures should be taken to stop whaling. He also expresses disgust at attempts to associate anti-whaling expeditions with vandalism.

The Ghanaian government plans to transfer more than 80 percent of the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF) directly to Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) to enhance fiscal decentralization and local governance.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has announced several road closures and traffic plans for portions of Epifanio delos Santos Avenue (Edsa) in preparation for the Manila Marathon scheduled for Friday, June 12.

Ing. Prince Kas-Avortri, Executive Secretary of the Structural Sub-Division of the Ghana Institution of Engineering, has described the government's planned audit of building permits by MMDAs as positive but not comprehensive enough.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has issued a traffic advisory for motorists due to Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) repair works in Quezon City from May 22-25. Motorists are advised to take alternative routes.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has advised motorists in Quezon City to use alternate routes due to planned road reblocking and repairs by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in May.

Significant damage was caused to a toilet facility at the Höfðavík campsite in Hallormsstaður, Iceland, due to vandalism, resulting in considerable costs for Land og skóg, which manages the area.

The Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) is implementing new programs, including 'Yes to Ayos,' to enhance order and cleanliness across the capital region. Additionally, the MMDA announced that its No-Contact Apprehension Policy (NCAP) will soon be expanded to include violations related to improper waste disposal.

Lilja Rannveig Sigurgeirsdóttir, secretary of the Progressive Party, responded to the act of vandals in Borgarbyggð with a rainbow flag.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) announced the suspension of the number coding scheme on Thursday, April 9, in observance of Araw ng Kagitingan (Day of Valor) in the Philippines.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) in the Philippines is set to release a memorandum circular next week outlining a proposed carpooling initiative for Metro Manila, in response to rising fuel prices and an ongoing energy emergency.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) announced the suspension of the number coding scheme from April 1 to 3, 2026, in observance of Holy Week.

It’s less stressful for the body to take a bath later in the day, as some Instagram posts about health suggest. The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) on Tuesday inaugurated four “bike-to-work end-of-trip” shower rooms in Pasig City. This is to provide cyclists a “comfortable, inclusive and accessible” changing space when commuting from their homes

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has reinstated 'heat breaks' for its traffic enforcers and street sweepers as temperatures in the Philippines begin to rise.

In the city of Isfahan in Iran, Israeli airstrikes have damaged some of the country's most valuable cultural monuments, according to Iran's Ministry of Cultural Heritage and Tourism.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed confidence that the BJP will form the government in Uttarakhand again in 2027, highlighting the party's focus on development, job creation, and the Uniform Civil Code.

Ghana's Minister of Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs has called on Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies to prioritize accountability to accelerate local development.

A committee in Ghana has submitted a report recommending significant upgrades for 33 Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) to enhance decentralization and promote equitable development across the country.

Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) in Ghana that have fulfilled reporting requirements are scheduled to receive their second-quarter District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF) transfers this week.

Persistent southwest monsoon rains continue to affect various regions in the Philippines, displacing thousands of families and causing localized flooding. While some areas experienced less severe flooding, evacuation centers remain active, and efforts are underway to clear waterways.

Various services and activities in the Philippines, including court work, ferry trips, and number coding, were suspended on August 6 due to bad weather. Additionally, a curfew and liquor ban were imposed in Magsingal, Ilocos Sur, because of Tropical Depression Maymay.

The National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons (NACSA) in Ghana is intensifying collaboration with local government authorities to enhance community-based approaches for preventing armed violence and promoting public safety.

Hundreds, possibly thousands, of mink are still being sought after escaping from a fur farm in Mosfellsdalur, leading farmers to fear more break-ins and vandalism.

Ghana's Minister for Lands and Natural Resources stated that his ministry has not received formal reports of Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) issuing permits for mining equipment, despite a JoyNews investigation.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has issued a warning to motorists about text scams falsely claiming traffic violations and fines under the No Contact Apprehension Policy (NCAP). This comes as the MMDA continues efforts to clear road obstructions, fining 41 motorists and towing 10 vehicles.

A party-list representative and a teachers' alliance have publicly called for the removal of Gabriel Go, chief of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority's Special Operations Group-Task Force for Road Clear.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has warned the public that an image circulating online, depicting L-shaped flood barriers along Edsa, was digitally manipulated and AI-generated. The agency issued a statement on Facebook to clarify the misinformation.

The Ghana Police Service is rallying public support for a two-day national cleaning exercise, encouraging citizens and local authorities to participate. The initiative aims to promote cleanliness and sanitation across the country.

Vandals were caught on camera committing acts of destruction at Grafarvogskirkja church, with authorities investigating the incident as a hate crime. The bishop expressed sympathy for the vandals.

The National President of Ghana's Physical Planners Association has accused Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) of prioritizing permit fees over the proper enforcement of planning regulations, potentially compromising public safety.

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in the Philippines announced the start of the second phase of the Epifanio delos Santos Avenue (Edsa) rehabilitation project on Saturday evening, July 3, 2026.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) are working to ensure that beneficiaries of the Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers (Tupad) program, who are involved in flood mitigation, follow proper procedures. This initiative aims to prevent shortcuts and ensure effective implementation of the program.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has initiated a sidewalk improvement project along C5 road in Pasig City. The project will utilize bricks made from recycled materials.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) will utilize 10,000 beneficiaries from the Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers (Tupad) program. These workers will assist in flood mitigation efforts across Metro Manila.

The Rural Initiatives for Self-Empowerment Ghana (RISE-Ghana) has called for an increase in the administrative expenditure cap for Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) from 5% to…

MANILA, Philippines — The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) will deploy over 12,400 police officers and volunteers to secure this year’s celebration of Independence Day. In a statement on Wednesday, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said 11,675 police officers from NCRPO will be deployed together with 143 personnel from partner units

The Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs announced a nationwide inspection of Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) regarding building permit enforcement amid flood concerns.

The Pasig River Ferry Service in Manila, Philippines, has resumed operations following maintenance work on its boats and efforts to clear a significant volume of garbage from the waterway.

A former Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) executive and his wife have vowed to return P5.3 million in unexplained wealth to the government. This decision follows scrutiny over their assets.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) announced plans to utilize AI-powered traffic cameras to identify and penalize individuals for improper waste disposal. This initiative aims to improve cleanliness and enforce environmental regulations in the city.

Ghana's Local Government Minister highlighted the unprecedented release of GH¢5 million to Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) in 2025. He also advocated for better compensation for chiefs, acknowledging their crucial role in national development.

Several local government units and educational institutions in the Philippines have switched to online classes on March 26 due to a nationwide transport strike.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has launched free shower rooms and other amenities at the Motorcycle Riding Academy in Pasig City, catering to bike-to-work commuters.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) advised motorists to take alternative routes as Maynilad Water Services begins restoration works in some areas from Friday, March 13, to Monday, March 1.

MANILA, Philippines — Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) General Manager Nicolas Torre III said the agency enforces traffic rules equally, following his wife’s receipt of multiple violation notices. Torre said he isn’t only the MMDA’s general manager but also joked that he was the “general payor” for his wife Patricia Jane Torre’s fines. “At the

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) is adjusting its office hours to a four-day work week for its personnel, following a directive from President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. due to increasing fuel prices.

MANILA, Philippines — The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) on Wednesday assured the public of an immediate response to their road emergencies through its five-minute response hotline. At a Palace briefing, MMDA General Manager Nicolas Torre III highlighted the reactivation and reformatting of Metrobase 136, which will respond to crises on major roads covered by

A committee in Ghana has submitted a report to the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, recommending significant upgrades for 33 Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) to enhance decentralisation and equitable development.