Wow, it has been a rollercoaster ride this week. How’s your weekend doing so far? I hope all is well!
We just ended another meaningful week and I’m pretty sure that most of you – including me – have missed some of the great and sad stories due to our busy schedules.
But, don’t fret, as I’ve gathered WhenInManila’s trending stories from this week!
Let’s start reading, shall we?
News and Current Affairs
Rude Taxi Driver Yells at Riders
Netizen Hannah Quiwa shared this experience of hers on social media, when she rode a taxi with her 15-year-old sister and 10-year-old niece from their village to Robinsons Galleria. The taxi driver not only asked them to add 50 pesos to their metered fare, but was also reckless and sleazy throughout the ride. After getting down at Robinsons Galleria, the driver apparently aimed numerous offensive slurs at her, and even cursed at her.
You can read the full story, here: Taxi Driver Swears, Yells at Riders.
Marikina Launches Trike for Senior Citizens and PWDs
Although, it should’ve been done a long time ago, the city of Marikina still thought of great respect to our senior citizens, especially persons with (dis)abilities. The local government of Marikina City rolled out a special trike for senior citizens and people with disability (PWDs) called Adaptive Mobile Vehicle (AMV).
Read more about it here: Inspiring: Marikina Launches Trike for Senior Citizens and PWDs.
Leila De Lima’s TV Commercial
Watch here: Leila de Lima’s TV Commercial is Hardcore as AF
MMDA and Parking Violators App
Hopefully, this app will help decongest traffic through eliminating illegal parked vehicles.
Read article 1: You Can now Tweet or Viber MMDA about Parking Violators.
Read article 2: Motorists can now Report Illegally Parked Cars using MMDA’s Netizens’ Watch System.
Private Cars Must not use Yellow Lanes in Edsa
I’m not sure if this will work. How about you?
Read it here: Private Cars Must Stay Off Yellow Lanes on Edsa or Be Fined with Php500
3-Year MRT Maintenance Contract Bagged by Korean-Filipino Group
Let’s see how well they can “maintain.”
Read: 3-Year MRT Maintenance Contract was Given to a Korean-Filipino Group
BGC Towing Incident Part 1
A concerned Netizen shared a video of an alleged illegal towing incident along the Fort Strip in BGC yesterday.
Watch the video here: Netizen Shares Video of an Alleged Illegal Towing Incident in BGC
Parking Modus Part 1
What do you think of this issue? Read more here: Could This Be a New Parking Modus?
When In Manila Entertainment News
Legend David Bowie Passes Away at 69
The news happened on Monday and while I was just getting over the death of one of the pillars of the Philippine Entertainment Industry, German “Kuya Germs” Moreno, another legend has fallen.
Read the full article here: Legend David Bowie Passes Away at 69
90’s Dance Group, Streetboys, Reunited!
Yes, you read it right! The most loved dance group in the 90’s, Streetboys had an awesome reunion during Vhong Navarro’s birthday celebration at Showtime! And, they can still dance like it was just yesterday!
Watch the video here that will make you feel nostalgic!
Paolo Ballesteros Transforms into Miss Colombia
Paolo is nevertheless the most versatile human being I’ve known. He can just be anyone and nail it!
See his full transformation here.
Miss Universe Pia Wurtzbach’s Prizes are Subject to Tax, says BIR
According to Manila Bulletin’s online report, BIR mentioned yesterday that the cash prize and other awards Pia received for winning the Miss Universe title are subject to income tax. In fact, top revenue officials reiterated that as a Filipino citizen, Pia’s earnings from within and outside the Philippines must be taxable and subject to the maximum rate of 32 percent.
Read more here: Miss Universe Pia Wurtzbach’s Prizes are Subject to Tax, says BIR
Alan Rickman Dies at 69
Him and his character in the movie Harry Potter was loved dearly. People all over the world mourned, especially his co-actors in the entertainment industry. He will be missed. His kindness and love for the people are everlasting.
Read how Potterheads paid tribute to the fallen icon: Potterheads Begin to Pay Tribute
This week was a mix of everything – but for the entire universe, it is sad. The heaven gained three wonderful and loving people: Kuya Germs, David Bowie, and Alan Rickman. Rest In Paradise.
So, that’s what happened this week. Hopefully, our next week is more blissful!
Have a great weekend!
How did your week go? Share your thoughts below!
