Rappler's latest stories on EDSA
Bank schedules for EDSA Revolution anniversary, February 25, 2020
Here are the banks which will have certain branches open on Tuesday, February 25, 2020
[OPINION] The most common misconceptions about EDSA People Power
The People Power Revolution was neither peaceful nor bloodless
[EDITORIAL] Nasa DNA natin ang EDSA People Power
When the protector becomes the predator, where do you run?
Rappler PLUS briefing: Deep dive into the Marcos networked propaganda
Join us on Tuesday, February 25, at 5 pm
'The Kingmaker' to screen at UPFI in time for People Power anniversary
The documentary follows Imelda Marcos, wife of the late dictator Ferdinand Marcos
[OPINION] Dear Duterte Legacy, more roads will not decongest EDSA
'Almost all urban planning literature debunks the idea that expanding road space for vehicles eases up congestion'
NEDA Board approves MRT4, EDSA Greenways projects
The National Economic and Development Authority Board approves 8 projects covering transportation, maritime safety, roads, and bridges, amounting to a total of P547.63 billion
DPWH says P384B in road projects to help ease EDSA traffic
At least 6 road infrastructure projects are set to be completed within 2020, with the end view of reducing traffic volume along EDSA
Supreme Court awards P52M to builders of EDSA-Shangri-La
The High Court upholds a 2007 decision of the Construction Industry Arbitration Commission in favor of BF Corporation
Petition vs EDSA provincial bus ban hits a bump
(3rd UPDATE) Even with a Supreme Court dismissal, there is still an injunction on the bus ban issued by a Quezon City court in July 2019 that favors provincial operators
Thatcher approved Corazon Aquino asylum request – archives
But Britain's protection was ultimately not needed after the deposed dictator Ferdinand Marcos, Corazon Aquino's rival in the 1986 snap presidential elections, steps down
IN PHOTOS: Where you can catch Christmas light exhibits in the metro
It's the most wonderful time of the year!
[OPINION] How do you solve a problem like EDSA?
Traffic congestion reveals a deeper malady: lack of a well-defined land use plan for the National Capital Region
Apparently, Willem Dafoe was at the People Power Revolution in 1986
'It was an incredible feeling,' says the actor
[OPINION] Part 1 | Solutions to Manila's carmageddon
In our gradual descent to perdition, how has Manila traffic affected our lives?
Rice tariffication, EDSA bus ban down business confidence in Q3 2019
Business confidence falls to 37.3% in the 3rd quarter of 2019, as bad weather, external shocks, and government policies hit companies
FALSE: Hontiveros 'called for EDSA revolution to oust dictator president'
There is no such statement from Senator Risa Hontiveros
Panelo suggests choppers for emergency patients in traffic-logged cities
Presidential Spokesman Salvador Panelo says the death of patients in ambulances caught in heavy traffic proves the need for emergency powers for President Rodrigo Duterte
WATCH: Senate hearing on provincial bus ban
The harrowing gridlock along EDSA due to the dry run of the ban left thousands stranded
‘How about according to zodiac sign?’: Netizens mock ‘brand coding’ traffic scheme
Commuters brands the traffic schemes considered by the MMDA as 'band-aid' solutions, especially when the public transport system remains a mess
How about you’re banned from EDSA according to the car you drive?
A former Pagcor consultant submits ‘brand coding’ traffic scheme proposal to MMDA
One-way EDSA traffic scheme ‘ridiculous,’ say critics
Transportation Secretary Arthur Tugade says the proposal is 'not new' and will be reviewed
MMDA to study 'one-way EDSA' traffic scheme
The scheme will be paired with a bus rapid transit system and bus stops located within 200 meters of any residence
Join the huddle: How would commuters reimagine EDSA?
MovePH is partnering with Right of Way and AltMobility to host this huddle happening on Saturday, August 31
Zubiri wants elevated walkways, bike lanes along EDSA
'We really must consider the alternative transport channel, as it…will give citizens from all walks of life an avenue for safe and easy mobility,' says Senator Zubiri
LOOK: Suspicious box left in EDSA-Shaw underpass
The large box is left on the center island of the underpass, prompting police to close the inner lanes while they verify the contents of the box
After provincial bus ban mess, senators want review of MMDA powers
'The reason for the injunction is that the MMDA admitted that they have no power and it belongs to the LGU. It's an opportunity for us to review this particular aspect,' says Senate Minority Leader Franklin Drilon
Senate probe into provincial bus ban set for August 13
'Puro eksperimento, habang taumbayan naman ang nagdurusa.... Bakit kalunos-lunos ang paglala ng trapik?' asks Senator Grace Poe
Class divide: Filipinos slam MMDA for ‘anti-poor’ EDSA policy
(UPDATED) MMDA traffic chief Bong Nebrija says the problem lies with the lack of discipline among bus drivers who swerve lanes, causing traffic buildup
MMDA's provincial bus ban dry run pushing through despite court order
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority says it has yet to receive a copy of the preliminary injunction stopping the implementation of the provincial bus ban
Quezon City court halts EDSA provincial bus ban
The Quezon City Regional Trial Court Branch 223 says the controversial bus ban has 'far-reaching effects'
MMDA sets another provincial bus ban dry run starting August 7
During the dry run, provincial buses will be banned from passing through EDSA from 4 am to 10 pm
With new LTFRB policy, provincial bus ban to 'hopefully' start August
The new Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board amends the routes of provincial buses with terminals along EDSA to end their trips in cities of Valenzuela, Parañaque, and Sta Rosa, Laguna
EXPLAINER: Ano ang provincial bus ban?
Sagot ba talaga ang provincial bus ban sa problema sa trapiko?
EXPLAINER: What is the provincial bus ban?
Is the provincial bus ban really the answer to the metropolis' traffic woes?
FALSE: EDSA Revolution 'removed' regularization, led to 'increase' in OFWs
Data from the Philippine Statistics Authority show that the number of overseas Filipino workers rose even before 1986
MMDA eyes driver-only car ban along EDSA again
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority says the driver-only car ban will be proposed to the Metro Manila Council again in July this year
'Anti-poor, anti-commuter': Netizens lambast provincial bus ban
Is the provincial bus ban another band-aid solution to traffic? Filipinos online weigh in.
Provincial bus terminals not to be closed on June 1
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority stands firm on its policy closing provincial bus terminals along EDSA, pending the Supreme Court decision on petitions filed against it
Another petition filed vs ‘oppressive, unfair’ EDSA provincial bus ban
Albay Representative Joey Salceda, like AKO-Bicol before him, argues with the Supreme Court that the MMDA has no police or legislative power to implement this regulation
Minority lawmakers Garbin, Atienza trade barbs over EDSA provincial bus ban
Buhay Representative Lito Atienza tries to play the seniority card against AKO Bicol Representative Alfredo Garbin Jr, his ally in the House minority
Lawmakers on EDSA provincial bus ban: 'Give it a chance'
But AKO Bicol Representative Alfredo Garbin Jr still opposes the policy, saying it 'merely relocates the traffic elsewhere' and burdens LGUs on the outskirts of Metro Manila
MMDA suspends provincial bus ban dry run
But provincial buses are still not allowed to load and unload passengers along EDSA
AKO Bicol asks Supreme Court to stop EDSA provincial bus ban
AKO Bicol party says the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority's order against provincial buses is unconstitutional
Richard Lugar, U.S. foreign policy luminary, dies at 87
The former US senator was instrumental in the ouster of authoritarian Filipino president Ferdinand Marcos
Police eye anti-drug work as motive for cop's killing in EDSA-Connecticut
Solomon Cugay used to work for an anti-drug unit
Cop shot dead in EDSA Connecticut
(3rd UPDATE) The slain cop is identified as Senior Master Sergeant Solomon Cugay
10,000 motorcycle riders stage EDSA protest vs bigger plates
'We are not criminals,' say protesters, as they hold a 'Unity Ride' against the Motorcycle Crime Prevention Act
