Recently in the progressive City of Muntinlupa, the City Government issued reminders to the public about the existing ban on the use of midwifed mufflers and pipes in vehicles, according to a Manila Bulletin news report. It is anticipated that noise will intensify in the city as the Christmas season goes on.
To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news report of the Manila Bulletin. Some parts in boldface…
The Muntinlupa City government has reminded the public about the ban on the use of modified mufflers and pipes in vehicles.
The notice came from the Muntinlupa Traffic Management Bureau (MTMB), which said that the ban is based on City Ordinance No. 04-022 or the Muntinlupa City Traffic Code.
This Christmas season, many motorists in Muntinlupa are expected to celebrate it by using modified mufflers and pipes in their vehicles to produce loud noise.
“Paalala mula sa Pamahalaang Lungsod ng Muntinlupa: Mahigpit na ipinagbabawal ang paggamit ng modified muffler/pipe at iba pang illegal modifications sa mga sasakyan alinsunod sa City Ordinance No. 04-022, Article XV Section 85 ng Muntinlupa City Traffic Code (Reminder from the Muntinlupa City Government: The use of modified muffler/pipe and other illegal modifications to vehicles is strictly prohibited pursuant to City Ordinance No. 04-022, Article XV Section 85 of the Muntinlupa City Traffic Code),” the MTMB posted on Facebook.
Section 85 of the ordinance on Mufflers and Noise Controlling Devices states that “no person shall operate a motor vehicle on a street unless such motor vehicle is equipped, at all times, with a muffler or mufflers in constant operation and of sufficient capacity for the motor, and equipped with an exhaust system to prevent the escape of excessive fumes or smoke and unusual noise.”
The MTMB warned that violators will face a fine of P2,000.
Let me end this post by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? If you are a resident of Muntinlupa City, do you have a problem with noise pollution intensifying in the city during the Christmas season? Do you think the current laws of city are tough enough towards noise makers?
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Recently in the progressive City of Muntinlupa, Mayor Ruffy Biazon reached out to the local micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and encouraged them to take advantage of the soft loans offered by the City Government, according to a news report by the Daily Tribune.
To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news report of the Daily Tribune. Some parts in boldface…
Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are encouraged by Muntinlupa Mayor Ruffy Biazon to take advantage of the soft loans offered by the local government unit, as well as the national government, to elevate from micro to medium entrepreneurs.
In an interview during the opening of “Tindahan ni Tarsee” in Festival Mall in Alabang on Friday, Biazon said the LGU’s Muntinlupa Entrepreneur Financing Division (MEFD) has been consistently providing financial aid through soft loans to MSMEs.
“We are providing funding for MSME capital, interest-free, starting from P5,000 for as much as P150,000. More business owners became successful because of that project, especially those who lost jobs right after the pandemic. Most of them did not return to their jobs and became full-pledge entrepreneurs already,” he said.
Biazon said most of the business owners that the MEFD has assisted are engaged in food businesses and sari-sari stores.
The number of MSMEs in Muntinlupa City is pegged at more than 30,000, an increase from the 15,708 registered businesses in 2019 or before the COVID-19 pandemic hit the country in 2020.
“We can see that our MSMEs are very successful, especially in our city, as they propped up the local economy and provide jobs even at a minimal number of two to three per entrepreneur. Yung mga hindi nakakapasok sa mga malls at ibang companies, sa mga MSMEs they have the chance to have jobs,” he said.
Biazon urged aspiring business owners to take advantage of the MEFD program, which will restart next year on 2 January, as the division’s funds for this year have already been fully utilized.
Let me end this post by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? If you are a resident of Muntinlupa City, are there any micro or small entrepreneurs among your local community’s members? What do you think makes Muntinlupa an attractive city for MSMEs to do business in?
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Recently the City Government of Muntinlupa formally started the process of revising its zoning ordinance as well as its Comprehensive Land and Water Use Plan (CLWUP), according to a news report by the Daily Tribune.
To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news report of the Daily Tribune. Some parts in boldface…
The local government of Muntinlupa City has begun revising its Comprehensive Land and Water Use Plan (CLWUP) and its Zoning Ordinance, nearly 10 years after the last updates, Mayor Ruffy Biazon announced.
The revision aims to address environmental changes and the city’s increasing vulnerability to flooding.
This move follows a recent Spatial Strategies workshop led by the City Planning and Development Office. Mayor Biazon stressed that community input is critical, as local barangays are the first to witness changes and identify needs in their areas.
“The workshop is timely because we already need to update the CLWUP and the Zoning Ordinance since it has been almost 10 years,” Biazon said, citing the city’s proximity to Laguna Lake as a major factor.
“Over time, there have been changes in the environment and in the needs of the city,” he added.
The mayor also stressed the need to review development plans for lakeshore communities to properly guide the city’s priorities.
Let me end this post by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? If you are a resident of Muntinlupa City, do you think the revisions of the zoning ordinance and the CLWUP will be done in due time and will help make the city more resistant to future flooding?
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Recently the City Government of Muntinlupa was recognized as a child-friendly unit by the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), according to a Manila Bulletin news report.
To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news report of the Manila Bulletin. Some parts in boldface…
The Department of the Interior and Local Government-National Capital Region (DILG-NCR) has recognized Muntinlupa as a child-friendly local government unit (LGU).
The agency announced that 12 LGUs in the National Capital Region passed the 2025 Child‑Friendly Local Governance Audit (CFLGA).
These are Muntinlupa, Mandaluyong, Pasig, Las Pinas, Paranaque, Malabon, Makati, Navotas, Pasay, Valenzuela, Quezon City and San Juan.
“Twelve local government units (LGUs) within the National Capital Region (NCR) have successfully passed the 2025 Child‑Friendly Local Governance Audit (CFLGA), demonstrating strong commitment to upholding children’s rights to survival, development, protection, and participation,” DILG-NCR posted on Facebook.
Muntinlupa Mayor Ruffy Biazon said, “Salamat sa mga kasamahan natin na nagtrabaho ng mahusay para makamit ito! (Thank you to our colleagues who worked so hard to achieve this!).”
In a memorandum circular, the DILG stated that the CFLGA, established in 2014, “is a results-based assessment tool and an annual mandatory audit designed to gauge the performance of City and Municipal local government units (LGUs) towards implementing programs and instituting measures to ensure the well-being of children.”
“It aims to inform and influence the planning and programming of LGUs towards achieving the envisioned goal where ‘children are accessing inclusive social services and lives free of poverty in all dimensions’ by putting primacy on child-rights responsive governance and accountability,” it added.
Let me end this post by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? If you are a resident of Muntinlupa City, are you delighted to see the City Government formally declared as child-friendly?
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Recently the water concessionaire Maynilad formally inaugurated the Tunasan Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) which will help expand its sewerage coverage in the south, the company announced online.
To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the company’s announcement. Some parts in boldface…
West Zone concessionaire Maynilad Water Services, Inc. (Maynilad) has inaugurated the new Tunasan Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) in Muntinlupa City—its 25th wastewater treatment facility—expanding sewerage coverage in the south and supporting long-term efforts to protect Laguna de Bay.
Located along Buendia Street in Barangay Tunasan, the new WRF can treat up to 20 million liters of used water per day (MLD). Wastewater from Magdaong, Bubogan, and Tunasan Creeks is conveyed through 1.4 kilometers of sewer pipes into the facility, serving around 83,000 customers within the Tunasan catchment area.
The Tunasan WRF uses the Modified Ludzack–Ettinger (MLE) process—a modern biological treatment technology—to reduce pollutants before discharge. The facility complies with stricter effluent quality requirements under Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) DAO 2016-08, as amended by DAO 2021-19, helping protect Laguna de Bay and the surrounding environment.
“Every wastewater facility we build is more than infrastructure—it is a commitment to public health, a step toward cleaner waterways, and an investment in a future where communities can thrive alongside a healthy environment,” said Maynilad President and CEO Ramoncito S. Fernandez. “By expanding sewerage coverage here in Muntinlupa and investing in modern treatment technologies, we help safeguard Laguna de Bay and strengthen responsible wastewater management in the West Zone.”
The project was implemented in coordination with the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS), the DENR, the Laguna Lake Development Authority (LLDA), and the Muntinlupa City Government. Treated wastewater from the Tunasan WRF is discharged into Bubogan Creek.
With the addition of Tunasan WRF, Maynilad now has a total wastewater treatment capacity of 790 MLD, supporting the company’s broader program to accelerate sewerage and sanitation services in Metro Manila and contribute to the rehabilitation of Laguna de Bay.
Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? If you are a Maynilad customer, do you think the inaugurated facility in Barangay Tunasan will creative positive results for the customers and the environment?
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Recently in the City of Muntinlupa, the City Government added a new honor to its 2025 list of achievements with the certification as a drug-free work place, according to a news report by the Daily Tribune.
To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news report of the Daily Tribune. Some parts in boldface…
The Muntinlupa City Hall has again been declared as a drug-free workplace, making it the first local government unit (LGU) in Metro Manila to secure this status for 2025, Mayor Ruffy Biazon said.
The LGU earned the drug-free certification for the first time in the year 2023.
Biazon noted that the reaffirmed recognition is a reflection of the city’s strengthened efforts and policies under ordinance No. 2024-030, along with cooperation with authorities including the Philippine National Police, the Department of Interior and Local Government, the City Health Office, and the Drug-Free Institution Oversight Committee.
The nine other barangay halls in Muntinlupa have also been declared to be a drug-free workplace.
Let me end this post by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? If you are a resident of Muntinlupa City, are you delighted with the newest certification for the city?
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Welcome back my readers, YouTube viewers and all others who followed this series of articles focused on YouTube videos worth watching. Have you been searching for something fun or interesting to watch on YouTube? Do you feel bored right now and you crave for something to see on the world’s most popular online video destination?
I recommend you check out the following videos I found.
#1 The Matrix Revisited – What else is there to say about The Matrix? There are some who claimed it is the greatest science fiction movie ever made. Some described it as more relevant than ever due to the wide public use of artificial intelligence (AI) today. In my experience, I saw a special re-screening of The Matrix at the old cinema of Festival Mall in December 1999 and it was entertaining but I never became a fan of its entertainment franchise. Regardless, the film continues to entertain and surprise YouTubers and you can see how by watching the selected videos below.
#2 The Horror Aspect Of Halo: Combat Evolved – It has been 24 years since Halo: Combat Evolved launched along with the original Xbox console. I played and finished the classic sci-fi first-person shooting game on rented Xbox consoles before and it remains a highly significant gaming experience to me. Original game developer Bungie did not just create a great sci-fi game but also designed it to be immersive, captivating and atmospheric. Within the atmosphere in the game is the subtle but effective use of horror elements which added to the mystery. How does the horror function in the classic game? Watch and learn from the video below.
#3 Meat & Rice Meals In Japan – Here is another food-related video in Japan. This is for those who crave for delicious meals composed of nice amounts of meat and rice The food joint in the video below not only serves the mentioned meals, it is able to cook many kinds of fried rice as well! Watch and enjoy the video below.
#4 Most Notable Episodes Of The Real Ghostbusters – As a young boy in the 1980s, I saw the classic movie Ghostbusters in 1984 and a few years later, I started watching episodes of The Real Ghostbusters animated TV series on home video and eventually on local TV. For the newcomers reading this, The Real Ghostbusters was the sequel and spin-off to the 1984 film and it had a specific title (using “Real”) as a result of a dispute with Filmation which had the Ghost Busters franchise. I lost count as to how many episodes of the animated series I saw but there were a few notable ones I still remember and Minty Comedic Arts’ recent video contained them. Watch the video below.
#5 UAE Rejects Radical Islam And The Islamists! – Islamists are an extreme and evil bunch. They cause trouble wherever they are and they are driven to overwhelm others, to bring down societies and become the one discriminating dominant force. Islamists have already infiltrated many European nations by means of mass migration (including entry as asylum seekers or refugees needing the host nation’s humanitarian assistance) and teaming up with the Satanic Leftists (to form a new Islamo-Leftist mob overseas). In the Middle East, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) knows how destructive radical Islam really is and they made clear that they not only reject Islamists but also remove them. Watch and learn from the video below.
#6 Japan Tightens Business Manager Visa Policy! – Recently, I blogged about Japan’s reformed policy on the business manager visa in response to the fraud and violations committed by foreigners – notably the Chinese nationals – who carried it. The requirements were drastically changed, new applicants must have at least a few years real experience of business practice, and the hiring of at least one full-time employee (who is Japanese or a permanent resident) must be done. As many of the abusers of the business manager visa were Chinese nationals, I found a video focused on the topic and what the affected Chinese holders of the visa in Japan think about the reforms done by the Japanese. Watch the video below.
Recently in the City of Muntinlupa, local police officers armed with a warrant of arrest apprehended a wanted man for carnapping, according to a Manila Bulletin news report.
To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news report of the Manila Bulletin. Some parts in boldface…
The Muntinlupa police arrested on Friday, Nov. 7, a 23-year-old man tagged as the No. 2 most wanted person for carnapping.
The suspect, identified as alias Entong, a mechanic and resident of Barangay Bayanan, Muntinlupa, was nabbed at about 4:50 p.m. in Barangay Putatan by personnel from the Muntinlupa Police Warrant and Subpoena Unit.
He was arrested by virtue of a warrant of arrest issued on Nov. 4 by Presiding Judge Lovella Demetria-Valdez of the Muntinlupa Regional Trial Court Branch 276 for carnapping. The court set the bail at P300,000.
After his arrest, he was brought to the Putatan Health Center for a routine medical examination before he was turned over to the Muntinlupa police’s custodial facility for documentation.
Let me end this post by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? If you are a resident of Muntinlupa City, has anyone in your local community lost a vehicle to carnappers over the past six months?
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Recently, this year’s Christmas spectacle at the Filinvest City Central Park was launched by Filinvest with a special event that attracted special guests (including Muntinlupa City Mayor Ruffy Biazon and Olympic Gold Medalist Carlos Yulo).
A few nights ago, I personally visited Filinvest City Central Park (Google Maps location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/vzt8D9yLzRSVVhae9) and I saw the new decorations highlighting the Christmas season. They look very similar to what was set up in 2024, notably the tall Christmas tree and the permanent structures that only needed decorating.
The Filinvest City sign at the Central Park.
Tall Christmas tree in the background, other decorations and lights in the foreground.
A short distance away from the tall Christmas tree was the park’s standout structure called The Tree (launched in late 2024) which has a very unique design that not only provides people cover from rain or intense sunlight but serves as a helpful place for special activities. At night, lights of different colors are projected towards The Tree which make a fine visual attraction.
As of this writing, I noticed there were lesser non-permanent structures (that were decorated with additional Christmas lights) during my visit at the park. Since Filinvest City still has a lot of activities scheduled at the central park, there is always the possibility that additional structure and lights will be set up soon. For reference about non-permanent structures and lights, click here for my 2024 Christmas Filinvest City Central Park article.
The permanent park structures plus added decorations and lights.
Visitors taking pictures at the tall Christmas tree.
Unsurprisingly, Filinvest City Central Park remains popular with families, visitors from other cities, some foreign tourists, and those who love the open-air environment of the CBD. It would be interesting to see if there will be more visitors coming to the park during the weekends leading to Christmas as the brand new Starbucks Filinvest branch with drive-thru has been attracting a lot of customers since it opened. That being said, Filinvest City announced through social media a schedule of events or activities happening at the central park.
Set to happen at Filinvest City Central Park are the following: Holiday Lights Symphony at The Tree on November 22, December 7 and December 20 starting 7PM; Fireworks Displace on November 22, December 7 and December 20 starting 8PM. Live musical performances on November 22-23, November 30, December 7, December 20-21 starting 6PM. To see the complete park activities schedule, click https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17aEHGaGX4/
Christmas is still all about Lord Jesus
The theme of Filinvest City’s Christmas campaign this year is titled as “Celebrate Magical Christmas Moments.”
First and foremost, Christmas is all about Lord Jesus, the Savior and hope of ALL nations. During the season, we remember not only His birth in Bethlehem in Israel, but also His overall significance and the hope He always bring to people. The world we live in is twisted and chaotic. While there are many who are indeed faithful to Lord Jesus, there are still many other people out there who remain lost and unsaved. A lot of people ended up lost as they allowed themselves to be manipulated by the secular, the worldly and other rebellious forces of the world we live in.
God sent His Son Jesus to us to pave the way for people to get saved and become part of His Kingdom. Realize how much God loves His creations and none of us would exist without Him. Learn from the bible verses below.
For here is the way God loved the world—he gave his only, unique Son as a gift. So now everyone who believes in him will never perish but experience everlasting life.
John 3:16 (TPT)
For unto us a Child is born,
Unto us a Son is given;
And the government will be upon His shoulder.
And His name will be called
Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God,
Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
Isaiah 9:6 (NKJV)
Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judea, to the city of David, which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and lineage of David, to be registered with Mary, his betrothed wife, who was with child. So it was, that while they were there, the days were completed for her to be delivered. And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.
Luke 2:4-7 (NKJV)
Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, saying, “Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we have seen His star in the East and have come to worship Him.”
Matthew 2:1-2 (NKJV)
By honoring, praising and following Lord Jesus, we are connected with the Heavenly Father. When we are faithful to the Lord, it is clear that we do not let the worldly nor wickedness get in the way. It is essential that we must have uncompromising faith in the Lord. Learn from the bible verses below.
Then Jesus answered and said to them,
“Most assuredly, I say to you, the Son can do nothing of Himself, but what He sees the Father do; for whatever He does, the Son also does in like manner. For the Father loves the Son, and shows Him all things that He Himself does; and He will show Him greater works than these, that you may marvel. For as the Father raises the dead and gives life to them, even so the Son gives life to whom He will. For the Father judges no one, but has committed all judgment to the Son, that all should honor the Son just as they honor the Father. He who does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent Him.”
John 5:19-23 (NKJV)
Then Jesus said,
“I am light to the world, and those who embrace me will experience life-giving light, and they will never walk in darkness.”
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Recently in the city of Muntinlupa, police officers successfully pulled of a buy-bust operation which resulted in the arrest of a man who had over P500,000 worth of illegal drugs, according to a Manila Bulletin news report.
To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news report of the Manila Bulletin. Some parts in boldface…
Police arrested a 27-year-old drug suspect in a buy-bust operation in Barangay Putatan, Muntinlupa on Oct. 30.
Alias Enteng was arrested by the police at about 7:40 a.m. in Pasong Makipot in the barangay he was listed under the Southern Police District’s drug watchlist.
The operation, conducted by the Muntinlupa police’s Station Drug Enforcement Unit, resulted in the confiscation of three plastic sachets containing 53.09 grams of shabu valued at P510,000, and a marked P500 bill used as buy-bust money.
The suspect was immediately brought to the SDEU office for documentation. He will face a complaint for violation of Republic Act 9165 (Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002).
Let me end this post by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? If you are a resident of Muntinlupa City, are you thankful to the local police for the successful buy-bust operation they pulled off?
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