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Scaling the indoor wall, a community of climbers rises in Metro
Joaquin Villegas, a staff member and climber at Climb Central Manila, tackles an indoor climbing route. He credits the sport's combination of physical exercise, problem-solving and community for keeping him engaged. —PHOTO FROM JOAQUIN VILLEGAS
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October 31, 2026October 31, 2026Sports

Scaling the indoor wall, a community of climbers rises in Metro

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What begins as a test of strength and technique is becoming something more for a growing number of Metro Manila climbers: a chance to meet people, solve problems together, and find a community beyond the wall. Kevin Amparado, a 22-year-old DevOps engineer, had no intention of climbing that afternoon. It was around 4 p.m., and...

Under Naga’s ‘Carless Sunday’ program, Magsaysay Avenue becomes a playground
Sunday nights light up with fun along Magsaysay Avenue in Naga City. —PHOTO BY ANTONETTE ALZAGA
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November 24, 2025February 19, 2026Environment

Under Naga’s ‘Carless Sunday’ program, Magsaysay Avenue becomes a playground

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NAGA CITY— Magsaysay Avenue, normally a four-lane artery buzzing with traffic, transforms into a playground on Sunday nights.  Under this city’s “Magsaysay Carless Sundays” program, the avenue is filled, not with motor vehicles, but with strolling families, children busy drawing on the street, cruising skaters, and fitness buffs moving to the beat of Zumba music....