Category: Non-Bike Talk
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Can we please ban street parking?
Concerns over street parking obstructing emergency vehicles prompted discussions about potential bans. Local governments must prioritize public safety and pedestrian… READ MORE
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Walkability & Heritage Appreciation Go Hand-in-Hand
True heritage preservation means designing historic cities for people, not cars. Great walk through Malolos with Renacimiento Manila, but a… READ MORE
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“Mamma mia!” The greater tragedy behind the storefront crash at Matteo Guidicelli’s restaurant
Minimizing negligence through kindness reframes accountability, normalizes dangerous driving, and shifts blame onto victims, revealing how car-centric narratives excuse harm… READ MORE
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Valenzuela Opens Polo Riverwalk to Public
Valenzuela’s new Polo Riverwalk enhances urban livability, promoting community engagement and active transportation, showcasing a commitment to accessible, green spaces… READ MORE
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Why is Public Transport in Metro Manila Disconnected?
Navigating Metro Manila’s public transport revealed significant gaps, creating challenges for commuters. We deserve a more integrated and humane system… READ MORE
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Taipei, Taiwan Gets Mobility Just Right
During a trip to Taipei, TTC discovered the city’s effective mobility scene, featuring walking-friendly streets, diverse transport options, and resting… READ MORE
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People, Not Cars, Fill the Streets on Trillion Peso March
Yesterday marked the 53rd anniversary of the declaration of Martial Law in the Philippines. Entitled the “Trillion Peso March,” the… READ MORE
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Reflections from the First Philippine Mobility Summit
The Philippine Mobility Summit addresses Metro Manila’s mobility challenges through a co-design framework. This framework encourages multi-sectoral stakeholders, including government,… READ MORE
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Gil Puyat Avenue Badly Needs an Overhaul
A few weekends ago, I joined members of the Move as One Coalition and MISMO for a partial accessibility walk… READ MORE
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Frustrated with NCAP? Try Micromobility
If you’re reading this, you’re probably annoyed at the No-Contact Apprehension Policy (NCAP) that MMDA reinstated late last May. To… READ MORE
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Re-Becoming in the Light
Disclaimer: Most of the photos on this posting were taken between 2023 and 2025 as I no longer have access… READ MORE
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