DAVAO CITY — After almost a decade, justice is served to the victims and families of the Maguindanao Massacre. The court convicted principal suspects mostly belonging to the then influential Ampatuan clan, guilty beyond reasonable doubt. The court sentenced Datu Andal Ampatuan Jr, former Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) governor Datu Zaldy “Puti” U. […]
Congress approves Salary Standardization Law, Davao Solon pushed and defended the Bill
DAVAO CITY— The House of Representatives on Wednesday, approved House Bill 5712 or the proposed 5th Salary Standardization Law, that will pave the way for the salary increase for government workers. 187 lawmakers voted for the approval, five opposed but no one abstained. Under HB 5712 the salaries of government workers will be increased effective […]
Duterte to AFP: Stand for peace and development
DAVAO CITY— President Rodrigo has again called on every member of the Armed Forces of the Philippines to remain committed to their duty and work for lasting peace and sustainable development of the country. In his message during the 84th Founding Day of the Armed Forces of the Philippines at Aguinaldo on Tuesday December 17, […]
DSWD quickly assists Padada quake victims
DAVAO CITY — The Department of Social Welfare and Development XI has quickly provided relief and food assistance to the victims of the December 15 earthquake in Davao del Sur. Despite the immediate assistance, still, many residence plea for help as dozens has yet to register at the evacuation centers where government agencies distribute the […]
BARMM holds 1st food security summit
Cotabato City —The Bangsomoro Government’s Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR) spearheaded the conduct of the first ‘Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) Food Security Summit’ on December 10 to 12, 2019 in Cotabato City. The summit, in partnership with the Department of Agriculture (DA) – Halal Food Industry Development Program, carries […]
30th SEA Games, a legacy
“The 30th Southeast Asian Games is a legacy to live by,” says Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) chairman William “Butch” Ramirez after the Philippines virtually claimed the overall title of the biennial games going into the last two days of the competition. On Wednesday, December 11, the host country was officially crowned champion again after 14 years. […]
Quake demolish Padada town marker-the Tower
DAVAO CITY —Aside from damaged buildings, houses and still undetermined number of casualties, Padada town in Davao del Sur lost its marker-an old water tank they call a tower. A worker who was among those who work for the rehabilitation of the damaged tank was reportedly killed when the tank collapsed last Sunday, December 15, […]
DavOr Infra augmentation gears up with new fleet of heavy equipments
DAVAO ORIENTAL – Putting premium on building the necessary public infrastructure and ensuring to enhance accessibility through the creation of roads especially in far-flung barangays, Governor Nelson Dayanghirang recently led the blessing of the province’s newly acquired fleet of heavy equipment. The twenty units of brand-new heavy equipment blessed on Thursday, December 12 at the Provincial […]
Toymaker produces Duterte dolls
Toymaker produces Duterte dollsIf one wants a souvenir of President Rodrigo Duterte, then a doll must be the answer. This, after toymaker Dennis Mendoza presented to Duterte his creation which fascinates the President. In his creation, Mendiola depicted Duterte dolls showing Duterte riding a motorbike, Duterte with his Senator Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go among others.
Pope Francis to lead the historic Filipino Aguinaldo Mass in Rome
DAVAO CITY — The Filipino community in Rome will celebrate the Aguinaldo Mass or Simbang Gabi with an unusual celebrant– Pope Francis. The FIipino Community eagerly awaits the start of the nine-day dawn mass or Simbang Gabi, as no less than the Pope will lead the celebration in the Vatican City – a first in […]
Matina Pangi Bridge closed due to cracks, expect traffic congestion
DAVAO CITY (UPDATED) —- Traffic is heavy from Maa to Bangkal area this city, as the city government ordered the closure of Matina Pangi or Carlos Garcia highway late afternoon today due to cracks found on its structure. But as of 7:45 pm, the city government re-opened the bridge only for light vehicles only, after […]
6.9M earthquake hits Southern Mindanao
DAVAO CITY — A 6.9 earthquake of tectonic origin hit various areas of Mindanao at around 2:11 in the afternoon, December 15. The Phivolcs said the epicenterwas located at 06.64°N, 125.30°E – 006 km N 86° W of Padada (Davao Del Sur) According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS) the Magnitude 6.9 earthquake affected countries: Indonesia, […]
PCSO shares with the kids
The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office showed its soft spot as they shared blessings to the street kids in different parts of the country. Royina M. Garma, the PCSO General Manager said, “Gift-giving to the street kids and the segments of our society who need to feel the spirit of Christ is one of our activities […]