ZAMBOANGA — Philippines’ representative Alfred Natividad, hailing from barangay Guiwan, secured the first runner-up position at the Mr. Universe 2023 competition held in Lucknow, India, on October 8. Natividad outshone 17 other contestants from around the globe. The 29-year-old Natividad also earned recognition for four additional special awards, including Best in National Costume, Best in […]
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Actress Kathryn Bernardo overjoyed at ‘mini-me,’ Baby Eunice
MANILA — Actress Kathryn Bernardo expressed her delight over her super cute mini-me, Baby Eunice. In the photos shared, the two were dressed in matching outfits while attending the ABS-CBN Ball and the Seoul International Drama Awards. “I surrender! I think she did it better!” she said in her Instagram post, referring to the twinning […]
Davao City hosts Ist Philippine Asia Durian Summit
DAVAO CITY — The city will host the first ever Philippine Asia Durian Summit scheduled on October 25-27, 2023 at the SMX Convention Center, SM Lanang Premier. The city government and the Department of Tourism are closely collaborating with agencies and stakeholders to hold the sucessful event. The summit will showcase the best practices, the […]
Davao-Hongkong flight takes off
DAVAO CITY –— The Davao-Hong Kong direct flight took off on Sunday, October 8, via Royal Air Philippines. Department of Tourism XI Regional Director Tanya Rabat-Tan said, “The air link signifies a significant milestone for Davao City, offering seamless access between these two dynamic destinations.” In a press statement, the City Tourism Office indicated that […]
Over 200 Vinta’s compete in Regatta de Zamboanga
DAVAO CITY –— Over 200 colorful vintas sailed along the coast of Zamboanga City on Sunday to compete in this year’s Regatta de Zamboanga as part of the 8th Hermosa Festival. A total of 235 vintas operated by fisherfolks joined the contest. The colorful vintas (boats) bring color to the shores which kicked off along […]
Jesuits names new head in PH
DAVAO CITY —The Society of Jesus in the Philippines has named Fr. Xavier Olin as its new head in the country, said a report published by the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP). The congregation also announced that Fr. Antonio Sosa, the Rome-based Jesuit Superior General, appointed the 49-year-old Olin as the 13th Provincial […]
Maxine Medina and Timmy Llana: A match made in matrimony!
MANILA – In a joyous celebration, Maxine Medina and Timmy Llana have officially become husband and wife! The news was shared by Ben Chan, the founder of Bench, and Jonas Gaffud, the head of Miss Universe Philippines, who took to Instagram to announce the couple’s nuptials. For their church ceremony, Maxine gracefully glided down the […]
International direct flights from Davao to resume soon
DAVAO CITY — The City Tourism office on Tuesday announced the resumption of Davao-Hong Kong-Davao direct flight starting Sunday, October 8 while the Davao-Xinjiang will start on October 29. Davao City Tourism Operations Office (CTOO) Officer-in-Charge Jennifer Romero in a report published by the City Government said, the flights will be scheduled twice a week […]
MBC to launch Operation Tulong nationwide on its 45th anniversary
DAVAO CITY — The Manila Broadcasting Company will highlight its 45th founding anniversary by holding a nationwide community service dubbed as Operation Tulong starting next month. For this year’s celebration, the company extended its corporate social responsibility initiative by expanding the services beyond Metro Manila to provide aid and facilitate meaningful changes within the communities […]
Grade 2 teacher receive live chickens ahead of teacher’s day
DAVAO CITY — Grade two learners in a remote classroom of Josue Alcasid Central High School in Barangay Baras, Tacurong City in Sultan Kudarat surprised their teacher with a chick and a chicken on Tuesday, October 3, a day before this year’s teacher day celebration. Teacher Anna Katrina Niro told Newsline, she was teary-eyed when […]
120th Araw ng Baganga celebration kicks Off with a bang
BAGANGA, DAVAO ORIENTAL – Hundreds of residents of this town fetes for the 120th Araw ng Baganga as the month-long celebration kicked off at the activity center today, October 2, with a grand opening led by Mayor Ronald “Pepot” Lara. The festivities began with a serenade in almost all villages with the Baganga Drum and […]
University of Southern Mindanao honors four outstanding alumni
COTABATO –– Four accomplished former students of the University of Southern Mindanao (USM) were recognized as Outstanding Alumni of 2023 for their remarkable contributions to their respective fields since graduating from USM in Kabacan. These four honorees have excelled in their chosen disciplines and made significant contributions to technology, science, and research at the national level. […]
Siargao sees tourism boom in hosting Int’l surfing competition
DAVAO CITY – The upcoming 27th Siargao International Surfing Cup is expected to boost the tourism industry and brings other economic benefit to the island as the country still recovers from the onslaught of the two-year pandemic. Ivonnie Dumadag, director of the Department of Tourism (DOT) Region 13 (Caraga) said in a report published by the […]