ZAMBOANGA CITY — Four workers died while three others were critically wounded after the reportedly speeding truck rammed against another vehicle along the national highway of MCLL Highway Sitio Tigbao,Barangay Licomo at around 5:00 in the morning on October 10. The fatalities were identified as Rosiller Tomotong, 30, from Tungawan Zamboanga Sibugay; Ariel Lipay Manos, […]
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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 […]
North Cotabato village chief dies from electrocution
COTABATO – A village chief succumbed to electrocution last Saturday, October 7, despite efforts to rush him to the hospital. The victim was identified as Leonito Cabada, 53, the village chief of Barangay Bitoka in Midsayap, North Cotabato. Three others, all associates of Cabada, were also electrocuted and are currently recuperating in a local medical […]
Foreign military attachés explore Dapitan City for future tourism despite travel advisories
ZAMBOANGA DEL NORTE – Dapitan City Mayor Seth Frederick Jalosjos expressed optimism about the prospects of boosting tourism in Dapitan City following a recent visit by a group of foreign armed forces attachés. This visit comes as Dapitan City and the province of Zamboanga del Norte found their way onto the list of destinations for […]
PNP: 249 of 357 “areas of grave concern” in the upcoming BSKE from BARMM
DAVAO CITY — The Philippine National Police on Monday revealed that 249 of the 357 barangays considered by the Commission on Elections as areas of grave concern during the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are from communities under the Bangsamoro Autonomous Regional in Muslim Mindanao or BARMM. In a press briefing in Camp Crame, PNP […]
Zamboanga City resumes ‘Wow Sardinas’ tradition following 3-Year pandemic hiatus
ZAMBOANGA CITY – In a heartwarming revival of a beloved tradition, thousands of eager participants gathered along the picturesque kilometer-long expanse of R.T. Lim Boulevard on Sunday, October 8, to partake in sardines, crackers, and water. Mayor John Dalipe, District II Congressman and Majority Leader Mannix Dalipe, along with other prominent city, military, and police […]
Public school teachers want justice over colleague’s death in Maguindanao Sur
DAVAO CITY — Public school teachers of Kauran Elementary School cried justice over the death of teacher Charles Candolo Fuentes who was gunned down by three unidentified suspects while on his way home on Saturday night in barangay Kauran in the town of Ampatuan, Maguindanao del Sur. “We Cry for Justice” says the post in […]
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 […]
Marcos Jr. orders DMW to account Filipinos in Israel
DAVAO CITY — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Sunday instructed government authorities to closely coordinate with the Philippine Embassy in Tel Aviv and the Migrant Workers Office (MWO) in Israel to ensure the safety and welfare of Filipinos affected in the ongoing conflict. Marcos Jr, also instructed the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and the […]
CDO transport master plan under review
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – The city’s much-anticipated transport master plan is expected to be revealed during an upcoming joint committee meeting at the City Council next week, as confirmed by an administration councilor on Tuesday. Councilor Romeo Calizo made this announcement during the program ‘Ang Inyong Konseho Karon,’ hosted by the City Information Office. […]
Adolescent health awareness initiative to address teen pregnancy in Cotabato
KIDAPAWAN CITY – As the mother of the province of Cotabato, Governor Emmylou “Lala” J. Taliño-Mendoza actively promotes programs that safeguard the future of the youth by providing appropriate information about the risks associated with decisions related to teenage pregnancy and more. In connection with this advocacy, the provincial government, through the Integrated Provincial Health […]
President Marcos orders gov’t to use excess RCEF collections to aid rice farmers
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has directed the Department of Agriculture (DA) to employ the surplus collections from the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) to support rice farmers, aiming to enhance rice production and supply within the Philippines. During a recent meeting with DA officials, President Marcos emphasized that the RCEF’s surplus collection, […]