DAVAO CITY (July 3) — As newly elected local government officials across the Philippines begin their terms, civil society organizations are calling on them to prioritize environmental governance and uphold the people’s right to a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment. “We urge our elected public servants in all LGUs to use their powers and resources to provide … [Read more...] about New LGU officials urged: Uphold the right to a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment
Filipino community hails Philippine Embassy in Israel for swift, compassionate response amid Iran-Israel conflict
DAVAO CITY (June 29)-The Philippine Embassy in Israel has received overwhelming praise from Filipino community leaders and organizations for its swift and compassionate action during the recent Iran-Israel conflict. Among those who commended the embassy was Winston Santos, head of the organization HAMERCAZ LE FILIPINIM. In a statement issued on June 27, Santos described the … [Read more...] about Filipino community hails Philippine Embassy in Israel for swift, compassionate response amid Iran-Israel conflict
‘Sa Likod ng Tsapa’ hits Philippine Cinemas August 13 — A gripping look behind the badge
QUEZON CITY, Philippines (June 22) — After passing the evaluation of the Cinema Evaluators Association of the Philippines (CEAP), the much-anticipated docu-drama Sa Likod ng Tsapa (Behind the Badge) is set for a nationwide theatrical release starting August 13, 2025, distributed by Solar Entertainment. Produced by POP Moviehouse and written and directed by Editha Z. Caduaya, … [Read more...] about ‘Sa Likod ng Tsapa’ hits Philippine Cinemas August 13 — A gripping look behind the badge
Habagat brings scattered rains and thunderstorms to Mindanao
DAVAO CITY (June 11) -The southwest monsoon, locally known as “habagat,” continues to drench parts of the Philippines – including Mindanao – with periods of rain and thunderstorms. According to the state weather bureau PAGASA, Mindanao will experience cloudy skies with rain showers as the habagat persists. Residents in eastern and southeastern Mindanao should be alert: some … [Read more...] about Habagat brings scattered rains and thunderstorms to Mindanao
Chief Justice Gesmundo calls for safer online space for Filipino children
DAVAO CITY (June 5)--- Chief Justice Alexander G. Gesmundo has reiterated the Supreme Court’s (SC) firm commitment to protect children from online sexual abuse and exploitation (OSAEC), citing key judicial reforms and strategic partnerships that strengthen the country’s legal framework for child protection. Speaking at the SaferKidsPH Culminating Event held on June 3, 2025, … [Read more...] about Chief Justice Gesmundo calls for safer online space for Filipino children
