DAVAO CITY — The Philippine Airlines, the country’s flag carrier hailed the national government for the lifting of vaccination certificate as requirement for international arrivals. In a statement released on Tuesday,Cielo Villaluna, spokesperson for PAL said the company welcomes the development as it “Eases travel to the Philippines and helps boost inbound tourist traffic. We […]
Hundreds fete at Kapalong’s 4th Hab-hab Festival
DAVAO CITY — Hundreds came to witness the kick-off ceremony of the 4th Hab-hab festival in Kapalong town, Davao del Norte on Monday, showcasing the heritage culinary with an array of colorful, delicious food and delicacies produced and sold in town and its neighboring locality. The Hab-hab Festival is a platform for local food merchants […]
EU President to visit Philippines on July 30
DAVAO CITY — The Philippines is set to welcome the visit of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on July 30. Her visit marks the first official visit of a top official from the commission after six decades. The Palace announced the three-day ends of August 1. Malacañang said President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is […]
Marcos vows to protect OFW’s welfare in Malaysia
DAVAO CITY — On his first day for his State Visit in Malaysia, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. addressed the Overseas FIlipino Wortkers in Kuala Lumpur and assured them that he will look aftertheir welfare by stengthening ties with the host country. Meeting the OFW’s was his first official stop. Addressing the FIlipino community the […]
Brand new missile boat deployed to Mindanao
DAVAO CITY –— One of the two brand new newly commissioned fast attack interdiction platforms (FAICs) is deployed to Mindanao to boost its naval presence in Mindanao waters. While the other in Visayas. In a statement Thursday, FP spokesperson Lt. Giovanni Badidles said the send-off rites for the BRP Gener Tinangag (PG-903) and BRP Domingo […]
International cruise ship visits Bucas Grande in Surigao Norte
DAVAO CITY — Surigao del Norte takes pride when a renowned international passenger cruise ship, the Heritage Adventurer, visited the beautiful Sohoton Cove in the town of Sohoton, Bucas Grande, Socorro, Surigao del Norte during the weekend. The vessel was loaded with 61 passengers and 10 crew visited the beautiful island and enjoyed their stay. […]
Rape Cases Prevention Campaign Signed
DAVAO CITY — In an effort to curve if not to totally stop the cases of rape and other forms of sexual exploitation, the Police Regional Office and otehr allied agencies signed a memorandum of agreement on Monday June 26. The MOA was signed by and between PRO 11 Director, PBGen Alden B. Delvo, Regional […]
DOH promotes biking as alternative transport
DAVAO CITY — newly appointed Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa on Saturday promoted biking as alternate transport citing its health benefit. The new health chief on Saturday joined Taguig City Mayor Lani Cayetano, to celebrate the World Bicycle Day which aims to promote the use of bicycle as a sustainable, affordable, and alternative means of transportation. […]
Marcos appoints former Sultan Kudarat Governor as TESDA chief
DAVAO CITY — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. named former Sultan Kudarat Governor Suharto Mangudadatu as chief of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), the Presidential Communications Office announced on Tuesday. Mangudadatu will assume the post vacated by Danilo Cruz as director general of the agency. Mangudadatu first served as local chief executive of […]
Immigration to travelers: Be honest
DAVAO CITY — “Be honest” this is the advise of Bureau of Immigration (BI) commissioner Normal Tansingco to travelers to avoid complications at the airport. Tansingco in a statement Monday said travelers must be honest with their identities and avoid lies as these are red flags or doubtful signs that may affect their international trips. […]
World Rowing champ is from Zamboanga
DAVAO CITY —- The people of Zamboanga City feted as the 2023 World Rowing Champion Kristine Paraon hails from the Latin City of Asia. On Monday, Mayor John Dalipe led a simple to honor Paraon, a Zamboangueña, for her achievements in recent international competitions bringing honor and fame not only to Zamboanga City but the […]
Kids vaccine rollout kicks off in Cotabato province
DAVAO CITY — The provincial government of Cotabato kicked off today its kids vaccination program in response fo the Department of Health’s program dubbed as “Chikiting Ligtas Healthy Pilipinas”. Parents brought their babies to the different barangay health centers to get a jab against polio, rubella and measles. The government is making sure that kids […]
Marcos Jr. arrives in Washington for 5-day state visit
DAVAO CITY –— Philippine President Ferdinand R. marcos Jr. has arrived in Washing D.C. for a five-day state visit. Marcos together with his delegation are expected to meet President Joe Biden and the business sector of the US. On his Instagram post, the Presidente stated “Today, we just arrived in Washington D.C. for he five-day […]