DAVAO CITY (May 23)—A high-profile political standoff is unfolding in the southern Philippine province of Basilan after Vice Governor-elect Jim Salliman-Hataman, a three-term former governor, vowed to resign following the election of his brother, Mujiv Hataman, as governor. Salliman pledged during the 2025 midterm campaign season, declaring that he would not serve as vice … [Read more...] about Philippine vice governor-elect faces pressure to stay after vow to reisgn if brother wins
DA, FDA strengthen vaccine regulation amid ASF resurgence in Cotabato
DAVAO CITY (May 23)—In a concerted effort to bolster animal health and safeguard national food security, the Department of Agriculture (DA) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have intensified their collaboration on vaccine regulation and availability. This initiative aims to combat transboundary diseases such as African Swine Fever (ASF) and Avian Influenza (AI), which … [Read more...] about DA, FDA strengthen vaccine regulation amid ASF resurgence in Cotabato
HIV cases surge in Davao Region: Communities unite in candlelight memorials to combat stigma
DAVAO CITY (May 23)— The Davao Region is witnessing a significant surge in HIV cases, prompting local communities to hold candlelight memorials to honor those lost to AIDS and to intensify awareness efforts. As of March 2025, the Davao Region has reported 8,350 HIV cases since 1984, the highest in Mindanao and accounting for 6% of the national total. In the first quarter of … [Read more...] about HIV cases surge in Davao Region: Communities unite in candlelight memorials to combat stigma
PH condemns China Coast Guard for water cannon Attack on BFAR ships near Pag-asa
DAVAO CITY (May 21)— The Philippines strongly condemned the China Coast Guard (CCG) on Tuesday for using water cannons and ramming a Filipino research vessel near Pag-asa Cay 2 (Sandy Cay) in the West Philippine Sea, damaging the ship and endangering civilian lives. The Department of Agriculture’s Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DA-BFAR) said its vessels BRP Datu … [Read more...] about PH condemns China Coast Guard for water cannon Attack on BFAR ships near Pag-asa
A dozen Cabinet Secretaries tender courtesy resignations amid Marcos’ ‘Bold Reset’
DAVAO CITY (May 22, 2025) — In a sweeping move following the administration's underwhelming performance in the recent midterm elections, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has called for a "bold reset" of his administration. He requested all Cabinet secretaries—approximately 30 top officials—to submit their courtesy resignations to "realign government with the people’s … [Read more...] about A dozen Cabinet Secretaries tender courtesy resignations amid Marcos’ ‘Bold Reset’
