DAVAO CITY (May 12)—The people of Davao City have spoken based on the partial official Comelec results, and their loyalty to the Duterte family remains firmly established. With the official canvassing nearly complete, former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte secured a landslide victory in his bid for mayor, alongside his running mate and son, incumbent Mayor Sebastian “Baste” … [Read more...] about Former President Duterte, family, and allies dominate midterm elections in Davao City
Content with Purpose: Lessons from Krakow
Kraków, Poland (May 7) -- Attending the 76th World News Media Congress in Krakow, Poland, was more than a professional milestone—it was a moment of awakening for our newsroom. Engaging directly with thought leaders like David Caswell, an innovator in structured journalism and AI, and Barry Adams, a widely respected SEO strategist, gave us not only inspiration but also clarity … [Read more...] about Content with Purpose: Lessons from Krakow
Healing after the quake: Doctors without Borders aids survivors in Myanmar
DAVAO CITY (May 6) -- As of April 8, 2025, official data shows that more than 3,600 people have died, over 5,000 have been injured, and 15 million have been severely affected by the earthquake—creating what many describe as a crisis within a crisis. “They found my son in my sister’s arms. She didn’t make it. I also lost my husband,” shared a patient at the Tada-U mobile … [Read more...] about Healing after the quake: Doctors without Borders aids survivors in Myanmar
AI is changing the newsroom—but ethics still matter
KRAKOW, POLAND (May 5)——Artificial Intelligence is reshaping how news is gathered, written, and shared and it's happening fast. As more newsrooms turn to AI tools to stay competitive, developers are stepping in with new business models designed to help media organizations become faster, smarter, and more relevant to their audiences. At the center of this transformation is … [Read more...] about AI is changing the newsroom—but ethics still matter
2 cops who moonlight as escorts for Rep. Paolo Duterte face summary dismissal over bar brawl
DAVAO CITY (May 5) — Two police officers who moonlight as personal escorts for Davao City First District Representative Paolo Duterte are now facing summary dismissal after allegedly failing to intervene in or report a bar brawl involving the lawmaker last February 23. Davao City Police Director Colonel Hansel Marantan said the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group … [Read more...] about 2 cops who moonlight as escorts for Rep. Paolo Duterte face summary dismissal over bar brawl
