DAVAO CITY ---The death toll from the powerful earthquake that struck the Myanmar–Thailand border has climbed to at least 1,700, with thousands more injured or missing. The magnitude 7.1 quake hit late Saturday night, toppling buildings, damaging infrastructure, and triggering landslides across both countries. Continuous aftershocks—some as strong as magnitude 5.0—have fueled … [Read more...] about 1,700 dead as aftershocks rattle region; rescuers continue search for survivors
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Zero incidents reported during Duterte solidarity rally-Marantan
DAVAO CITY—The Davao City Police Office (DCPO) reported zero incidents during the solidarity rally on March 28, 2025. Thousands of people gathered to celebrate former President Rodrigo Duterte’s 80th birthday. The city police expressed their gratitude in a statement, saying, “On behalf of the Davao City Police Office (DCPO), I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the … [Read more...] about Zero incidents reported during Duterte solidarity rally-Marantan
Dead dugong found beached in Surigao Sur town
BUTUAN CITY – A deceased dugong (sea cow) was discovered washed ashore near the seawall in Marihatag, Surigao del Sur, prompting an investigation by local environmental authorities, officials confirmed Thursday. Residents reported the marine mammal’s carcass to the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO) and the local agriculture office on … [Read more...] about Dead dugong found beached in Surigao Sur town
Four foreign hikers rescued in Negros Oriental after 3 days
DAVAO CITY ---The four remaining foreign hikers who went missing earlier this week in the Mt. Talinis mountain range were successfully rescued on Saturday morning, March 23, in the mountainous village of Silab, Amlan, Negros Oriental. The rescued individuals were identified as Wolfgang Schlenker, 67, and Aldwin Fink, 60, both German nationals; Anton Chernov, 38, a Russian; … [Read more...] about Four foreign hikers rescued in Negros Oriental after 3 days
Koronadal City transforms trash into landmark environmental art
DAVAO CITY – Turning waste into wonder, the city government of Koronadal has unveiled its newest eco-tourism attraction—a striking work of art made entirely from discarded plastics, bottles, and other recycled materials. The centerpiece, called “Bangkang Dahon”, is a sustainable art installation led by the City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) under … [Read more...] about Koronadal City transforms trash into landmark environmental art
