DAVAO CITY ---The country's highest mountain peak will remain closed until April 20 due to the El Niño phenomenon as decided by the Protected Area Management Board (PAMB) of Mount Apo Natural Park (MANP). In a notice, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources Davao Region stated that the decision was arrived "After careful evaluation, has decided to extend the … [Read more...] about Mount Apo closed until April 30
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Carpio: Duterte exceeded authority in ‘gentleman’s agreement’
MANILA – Retired Supreme Court Associate Justice Antonio Carpio on Thursday said former President Rodrigo Duterte acted beyond his authority and surrendered the country's rights if he did indeed enter into a “gentleman's agreement’ with China not to maintain BRP Sierra Madre, the Philippine Marine outpost in Ayungin Shoal. "Duterte knew that without repairs the BRP … [Read more...] about Carpio: Duterte exceeded authority in ‘gentleman’s agreement’
Philippines will not surrender sovereign rights over WPS to China-Marcos
DAVAO CITY --- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. stood firm that the Philippine government will not surrender the country’s sovereign rights over the West Philippine Sea (WPS) and will not be deterred by China’s threats amid its recent intimidation, saying he will implement “a response and countermeasure package” against them. In a statement, President Marcos said he has met … [Read more...] about Philippines will not surrender sovereign rights over WPS to China-Marcos
Families of the victims in Antipas road mishap lit candles on site
DAVAO CITY --- Grieving families of the 18 van passengers who were burned to death in the Holy Monday road mishap in Barangay Luhong, Antipas town Cotabato province lit candles, flowers and offered prayers at the site on Tuesday afternoon. The families were joined by Antipas mayor Cris Cadungon and other town … [Read more...] about Families of the victims in Antipas road mishap lit candles on site
Country’s rice, corn production increased despite El Niño
DAVAO CITY --- President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., on Tuesday said the country’s rice, corn harvest increased significantly despite the ongoing El Niño phenomenon. “Our rice harvest increased significantly despite the challenges of El Niño! We’ve seen a 1.1% increase in rice yield, while corn production surged by 5.9%,” the President announced in his social media … [Read more...] about Country’s rice, corn production increased despite El Niño
