DAVAO CITY (June 25) -- Mayor Sebastian Duterte has ordered the removal of all billboards and signage bearing the names, initials, or images of government officials through Executive Order No. 9, Series of 2025, citing the widespread “misuse and abuse” of public properties for personal promotion. The EO highlights how such practices divert credit away from taxpayers who fund … [Read more...] about Billboards with officials’ names, images to be removed under new Executive Order
Environment
Ferry sinks off Basilan coast; All passengers rescued
DAVAO CITY (June 9) — A wooden ferry loaded with groceries sank off the coast of Barangay Baluno, Isabela City, on Friday afternoon, scattering supplies across the shoreline of Block 4. According to the Isabela City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO), responders were dispatched following reports of a maritime incident involving a sunken vessel. By the … [Read more...] about Ferry sinks off Basilan coast; All passengers rescued
10 Mpox cases detected in Davao Region in two months
DOH Urges Public to Avoid Close Physical Contact Amid Rising Infections DAVAO CITY (May 31) — Health authorities have confirmed a total of 10 Mpox (monkeypox) cases in the Davao Region in the past two months, raising concerns in a region with over 5.2 million residents across five provinces, six cities, 43 municipalities, and 1,162 barangays. According to Department of … [Read more...] about 10 Mpox cases detected in Davao Region in two months
Mt. Apo takes a break: annual closure supports wildlife, trail recovery
DAVAO CITY (May 30) — The country’s highest peak, Mount Apo, will be temporarily closed to trekkers from June to August 2025 to allow the mountain and its delicate ecosystem to rest, recover, and renew. This annual conservation closure, now a regular practice among Mt. Apo’s managing authorities, has become a critical component of preserving the mountain’s rich biodiversity. … [Read more...] about Mt. Apo takes a break: annual closure supports wildlife, trail recovery
Davao del Sur enforces mandatory face masks amid rising Mpox concerns
DAVAO CITY (May 29 ) -- With the re-emergence of Mpox (Monkeypox) cases in parts of the country and globally, the provincial government of Davao del Sur has taken a firm stance to protect its people. Governor Yvonne R. Cagas has issued Executive Order No. 20, Series of 2025, mandating the wearing of face masks in all public places across the province. The measure is part of … [Read more...] about Davao del Sur enforces mandatory face masks amid rising Mpox concerns
