Mati City, Davao Oriental — In a distressing discovery, a lifeless bottlenose dolphin was found washed ashore along the coastline of Barangay Lawigan. The city’s veterinary team promptly responded to the scene to assess the situation and gather crucial information about the incident. Measuring approximately 2.25 meters in length and weighing around 120 kilograms, the […]
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Hundreds of Tagum City residents benefit from government’s service caravan
TAGUM CITY – A multitude of residents from Magugpo North, Tagum City, were the fortunate recipients of various essential services through the recently conducted “Caring for Others: Service Caravan” initiative by the local government. The event took place at Suaybaguio-Riña Elementary School and aimed to provide vital services to the community. The beneficiaries were able […]
Philippines summons China Ambassador over water cannon incident in Ayungin Shaol, other countries criticize China
DAVAO CITY — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. today send a note verbale to Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Huang Xilian following the Saturday incident when Chinese Coast Guard fired water cannon against Philippine Coast Guard vessels in Ayungin Shaol without any provocation. The President said Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique A. Manalo went to see Ambassador […]
Go to China ” “Stop bullying Us”
DAVAO CITY – “Stop bullying us” Senator Bong Go tells China, the long time ally of former President Rodrigo Duterte issued the statement after the Coast Guard of Beijing, China, bombarded the Philippine Coast Guard ship with water cannon on Saturday morning. Go condemned the unreasonable act of China “Kinukondena po natin ito… Stop bullying […]
Simbahan sa Katoliko abri alang tanan apil na ang LGBTQ
DAKBAYAN SA DAVAO — Abri alang sa tanan ang simbahan sa Romano Katoliko, apil niini ang mga miemrbo sa LGBTQ, kini sumala ni Santo Papa Francis niatong Domingo. Nagabiahe ang Santo Papa gikan sa iyang pagsalmot sa Worrld Youth Day sa Portugal paingon Roma sa dihang iya kining giluatan sa mga reporters. Nangutana ang usa […]
Public schools to open classes August 29
MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Education (DepEd) has shared that the next school year (2023-2024) will begin on August 29, according to a recent announcement. Private schools have some flexibility and can start their classes anytime between the first Monday of June and the end of August. This decision comes after lots of heavy […]
Customs uncovers 4 luxury vehicles inside abandoned container in Davao port
DAVAO CITY — On July 28, 2023, the Bureau of Customs (BOC), Port of Davao, made a significant discovery as personnel uncovered four used luxury motor vehicles concealed within two abandoned containers, originally purported to contain brand-new cars. Upon cross-referencing the database, customs officers identified that the consignee lacked accreditation from the Accounts Management Office. […]
Pregnant NPA fighter surrenders in Marawi City
PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur – A pregnant New People’s Army (NPA) combatant has surrendered to military authorities in Marawi City. In a statement Friday, the Army’s 103rd Infantry Brigade (103rd IBde) identified the surrenderer only as “Janella,” a squad medic of a unit under the NPA’s North Central Mindanao Regional Committee, who is eight […]
Teves not considered fugitive despite ‘terrorist’ tag – DOJ
MANILA – Suspended Negros Oriental (3rd District) Rep. Arnolfo Teves Jr. could not be labeled as a fugitive even if he has been designated as a terrorist by the Anti-Terrorism Council (ATC), the Department of Justice (DOJ) said last Tuesday. In a Palace briefing, DOJ spokesperson Assistant Secretary Mico Clavino said Teves can only be […]
P76-million Doña Vicenta Park unveiled in Davao City
DAVAO CITY – The newly developed 1.2-hectare Doña Vicenta Park, a project amounting to PHP 76 million, has been officially opened to the public. This expansive park boasts a variety of amenities designed to cater to the recreational needs of the community. Notable features include a 200-meter skywalk, an amphitheater, a tropical garden, a koi pond, […]
Former combatants turned farmers now thrive
DAVAO CITY — The Bangsamoro Government, operating under the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR), distributed comprehensive livelihood packages containing agricultural inputs and equipment to cooperatives formed by former combatants who have transitioned into farming. The distribution took place on July 28 and July 31, 2023. The initiative aims to enhance farming operations, […]
Farmers in Mati City trained by DTI and 66th infantry battalion to produce roasted peanuts
MATI CITY, DAVAO ORIENTAL – The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) together with the soldiers of the 66th Infantry Battalion of the Philippine Army provided training to the members of the Sanghay United Farmers Association (SUFA) in producing roasted peanuts as an additional livelihood opportunity. The training demonstration on roasted peanut production took place […]
Service disruptions on August 7 and 12 in the southern part of Davao City
Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. will conduct switching power interruptions on August 7 and 12, Monday and Saturday, affecting customers in the southern part of Davao City. These power interruptions are necessary to conduct maintenance works at Toril Substation. The first power interruption will be for 2 hours from 12:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. […]