DAVAO CITY (August 1) – The Commission on Elections (Comelec) announced that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is set to sign into law the bill postponing the 2025 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) on August 12 at 2 p.m., signaling another delay in the youth’s electoral participation. Comelec Chairperson George Garcia confirmed in an interview that Malacañang … [Read more...] about Comelec confirms: BSKE postponement law to be signed on August 12
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Mindanao real estate surges amid infrastructure boom – Magno
DAVAO CITY – Mindanao’s real estate sector is experiencing robust growth, driven by major infrastructure projects, urban expansion, and rising investor confidence, according to Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) Secretary Leo Tereso A. Magno. Speaking at the Filipinos in Institutional Real Estate (FIIRE) Davao Symposium, Magno emphasized the region’s accelerating … [Read more...] about Mindanao real estate surges amid infrastructure boom – Magno
Heroism in the face of tragedy: Nurse Jasper Alcala sacrifices life to save patient
DAVAO CITY — In an act of unyielding courage and selflessness, Nurse Jasper Alcala, who had dedicated his life to serving the community at Pagadian City Medical Center, tragically lost his life on Sunday. He was on board an ambulance en route to Cagayan de Oro when disaster struck—a devastating accident on a treacherous downhill stretch in the town of Sultan Naga … [Read more...] about Heroism in the face of tragedy: Nurse Jasper Alcala sacrifices life to save patient
Zamboanga Sibugay police dispose of confiscated firecrackers
DAVAO CITY—The Zamboanga Sibugay Police, on January 7, destroyed approximately ₱19,415 worth of confiscated firecrackers and pyrotechnic devices. The destruction activity was done in coordination with the local government unit (LGU) of Ipil; the items were burned at a landfill in Barangay Lumbia, Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay. The operation, led by the Explosive Ordnance … [Read more...] about Zamboanga Sibugay police dispose of confiscated firecrackers
87 Baby turtles released in Dilopog City
DILOPOG CITY – A total of 87 baby sea turtles (hatchlings) were successfully released into the ocean on January 5, marking another step forward in the city's ongoing efforts to protect marine wildlife and preserve its rich biodiversity. The initiative, led by the City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO), took place at the Surf, Splash, and Sea Turtle Beaches, a … [Read more...] about 87 Baby turtles released in Dilopog City
