DAVAO CITY – Tourism stakeholders highlighted the need for stronger regional cooperation, consumer-focused innovations, and long-term destination promotion during the launching of the 33rd Travel Tour Expo 2026 VisMin Edition and the 11th International Travel Trade Expo in Davao City on Thursday,...
DAVAO CITY – A Davao City councilor is pushing for an ordinance that would expand the city 's animal welfare policy from dogs to more animals. "The significant change in the amendment is the expansion of coverage," Councilor Ralph Abella said. "From the previous law focusing on dogs, the new...
DAVAO CITY – This city recorded two million tourist arrivals in 2025 and a 17.38 percent increase in arrivals in March compared to the same month last year. City Tourism Operations Office officer-in-charge Willenito P. Tormis Jr. said the sustained growth reflects increased traveler interest and...
DAVAO CITY – A Davao City councilor is pushing a proposal to expand financial support for cooperatives here by creating barangay-level cooperative committees and increasing loanable amounts under existing city programs. Councilor Al Ryan Alejandre, chairman of the Committee on Cooperative...
DAVAO CITY – A Davao City councilor raised concerns over reported safety incidents involving kite strings on the Davao City Coastal Road and warned that recent cases pose a serious risk to motorists and commuters. Councilor Jessica Bonguyan, chairperson of the Committee on Public Works and...
Davao City first district Rep. Paolo Duterte alleged that staff linked to a lawmaker was pressuring House members to support an impeachment move against his sister, Vice President Sara Duterte. In a Facebook post on Wednesday, April 29, Rep. Duterte claimed that Charise was contacting the chiefs of...
Davao City is the Philippines’ top travel destination for the second straight year, travel and destination guide World Travel Index said in its April 2026 report. The city posted an improved score of 75.66 from strong performance in infrastructure, affordability, tourism experience, and overall...
DAVAO CITY – Davao City Rep. Paolo Duterte claimed on Tuesday, April 28, that he is under surveillance like a VIP (Very Important Person) here. “VIP na pala ako? Lahat na lang yata ng mga operatives ay sinusundan ako sa Davao. I feel safe, may security backup na ako,” Duterte said in a...
DAVAO CITY – The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) in Davao region is preparing for the possible adverse impacts of the El Niño phenomenon. The region is under El Niño alert and OCD-Davao chief Ednar Dayanghirang said they have now shifted from monitoring to initiating early response measures to...
DAVAO CITY – National University officially launched its first Mindanao campus on Saturday, April 25, during the PANUNDAYAW: NU Davao Grand Launch at SM City Davao, with national and local officials highlighting expanded access to quality education and opportunities for students in the Davao...
DAVAO CITY – Davao City Vice Mayor Rodrigo S. Duterte II paid tribute to court stenographers on Thursday afternoon, April 23, highlighting their often unseen but critical role in safeguarding the integrity of the justice system. Duterte welcomed delegates of the 10th National Convention, General...
DAVAO CITY – The Buwan ng Kalutong Pilipino (Filipino Food Month) officially kicked off on Friday, April 24, at Ayala Malls Abreeza in Davao City. The event highlights Filipino culinary heritage and rediscovers traditional ingredients in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. This year...
