DAVAO CITY – The Davao City Council commended the Southern Philippines Medical Center here led by Dr. Ricardo B. Audan, on Tuesday, May 5, for receiving multiple national and international awards. Audan said the awards represent more than institutional recognition. “They honor the dedication of...
DAVAO CITY – The local government of Mawab, Davao de Oro launched free laboratory and diagnostic examinations at the municipal super health center on May 5. Mayor Myrill Apit said the initiative is part of their efforts to strengthen healthcare services for constituents. Apit said residents will...
Combined maritime forces from the Philippine Navy (PN) and Philippine National Police (PNP) intercepted a motor banca carrying P52 million worth of undocumented cigarettes during a patrol operation off the coast of Governor Generoso, Davao Oriental, the PN reported on Sunday, May 3. The joint...
Davao City Rep. Paolo Duterte alleged on Friday that the Statements of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALN) of congressmen will be scrutinized if they do not support the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte. In a statement on his Facebook page on Friday, May 1, Duterte suggested that...
DAVAO CITY – The Department of Labor and Employment in the Davao region (DOLE-11) offered 5,724 job openings during the 124th Labor Day job fair on Friday in six venues across the region, opening a dedicated green lane for priority applicants, including senior citizens, senior high school...
Davao City has taken the top spot in the April 2026 World Travel Index report. It is its second year in a row placing first. Joining Davao in the list are Puerto Princesa at second place and Makati City placing third. Factors for the ranking include affordability, enjoyment, safety, and overall...
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...
