A 6.5-magnitude earthquake struck waters off Balut Island in Davao Occidental late Tuesday evening, July 14, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). In its Earthquake Information No. 1, Phivolcs said the quake occurred at 11:49 p.m. Its epicenter was located...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is investing around ₱190 million to develop two modern fish ports in Davao del Sur province aimed at reducing post-harvest losses, with both projects on track to open early next year. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said in a statement on Monday,...
DAVAO CITY – A Manila-based restaurant, one of the recipients of the 2026 Bib Gourmand recognition from Michelin Guide Philippines, has partnered with a Davao-based firm to launch a heritage-inspired dining experience that highlights Philippine cacao as a premium culinary ingredient. Cabel...
DAVAO CITY – A councilor here has defended the Davao City Bus Project from critics. Councilor Danilo Dayanghirang, chairperson of the Committee on Finance, Ways and Means, and Appropriations, said that the city government ensures that economic displacement is addressed through transition...
DAVAO CITY – A Davao City councilor called on Tuesday, July 7, respect for the constitutional process in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. Speaking at the Pulong-Pulong sa Dabawenyos at Sangguniang Panlungsod, Councilor Danilo Dayanghirang, chairperson of the Committee on...
DAVAO CITY – Davao Light and Power Co. Inc. said Monday, July 6, that they are preparing for a smooth transition in parts of Davao del Norte and the Island Garden City of Samal after the Energy Regulatory Commission designated them as the sole distribution company authorized to operate, bill, and...
DAVAO CITY – Davao City first district Rep. Paolo Duterte hopes the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte will be conducted fairly and professionally, saying the proceedings should allow the truth to emerge amid months of accusations and political narratives. In a statement posted on...
DAVAO CITY – The provincial government of Davao Occidental has extended the suspension of face-to-face classes in the province as aftershocks from the magnitude-7.8 tremor on June 8 continue. Gov. Franklin Bautista issued Memorandum Order No. 76 on June 27 directing school officials in the...
DAVAO CITY – The Davao Occidental Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) has reported that five artificial dams have been formed by landslides from the magnitude-7.8 earthquake last month that blocked rivers and streams in the remote areas of Jose Abad Santos town....
DAVAO CITY – Key government agencies in Davao region are conducting further assessment and validation in preparation for the rehabilitation and recovery phase of earthquake-hit communities in Davao Occidental. Almost a month since the tremor struck, Office of Civil Defense-Davao Region chief...
DAVAO CITY – Davao City recorded 299 bullying cases in May, involving 98 male and 201 female victims, with children aged 14-years-old and below accounting for the highest number of reported cases, the city 's Teen Crisis Center said. While the figures are lower than the 5,728 cases recorded...
DAVAO CITY – The Department of Public Works and Highways-11 has requested additional funding from the government to keep the construction of the Samal Island-Davao City Connector Project on schedule and prevent delays caused by a shortfall. During Wednesday 's Habi at Kape at Abreeza Ayala...
