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COTABATO CITY, Philippines—Marked by poverty, limited opportunities and recurring conflict, residents of the Bangsamoro region pin their hopes on new leaders who can help address problems they have endured for years. The first Bangsamoro parliamentary elections offer more than a chance to choose political leaders. For many in the region, the polls represent a step […]
DAVAO CITY, Philippines — As the Bangsamoro parliamentary elections is held today, Sept. 14, Mindanao labor groups urged the government to stay neutral and ensure violence-free elections prevail because lasting peace depends on whether the peace process improves livelihoods and living conditions. The call was made during the signing of the Covenant of Mindanao Trade […]
COTABATO CITY, Philippines—The Commission on Elections declared itself ready to conduct the first parliamentary elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, citing completed preparations and a stable peace-and-order situation in the region. The Bangsamoro parliamentary elections are scheduled for Monday, Sept. 14. A total of 2,393,202 registered voters are expected to cast their […]
DAVAO CITY, Philippines—A local election watchdog urged security forces to protect voters without intimidating them after the government ordered tight security in the first Bangsamoro Parliamentary Elections Monday, Sept. 14. Concerns over rivalry of political dynasties and the presence of armed groups prompted the heavy police and military presence to prevent unforeseen incidents that might […]
DAVAO CITY, Philippines—Former senator and boxing great Manny Pacquiao faces scrutiny over both his ability to help the poor and a business conflict of interest as he heads the country’s anti-poverty body. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. swore in Pacquiao as head of the National Anti-Poverty Commission (NAPC) on Sept. 8. For Mimi Doringo, secretary-general of […]
DAVAO CITY, Philippines—The Department of Health in Davao Region reported no respiratory cases or other untoward health events linked to the ongoing haze, even as “very unhealthy” levels of PM2.5 were recorded. Dr. Kris Claudette Trangia, DOH-11 health emergency management section head, said Wednesday, Sept. 9, that the agency is strengthening surveillance for possible […]
DAVAO CITY, Philippines—Amid continued threats to press freedom, journalists and members of student publications in Davao City said revisiting ethical reporting practices is essential to protecting the credibility and integrity of the media. The Philippine press continues to face red-tagging, legal harassment, political and commercial pressures and worse—killings. Journalists shared their experiences with ethical dilemmas […]
DAVAO CITY, Philippines—As the government urges coconut farmers and small businesses to become entrepreneurs to spur higher-value products, a farmer group said the industry continues to face challenges that go beyond market access. The Department of Trade and Industry in Davao Region (DTI-11) will highlight the “cocopreneurs” initiative at the Coconut Philippines Mindanao Trade Fair […]
DAVAO CITY, Philippines — Anticorruption groups welcomed the plunder case and arrest warrants against former Speaker Martin Romualdez and ex-Rep. Zaldy Co, urging a broader investigation into possible enablers of corruption in infrastructure projects. The Office of the Ombudsman filed a P7.4-billion plunder case against Romualdez, Co, Romualdez’s personal assistant Joselyn Tragua Serenio, and Samchan […]
MANILA, Philippines—The Department of Information and Communications Technology’s plan for Meta to accept the Philippine National ID in its account verification is drawing criticisms over privacy and security concerns from tech professionals and everyday users. Ian Aragoza, Chairperson of the Computer Professionals Union (CPU), said the proposal could link Filipinos’ government identities to their […]
DAVAO CITY, Philippines — Air quality in parts of Davao Region has deteriorated to “very unhealthy” levels for PM2.5, according to the latest monitoring data released by the Environmental Management Bureau EMB in Davao Region on today, Sept. 8. In its 12 noon air quality update, Calinan and Digos stations recorded “very unhealthy” levels for […]
DAVAO CITY, Philippines — A South Cotabato regional trial court on Sept. 7 extended a temporary restraining order halting a plebiscite on the proposed joint venture between South Cotabato II Electric Cooperative and Ignite Power and Energy Holdings, Inc. The court initially issued a 72-hour TRO on Sept. 4, stopping a plebiscite on Sept. 5-6 […]
DAVAO CITY, Philippines—Activists and progressive groups here are crying double standard in the justice system after Vice President Sara Duterte posted bail, contrasting her treatment with their own as publicly labeled “wanted persons.” Duterte posted P360,000 bail Saturday, Sept. 5, a day after a Quezon City court issued a warrant over three counts of grave […]
