Author: Christine V. Bustamante

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Read more about the article Davao steel workers dispute gov’t ‘rescue’ after plant shutdown
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Davao steel workers dispute gov’t ‘rescue’ after plant shutdown

DAVAO CITY, Philippines—More than 300 workers of Davao Mighty Steel Corp. (DMS) lost their jobs after government authorities shut down the facility in Barangay Ilang, Bunawan, Davao City, following a…

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Read more about the article Groups oppose P308B Kingking open-pit mining expansion in Davao de Oro
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Groups oppose P308B Kingking open-pit mining expansion in Davao de Oro

DAVAO CITY, Philippines — Advocates and environmental groups oppose the P308 billion Kingking Copper-Gold Project expansion in Pantukan, Davao de Oro, warning of threats to ancestral lands, forests and watersheds. …

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Read more about the article Kadayawan: Celebrating culture, confronting realities
The Hiyas sa Kadayawan 2026 make their appearance during the Pamulak sa Kadayawan parade on Sunday, August 16, followed by the entourage from their respective 11 ethnolinguistic groups. (Photo by Christine Bustamante/davaotoday.com)

Kadayawan: Celebrating culture, confronting realities

DAVAO CITY, Philippines – While Vice President Sara Duterte describes Kadayawan as a reminder of a true prosperity anchored on preserving culture and building a fair, just, and peaceful society,…

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Read more about the article Ateneo de Zamboanga declares Aug. 19 ‘A Day of Mourning and Prayer’
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Ateneo de Zamboanga declares Aug. 19 ‘A Day of Mourning and Prayer’

Davao City, Philippines – Ateneo de Zamboanga University declared Wednesday, Aug. 19, a day of mourning and prayer after a shooting at its Junior High School campus left two people…

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Read more about the article Davao officials warn of 4 to 5 year power reserve window, push for new generation facilities
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Davao officials warn of 4 to 5 year power reserve window, push for new generation facilities

DAVAO CITY, Philippines – Mindanao needs additional power generation facilities to meet growing demand, with current reserves sufficient for only another four to five years, according to warnings raised during the…

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