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Read more about the article Fisherfolk group hits Duterte on “friendship” with China on Philippine seas row
Different progressive groups march towards the Chinese Consulate in Makati City for a mobilization in time for the Araw ng Kagitingan commemoration today. (Photo courtesy of Obet De Castro)

Fisherfolk group hits Duterte on “friendship” with China on Philippine seas row

A fisherfolk organization criticized President Rodrigo Duterte on his statement that he'll allow Chinese fishing vessels to operate in the Philippine Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) because of "friendship" with China.

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Read more about the article Change diet and help protect environment – group
SIDEWALK FAST FOOD. Davao City sidewalk food vendors display the ready-to-eat, budget-friendly meals for the hungry locals along Ilustre Street. (davaotoday.com photo by Paul Anthony N. Crooks)

Change diet and help protect environment – group

A local group here has pushed for a change in diet as a means of protecting the environment and living a healthier life.

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Read more about the article Camiguin LGU urges divers to be partners in marine life preservation
Divers pose after taking a dive near the White Island during the kick-off activity of the 1st Camiguin Dive Festival in Mambajao, Camiguin, on Sunday, June 23. (Jigger J. Jerusalem/davaotoday.com)

Camiguin LGU urges divers to be partners in marine life preservation

To preserve its flourishing marine flora and fauna, the provincial government of this island has urged divers and tourists to help them prevent the destruction of the coral reefs.

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Read more about the article Jeepney drivers asked to claim “pantawid pasada” cards
SIGNBOARDS UP. Despite a new rule banning display? of destination signboards?, these jeepneys ?sneak ? signboards on their windshields on Wednesday, July 26, in Davao City. The ?restriction is in accordance with the Anti Distracted Driving Law. Jeepney drivers and commuters complain that the rule has caused confusion among passengers, who find it more difficult in determining which ride to take. (Paulo C. Rizal/ davaotoday.com)

Jeepney drivers asked to claim “pantawid pasada” cards

The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board in Davao Region (LTFRB-XI) called on jeepney operators to claim their Pantawid Pasada Program (PPP) cash cards for 2018 before they close it for the 2019 PPP cash cards.

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