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Read more about the article In the digital crossfire: How Pinoy Gen Zs view the Middle East conflicts
ONE WITH PALESTINE. A Davao Muslim college student paints the Palestine flag on a fellow student in a solidarity gathering of Muslim and non-Muslim students in Freedom Park on Sunday to call for a ceasefire and justice in Israel's bombing in Gaza. (Kath Cortez/davaotoday.com)

In the digital crossfire: How Pinoy Gen Zs view the Middle East conflicts

DAVAO CITY, Philippines - For a generation raised with smartphones, Gen Zs could directly see the impact of global conflicts such as in the Middle East through the constant stream…

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Read more about the article Why OFWs risk staying in Middle East amidst tension
Nel, 48, an overseas Filipino worker for eight years from Davao City is making sure that his luggage are safe from the "laglag bala" scheme in Philippines airports, which has caused inconvenience for OFWs like him.

Why OFWs risk staying in Middle East amidst tension

DAVAO CITY, Philippines -In countless homes across the country, the smartphone screen is a connection, not just on news or entertainment, but also the latest word from family working amidst…

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Read more about the article Across generations, Davao’s LGBTQ fight for acceptance in society
The streets of Davao City are coming alive with the radiant colors of the rainbow as the LGBTQIA+ community takes to the road in a joyful and powerful Pride March.

Across generations, Davao’s LGBTQ fight for acceptance in society

DAVAO CITY, Philippines -When one looks at the recent Pride march of the LGBTQIA+ during the Davao DUAW celebration, one assumes the community has been positive and vibrant in their…

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Read more about the article The toll of fuel hikes on Davao’s jeepney drivers
Jeepney drivers in Davao City fuel up as diesel prices rise by PHP 2.60 per liter starting Tuesday, June 24, with another round of hikes expected later this week. The staggered increases follow global supply concerns amid the escalating Israel-Iran conflict. | via Christine Bustamante / DavaoToday Intern

The toll of fuel hikes on Davao’s jeepney drivers

DAVAO CITY, Philippines - The fluorescent glow of the gas station sign shimmers off the slick pavement of Quirino Avenue, mirroring the weary glint in Albert Violanda's eyes. Each click…

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Read more about the article Phil Eagle Week highlights indigenous frontliners in conservation efforts
A Philippine eagle. (Photo courtesy of Philippine Eagle Foundation)

Phil Eagle Week highlights indigenous frontliners in conservation efforts

DAVAO CITY, Philippines—As the nation marks Environment Month this June, one of the events is the Philippine Eagle Week celebration held from June 4 to 10.  An event held in…

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