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Read more about the article Bill exempting journalists from being witnesses in anti-drug operations filed
Makabayan lawmakers file House Bill 8832 that aims to exempt journalists to act as witnesses in anti-narcotics operations on Tuesday, January 15, 2019. The bill is in response to the National Union of Journalists of the Philippines' (NUJP) petition back in November 2018, opposing such practice of the law enforcers. (Kath M. Cortez/davaotoday.com)

Bill exempting journalists from being witnesses in anti-drug operations filed

As the government intensifies its campaign against illegal drugs, Makabayan representatives in Congress filed a bill to support the call to spare journalists from becoming witnesses during anti-drug operations.

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Read more about the article Davao City Oks ordinance to let tribal councils resolve tribal feuds
Indigenous tribes showcase their own sports activities, among them the skillful use of the bangkaw (spear) at the Peoples Park in Davao City today. The Tribal Sportsfest is the new feature in the 29th Kadayawan Festival. The tribal sports festival is spearheaded by the Davao City Sports office. (davaotoday.com file photo)

Davao City Oks ordinance to let tribal councils resolve tribal feuds

The 18th Council of Davao City has approved the passage of the IP Alternative Resolution in Davao City that mandates the traditional way of resolving disputes through the existing Council of Elders in the community.

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City health office intensifies public info campaign on measles immunization

The Davao City Health Office is now intensifying its efforts to explain the need for measles vaccination as many are still reluctant to avail of immunization due to the Dengvaxia issue.

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Read more about the article DCPO: 2018 crime volume in Davao decreases due to police’s intensive campaign vs criminality
More than 900 new Auxiliary Police Officers sing Davao City's hymn, "Tayo'y Dabawenyo" (We are Davaoeños) during their graduation ceremony held? on? Monday, May 22, 2017 at the Davao City Police Office ?compound?. The event also marks the launching of the Oplan Iron City?, an upgraded police patrol system to aid in securing the city through the support of volunteer police auxiliaries.(Robby Joy D. Salveron/davaotoday.com)

DCPO: 2018 crime volume in Davao decreases due to police’s intensive campaign vs criminality

Davao City Police Office (DCPO) has reported a decrease in the recorded crime volume for 2018 due to the intensified campaign against criminality.

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