Newly appointed Metro Davao Police District (MDPD) Director Brigadier General Alexander Tagum says he is willing to heed the call of Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos that all police generals will resign in connection to the government’s campaign against illegal drugs.
Women’s group Gabriela urged authorities to conduct a thorough and impartial investigation on the murder of model Yvonne Plaza Chua as a military officer is dangled in this issue.
As we start 2023, we take a look back at Davao Today’s coverage of significant issues in Mindanao in 2022
Unfazed by the continuing government crackdown against activists and progressive leaders, a youth leader in Davao City urges fellow Davaoeños to defend the people’s democratic rights during the 74th International Human Rights Day commemoration Saturday, December 10. (Photo by Kath Cortez/davaotoday.com)
The Bonifacio Day commemoration of Davao City’s progressive groups on Wednesday, November 30 revolved around the current “crisis” where they criticized the Marcos-Duterte administration over the increasing prices of basic goods and services while the workers’ wages remain a pittance. (Photo by Kath Cortez/davaotoday.com)
Progressive groups in Davao City stage a protest Wednesday, September 21 at the Freedom Park to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Martial Law declared by then Pres. Ferdinand Marcos Sr. During those years, thousands of human rights violations were documented including extrajudicial killings and enforced disappearances. (Photo by Kath Cortez/davaotoday.com)
Recalling what happened during his arrest, Elson said the PC played Russian roulette to torture and psywar (psychological warfare) him.
As many have welcomed the national government’s move to allow the optional wearing of face masks outdoors through Pres. Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr.’s executive order (EO), some Davao folks are worried about the possible rise of COVID-19 cases after the city government declared it will abide by the new policy.
The 37th Kadayawan sa Davao celebration ended with a bang on Sunday, August 21, with all the fancy floral floats and rhythmic drum beating.
Despite the difficulties in preparing for the competition with the COVID-19 pandemic, the Sindac Anib Performing Ensemble from Bislig, Surigao del Sur defended their title in this year’s Indak-Indak sa Kadayawan Open Category.
