Read more about the article Three forums, three questions for BBM’s SONA #3
Former Bayan Muna lawmaker Atty. Neri Colmenares speaking in a forum organized by Konsensya Dabaw on July 20, 2024, at the Ateneo de Davao University (AdDU). (Photo by Kath Cortez/davaotoday.com)

Three forums, three questions for BBM’s SONA #3

Colmenares said Marcos’ promises of growth are not felt by the people who have suffered from hunger, high prices, low wages, and budget cuts on social services.

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Read more about the article 1,200 fake birth certificates for Chinese nationals uncovered in Santa Cruz
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1,200 fake birth certificates for Chinese nationals uncovered in Santa Cruz

The National Bureau of Investigation 11 (NBI 11) has uncovered a large-scale scheme of fake birth certificates in the municipality of Santa Cruz, Davao del Sur that produced up to 1,200 documents.

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City Council questions Marantan’s appointment as Davao’s police chief

The Davao City Council has taken issue on last week’s carousel of appointments of the Davao City Police Office (DCPO) Director, as they will invite officials of the Philippine National Police (PNP) and Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) to seek clarification.

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Read more about the article Court convicts Castro, Ocampo and teachers for ‘child abuse’ over rescue of Lumad students
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Court convicts Castro, Ocampo and teachers for ‘child abuse’ over rescue of Lumad students

A Tagum City court ruled that a legislator, a veteran activist, ten Lumad school teachers, and four others were guilty of violating Republic Act 7610 or child abuse and exploitation over an incident during a rescue mission of Lumad students and teachers who were harassed in Talaingod, Davao del Norte.

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