Read more about the article Makabayan fields senatorial slate to represent voice of the poor
Makabayan Coalition's senatorial slate for the 2025 elections. (Photo from Koalisyong Makabayan's Facebook page)

Makabayan fields senatorial slate to represent voice of the poor

The Makabayan Coalition, which consists of progressive party-lists and sectoral organizations, is fielding a lineup for the 2025 senatorial elections consisting of activists, party-list lawmakers and leaders from the marginalized groups.

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Read more about the article Samal-Davao bridge project begins on May despite concerns on marine life
The Samal Island – Davao City Connector (SIDC) Project perspective design. (Photo courtesy of DPWH)

Samal-Davao bridge project begins on May despite concerns on marine life

In an effort to appease concerns on the environmental impact of building the Samal Island – Davao City bridge, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) announced Monday, April 22 that it will set up a craneway in delivering its materials.

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Read more about the article Brgy officials tag PBA party-list staff of “deception” in Cha-cha initiative
Senate's Committee on Electoral Reforms and People’s Participation, chaired by Senator Imee Marcos, presided over the probe on the reported involvement of politicians in the signature campaign for people's initiative. (Photo by Senate of the Philippines)

Brgy officials tag PBA party-list staff of “deception” in Cha-cha initiative

Barangay officials in Davao City testified in a Senate inquiry here on Friday, February 2, that workers of the Davao-based Puwersa ng Bayaning Arleta (PBA) conducted the signature campaign for charter change through deceptive means such as promising cash-aid.

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Read more about the article PNB retirees rally as SC orders bank to release retirement pay
Around 70 retirees of the Philippine National Bank in Davao Region gather in front of the bank's branch in San Pedro,Davao City.(Lucelle Bonzo/davaotoday.com)

PNB retirees rally as SC orders bank to release retirement pay

DAVAO CITY, Philippines- On Tuesday morning, November 7, around seventy retired employees of the government owned Philippine National Bank braved the heat as they trooped in front of their former…

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