Read more about the article The green cost of Davao’s bypass tunnel
Davao City Bypass Construction Project. (Photo by Department of Public Works and Highways)

The green cost of Davao’s bypass tunnel

While the Davao City Bypass Tunnel Project will address transportation issues of the city and the region, this has affected 2,500 residential structures and more than 400 hectares of agricultural land where at least 600 farming families reside.

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Read more about the article Peril to paradise? China-funded Samal-Davao bridge project raises worries over Paradise Reef damage
Samal Island – Davao City Interconnector Bridge perspective (Source: DPWH)

Peril to paradise? China-funded Samal-Davao bridge project raises worries over Paradise Reef damage

The sentiments of Samal residents have worried environmental groups and a family that has protected the island's reefs for years. The bridge construction will destroy corals and affect the pristine waters that make Samal beaches a favorite destination.

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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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