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Read more about the article Davao Region exports first batch of durian to China
'KING OF FRUITS.' Jaime Ruar, 73, sorts out the durians he purchased from Toril district before selling it at the Bangkerohan Public Market in Davao City on Saturday, October 21. His truck contains P80,000-worth of durian, from which he expects to earn P200,000. (Kenneth Paul Senarillos / davaotoday.com)

Davao Region exports first batch of durian to China

Photo by Kenneth Paul Senarillos / davaotoday.com DAVAO CITY, Philippines – The Davao Region has exported the first batch of durian to China, a development that was seen by officials…

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Read more about the article FACT CHECK: Mt. Leonard Kniaseff isn’t the cause of earthquakes in Davao de Oro

FACT CHECK: Mt. Leonard Kniaseff isn’t the cause of earthquakes in Davao de Oro

A Facebook user has claimed that Mt. Leonard Kniaseff in Maco town, Davao de Oro province is the possible cause of the series of earthquakes since February 2, noting that it is the most active stratovolcano between Maco and Mabini towns.

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Read more about the article Davao de Oro declares state of calamity due to series of earthquakes
A portion of the highway on the Maragusan-New Bataan Road collapsed after a strong earthquake on March 6, 2023. (Photo by Ruebil Garcia)

Davao de Oro declares state of calamity due to series of earthquakes

The Davao de Oro provincial government has placed the province under a state of calamity due to the impact of a series of earthquakes since March 6, which local officials said affected more than 200,000 families.

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Read more about the article 3 outstanding achievers get Davao’s prestigious Datu Bago awards
(From left to right) Antonio Ajero, Brenda Sofronia Barba, and Elenita Dumlao

3 outstanding achievers get Davao’s prestigious Datu Bago awards

The Datu Bago Awards, considered one of the most prestigious awards in Davao City, honored three distinguished Dabawenyos for their significant contributions to their respective fields on Wednesday, March 8.

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