Be enchanted with ‘Encantada’

By JOHN RIZLE L. SALIGUMBA Davao Today “(The concept of Encantada traces back to the Spanish era) of how the destruction of the environment happened and how the Encantada got so angry. It tells a story about tribes, religion and the destruction of the environment” -- Margie Moran-Floirendo, President of Ballet Philippines

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How to stop sex scandal, women activists suggest ways

By MARILOU AGUIRRE-TUBURAN Davao Today Gabriela wished to discourage Filipinos “from the bad practice of sharing sleazy videos” by spreading the counter-message of the "Manila Scandal Part 2." It hopes to “mobilize the public to use the internet in solving one of the scourges of electronic harassment, bullying and violence against women” by posting the video to their FB account or website and through Twitter by using the #manilascandal2 hashtag.

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The highest and has the strongest current. You have to ride a balsa to get near it and experience the water hammering your back like a massage.

Photo Essay: The wonders of Surigao del Sur

Text and Photos by RAWI JUNE AMAGA-MORANDANTE Davao Today Any itinerary for a trip to Surigao del Sur would always include the Britania Group of Islands, Enchanted River and Tinuy-an Falls in Bislig town -- three destinations that top the most visited getaways in this province and its neighboring places. Getting to and experiencing these exquisite places would surely leave any tourist, local or foreign, in total awe and admiration.

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