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Stranded passengers at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 2 wait for their chance to take the next available flight after the Philippine Airlines cancelled 50 domestic and international flights on Sunday, October 16 due to Typhoon Karen (international name Sarika). (Zea Io Ming C. Capistrano/davaotoday.com)

What happened to Zero Remittance week?

The Zero Remittance Week pushed by a group of overseas Filipino workers (OFW) in protest of the arrest and trial of former President Rodrigo Duterte seemed to have passed without traction.

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Read more about the article P29 daily wage hike insufficient, says workers and labor group
RISKY. Sans safety gears, workers fix this huge outdoor board along Lanang road in Davao City. (davaotoday.com photo by Ace R. Morandante)

P29 daily wage hike insufficient, says workers and labor group

Davao City workers feel that the ?29 daily wage hike announced by the National Wage and Productivity Board is still insufficient for their needs.

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Read more about the article After Braga’s opposition, child advocates defend Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Bill
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After Braga’s opposition, child advocates defend Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Bill

Advocates of women and children’s rights in Davao urge a city councilor to read thoroughly the Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Bill before stating her opposition.

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