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Read more about the article Tighter monitoring of gov’t projects underway
HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL DIMENSIONS. Mindanao Deveopment Authority (MinDA) Deputy Executive Director Romeo M. Montenegro says historical and cultural dimensions should be considered in the rehabilitation and reconstruction of Marawi City. During Wednesday's Habi at Kape at the Abreeza Mall, July 12, Montenegro said various sectors are now discussing how to help in rebuilding Marawi City. (Robby Joy D. Salveron/davaotoday.com)

Tighter monitoring of gov’t projects underway

The Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) is closely coordinating with implementing agencies to maximize infrastructure monitoring and advisory groups in ensuring that government projects in Mindanao are completed on time.

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Read more about the article Feeding program for malnourished schoolchildren hailed
Grade 1 students of Kapitan Tomas Monteverde Sr. Central Elementary School are eager to introduce their selves using mother tongue during the first day of school. (Ace R. Morandante/davaotoday.com)

Feeding program for malnourished schoolchildren hailed

The National Nutrition Council (NNC) hailed the signing of Pres. Rodrigo Duterte of Republic Act 11037, also known as “Masustansyang Pagkain para sa Batang Pilipino Act” which provides for the mandatory feeding in schools.

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Read more about the article Inflation, price hikes mark Duterte’s second year in office
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Inflation, price hikes mark Duterte’s second year in office

As the inflation rate hit at 5.2 percent last month, a member of Makabayan ?b?loc in the House of Representatives said the number may increase before the end of ?the year ?due to the continuing implementation of the regressive TRAIN or the Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion law.

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Read more about the article No land use conversion permit yet for Tamugan bulk water project
Photos courtesy of Apo Agua Infrastructura Inc.’s Community Relations Officer Jade Hazel D. Gamas

No land use conversion permit yet for Tamugan bulk water project

The Davao City Bulk Water Supply Project of Apo Agua Infrastructura, Inc. (AAII) is awaiting for the government approval to convert 68,000 square meters of land into a water treatment facility in Barangay Gumalang, Baguio District.

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Read more about the article Durian production likely to increase in this year’s Kadayawan festival
A 45-year-old fruit vendor, ?Alan Coquilla, ?tends to his durian display at the ?Bangkerohan public market in Davao City. He has been selling fruits for 13 years where he gets the income to send his five children to school. (Medel V. Hernani/davaotoday.com)

Durian production likely to increase in this year’s Kadayawan festival

Davaoeños and tourists alike can expect increased supply of durian at this year's Kadayawan Festival.

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