Read more about the article NDF-FSMR disputes military account of ex-NPA fighter’s killing in South Cotabato
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NDF-FSMR disputes military account of ex-NPA fighter’s killing in South Cotabato

DAVAO CITY, Philippines— The National Democratic Front-Far South Mindanao Region (NDF-FSMR) condemned a military and police operation for allegedly killing a fighter who was hors de combat in Polomolok, South…

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Read more about the article Katungod Bangsamoro, allies press new parliament to guard  autonomy, fight corruption
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Katungod Bangsamoro, allies press new parliament to guard  autonomy, fight corruption

DAVAO CITY, Philippines – A consortium of civil society and progressive groups called on the newly elected Bangsamoro Parliament to make the fight against corruption its defining commitment, and to…

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Read more about the article Mindanao investment push faces question over who benefits
MinDA Secretary Leo Tereso Magno discusses Mindanao's economic growth and the administration's push to attract domestic and foreign investments during a news conference at the Mindanao Development Forum 2026 in Davao City on Oct. 28. (DAVAO TODAY Photo/Ian Peter Guanzon)

Mindanao investment push faces question over who benefits

DAVAO CITY, Philippines—Bagong Alyansang Makabayan-Southern Mindanao Region (BAYAN-SMR) disputed claims that the island is being positioned as the country's next top investment destination. BAYAN-SMR said private capital alone would not…

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Read more about the article Outdoor workers brace for heat as Davao prepares for strong El Niño
Despite the scorching heat of the sun, these workers of an ongoing building construction along Ponciano Reyes Street continue to work. (Ace R. Morandante/davaotoday.com)

Outdoor workers brace for heat as Davao prepares for strong El Niño

DAVAO CITY, Philippines—Street vendor Jay Elixir Rica, 40, expects sweltering weather to bring more customers for the juice he sells alongside siomai, fish balls and kwek-kwek. Spending most of his…

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