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Read more about the article 128 years on: Davao activists challenge ‘True Freedom’, demand EDCA, VFA end
"Abolish imperialism," chants a protester holding a placard reading "NO TO US MILITARY OIL DEPOT IN DAVAO REGION," as the crowd responds during the program.(Photo by Renier C. Cornelio,Mindanao State University-Marawi intern/davaotoday.com)

128 years on: Davao activists challenge ‘True Freedom’, demand EDCA, VFA end

DAVAO CITY, Philippines — While the nation marked its 128th Independence Day on June 12, activists from different progressive groups took to the streets to ask a stark question that…

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Read more about the article Davao Protest Reclaims Independence Day Meaning
"Abolish imperialism," chants a protester holding a placard reading "NO TO US MILITARY OIL DEPOT IN DAVAO REGION," as the crowd responds during the program.(Photo by Renier C. Cornelio,Mindanao State University-Marawi intern/davaotoday.com)

Davao Protest Reclaims Independence Day Meaning

DAVAO CITY, Philippines - As the nation marked its 128th Independence Day, students and members of progressive organizations gathered at Freedom Park in Davao City on June 12 to question…

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Read more about the article Ateneo basketball prospect’s death raises calls for justice
Rene Baterbonia towering for a dunk during the 2025 ASEAN School Game in Brunei. Team Philippine won gold in the tournament. (Screenshot from KickGeeks)

Ateneo basketball prospect’s death raises calls for justice

DAVAO CITY, Philippines - The death of 19-year old basketball prodigy Rene Clert Baterbonia sent shockwaves through the basketball community, particularly in Mindanao, who join the family in search for…

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Read more about the article Whose Pride Is It, Anyway? In Davao, a Debate Over the Movement’s Soul
The streets of Davao City are coming alive with the radiant colors of the rainbow as the LGBTQIA+ community takes to the road in a joyful and powerful Pride March. Drums echo, banners flutter, and voices chant in unison, celebrating Pride Month alongside the city’s festive tourism celebration, Duaw Dabaw.

Whose Pride Is It, Anyway? In Davao, a Debate Over the Movement’s Soul

DAVAO CITY, Philippines - Clara Escleto was waiting in line for a women's restroom inside a major mall in downtown Davao when a security guard stopped her. The 23-year-old transgender…

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