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Read more about the article Marawi IDPs facing another displacement in their shelters
Internally displaced persons (IDPs) gather at a rally in Marawi’s Ground Zero last May 23, 2025 during the commemoration of the 8th anniversary of the 2017 Marawi Siege, calling for their "Kambalingan"—a safe and dignified return.(Fayzah Inshirah Cosna Alonto Ala,intern)

Marawi IDPs facing another displacement in their shelters

DAVAO CITY, Philippines - Inside a leaking shelter just a few feet away from an overflowing trash heap, Nor-ainie Musa prepares for the day as she juggles three roles for…

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Read more about the article When farm debts weigh heavier than rice sacks
Farmers from Quezon, Bukidnon spread the grains of the Denorado rice to prepare it for milling. (Ace R. Morandante/davaotoday.com)

When farm debts weigh heavier than rice sacks

DAVAO CITY, Philippines - For farmers in the country, their cycle in life not only revolves around planting and harvesting, but also the harsh cycle of empty plates and hungry…

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Read more about the article Across generations, Davao’s LGBTQ fight for acceptance in society
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.

Across generations, Davao’s LGBTQ fight for acceptance in society

DAVAO CITY, Philippines -When one looks at the recent Pride march of the LGBTQIA+ during the Davao DUAW celebration, one assumes the community has been positive and vibrant in their…

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Read more about the article Davao Central 911 urges public to stop prank calls
Firefighters from Central 911 Fire Auxiliary Services takes a break on Tuesday afternoon while other firemen continue to extinguish the fire that started at 4:00 am in along the busy street of Magsaysay Avenue in Davao City. (Medel V. Hernani/davaotoday.com)

Davao Central 911 urges public to stop prank calls

DAVAO CITY, Philippines -Davao City's Central 911, the city government's unit that responds to medical emergencies, appeals to the public to refrain from making prank calls on their hotline and…

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Read more about the article Baste Duterte sworn in as vice mayor, but may assume mayoral post
LOOK: Sebastian "Baste" Duterte formally took his oath as acting mayor of Davao City amid the absence of his father, mayor-elect Rodrigo Duterte, who remains in detention at The Hague for alleged crimes against humanity committed during his presidency.(Kath M.Cortez/davaotoday.com)

Baste Duterte sworn in as vice mayor, but may assume mayoral post

DAVAO CITY, Philippines - Outgoing Davao City Mayor Sebastian 'Baste' Duterte took oath as vice mayor during a ceremony at Davao's Sangguniang Panlungsod Session Hall on Friday, June 27, but…

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