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Read more about the article Advocates seek repeal of abortion penalties in Revised Penal Code 
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Advocates seek repeal of abortion penalties in Revised Penal Code 

DAVAO CITY, Philippines—Advocates for abortion decriminalization called for repeal of penal provisions on abortion during an Oct. 12 House discussion, arguing that criminalization puts women’s health at risk. Evelyn "Leo"…

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Read more about the article Davao delivery riders seek P80 base fare as costs shrink take-home pay 
FAIR RATES. United Davao Delivery Riders Association president Jeffrey Cuyos discusses the group's demand for a P80 base fare and an additional P20 per kilometer during a press conference at Orcullo Park in Davao City on Oct. 20, 2026. (DAVAO TODAY Photo/Christine Bustamante)

Davao delivery riders seek P80 base fare as costs shrink take-home pay 

DAVAO CITY, Philippines—Delivery riders in Davao City seek an increase of P80 base fare and an additional of P20 per kilometer from delivery platforms amid rising living and operating costs. …

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Davao councilor, youth group oppose social media restrictions for minors

DAVAO CITY, Philippines—Davao City Councilor Danilo Dayanghirang opposed calls to ban Facebook, saying existing laws and the platform’s self-regulation can address harmful content, even as the Senate and House approved…

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Read more about the article ’58th’ and the Philippine Press
58th TALKBACK. Following a featured screening, director Carl Joseph E. Papa and cast members, including Glaiza de Castro and Mikoy Morales, join creative and production team members for a Q&A session. The panel discussed the collaboration behind the film and its journey to international festivals.

’58th’ and the Philippine Press

MANILA, Philippines—On Sept. 21, 2026, the Philippines observed the 54th year of signing Proclamation No.1081 that put the country under martial law.  In time of remembering the atrocities under martial…

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Read more about the article Karapatan condemns shooting of pregnant NPA member, cites IHL violations
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Karapatan condemns shooting of pregnant NPA member, cites IHL violations

DAVAO CITY, Philippines—Human rights group Karapatan condemned the shooting of a pregnant New People's Army (NPA) member in Tagum City, calling the incident a violation of international humanitarian law (IHL).…

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