Fifty-four workers from Korean-owned Shin Sun Tropical Fruit Co. from Compostela Valley province join the ongoing workers’ camp out in Metro Manila to protest the imposition of martial law and the suspension of the writ of habeas corpus in Mindanao.
The Philippines’ top models showcase Kalinga-inspired clothes during the tapestry fashion and musical show at the 11th Ambassadors’ Tour, on Friday, July 14 at the SMX Convention Center, Lanang, Davao City. (Robby Joy D. Salveron/davaotoday.com)
A 52-year-old woman farmer was killed and at least four others were wounded after a strafing incident in Mabini town, Compostela Valley on Thursday, July 13.
A national group representing the Moro people is calling the government to immediately act on the Ombudsman’s order for the filing of criminal charges against former president Benigno S. Aquino III for his liability in the Mamasapano massacre.
Responders demonstrate how to revive an unconscious victim in the field with a dummy equipped various sensors during the citywide Earthquake and Tsunami Drill on Friday, July 14. (Paulo C. Rizal/davaotoday.com)
To better prepare residents and emergency responders in handling calamities, the city conducted a citywide earthquake and tsunami drill Friday.
The population in Mt. Diwalwal, Monkayo, Compostela Valley province has decreased to about 11,000 compared to the 100,000 recorded since 1980’s when the area was discovered to be a gold rush site, an official said.
The assessment of the Armed Forces of the Philippines whether to extend or not the imposition of martial law and the suspension of the writ of habeas corpus in Mindanao is coming out in a week.
The National Democratic Front of the Philippines reiterated its position that the most conducive environment for the peace negotiations with the government will be provided by discussing social and economic reforms. The NDFP also reiterated its call for the release of political prisoner.
Human Rights group Karapatan dubbed as “a classic example of impunity under the administration of President Rodrigo Duterte” the non-indictment of murder charges and reinstatement of Supt. Marvin Marcos to police service.
