New People's Army guerillas gather in Paquibato district in Davao City on Monday, Dec. 26, 2016 for the celebration of the Communist Party of the Philippines' 48th founding anniversary. (Earl O. Condeza/davaotoday.com)
Ka Yancy (left), commander of the New People's Army's 1st Pulang Bagani Battalion inspects the arms of an NPA fighter during the 48th anniversary celebration of the Communist Party of the Philippines in Barangay Lumiad, Paquibato District, Davao City. (Paulo C. Rizal/davaotoday.com)
The New People's Army's Pulang Bagani Battalion stands in formation for a tactical inspection during the 48th anniversary of the Communist Party of the Philippines on Monday, Dec. 26 in Barangay Lumiad, Paquibato District, Davao City. (Paulo C. Rizal/davaotoday.com)
Christmas lights adorn the street of R. Castillo in Agdao, Davao City and is an added attraction for residents and motorists. (Medel V. Hernani/davaotoday.com)
Venders of Taho, a delicacy made from soybeans, come in and out of a resort in the Island Garden City of Samal by passing through the coastlines. In this way, they can save a few money from paying entrance fee. (Medel V. Hernani/davaotoday.com)