Youth activists flash the Philippine Flag with slogans during an Independence Day rally at Rizal Park depicting current public clamor for nationalist politics against government corruption. (contributed photo by Jaja Necosia)
Children organized by the Kaugmaon Foundatoin in a choir performance during the World Day Against Child Labor on June 12 held at Davao City's People's Park. (Medel V. Hernani/davaotoday.com)
SM Mall Lanang displays a paper art of Davao's brand of durian fruits and indigenous peoples' garb. (Medel V. Hernani/davaotoday.com)
The celebration of the country's 116th Independence Day seem quiet save for flags hanging outside government offices and business establishments in the city's downtown area. (Medel V. Hernani/davaotoday.com)
Davawenyos like the rest of the Filipinos reeling from poverty and issues of government corruption could barely feel the upcoming celebration of the country's 116th Independence Day. (Medel V. Hernani/davaotoday.com)