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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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Read more about the article Australia turns down hosting ex-Pres. Duterte during ICC trial
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte appearing for the first time before the judges of the International Criminal Court's Pre-Trial Chamber I on March 14, 2025. (Photo courtesy of ICC)

Australia turns down hosting ex-Pres. Duterte during ICC trial

DAVAO CITY, Philippines -The Australian government has turned down hosting former President Rodrigo Duterte for his interim release from detention in the International Criminal Court (ICC), but Vice President Sara…

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Read more about the article DAVAO FISHERFOLK
DAVAO FISHERFOLK. Small-scale fishers along Santa Ana Wharf rely solely on the day's catch for income, facing rough weathers and rising costs. The Philippine Statistical Authority noted that fisherfolks are among the poorest basic sectors in the country. {Christine Bustamante,intern/ davaotoday.com)

DAVAO FISHERFOLK

DAVAO FISHERFOLK. Small-scale fishers along Santa Ana Wharf rely solely on the day's catch for income, facing rough weathers and rising costs. The Philippine Statistical Authority noted that fisherfolks are…

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Read more about the article A Breadwinner’s Pride
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. Drums echo, banners flutter, and voices chant in unison, celebrating Pride Month alongside the city’s festive tourism celebration, Duaw Dabaw.

A Breadwinner’s Pride

DAVAO CITY, Philippines - Jaydee, a 22-year-old drag queen, balances the roles of breadwinner and performer, and sleepless nights paired with constant smiles define her life. Her daily struggles extend…

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