Freedom and Security: A False Choice for Filipinos
DAVAO CITY, Philippines - The World Values Survey results show most Filipinos choose “security” over “freedom.” But in a country where poverty and government abuse define daily life, true security…
Davao to install 150 AI-powered facial recognition CCTVs
DAVAO CITY, Philippines - Davao City is moving towards using 150 AI-powered CCTV's to be installed at the city's borders and public areas as part of enhancing the city's security…
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How do Davaoeños view ‘culture of security’?
The drill began on 10am of October 14. Twenty-five “persons disguised as terrorists” were scattered across 200 establishments in the city. The public and personnel of establishments were briefed earlier to spot the “suspects”, all identically dressed, and report to a mobile number.
Davao City Police adds three stations, 160 personnel for security and health monitoring
Davao City will install three new police stations and 160 additional police personnel to add to the city’s security and safety measures, local officials said.
President Rodrigo Duterte visits the blast site early morning Saturday, September 3. Duterte declared a state of lawlessness following the blast that killed at least 13 individuals in Davao City’s Roxas night market on Friday night, September 2, 2016. (Robinson Ninal/PPD)
Seven convicted of murder in Roxas Night Market blast
Seven suspects of the September 2016 Roxas Night Market bombing were convicted by the Taguig Regional Trial Court for murder and sentenced to life imprisonment.