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Sorsogon’s family poverty rate dropped to 15.1 percent in 2025 from 28.4 percent in 2023, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), a dramatic decline that highlights the enduring impact of infrastructure and policy reforms put in place by S...

ZAMBOANGA CITY—Vice President Sara Z. Duterte on Friday launched the OVP Madrasah Reading Corner Program at Ma’had Da’wa Al-Islamie in Zamboanga City.

Vice President Sara Duterte’s spokesperson Salvador Paolo A. Panelo Jr. has accused the Marcos administration of using government institutions to pursue political persecution following the National Bureau of Investigation’s (NBI) findings on alleged discr...

By Vee Tejano DAVAO CITY – The Land Transportation Office in Davao Region (LTO-Davao) has noted about 72,133 traffic apprehensions from January to September this year, collecting over P120 million in fines as it intensified enforcement against traffic vi...

The Davao City Agriculturist’s Office (CAgrO) is strengthening its preparations for the possible impacts of strong El Niño by expanding access to agricultural machinery and irrigation support to help Dabawenyo farmers protect their crops and improve farm...

The Davao City Water District (DCWD) assured residents on Wednesday, October 14 that the city’s water supply remains stable despite the looming threat of Super El Niño, while urging the public to continue conserving water.

Senator Christopher “Bong” Go renewed his push for stronger government support for Filipino athletes, emphasizing the need for adequate funding, modern facilities, grassroots sports development, and more training opportunities outside Metro Manila.

Dili igo ang pahimangno sa pagtipig og tubig ug pag-anunsyo sa pondo. Kinahanglan na ang konkretong aksyon aron mapanalipdan ang mga konsyumer batok sa posibleng kakulang sa tubig, pagsaka sa bayranan sa kuryente, ug pagmahal sa mga batakang palitonon tun...

DAVAO CITY — Police arrested a suspected high-value drug personality known by the alias “Javar” during a search warrant operation in Barangay Binugao, Toril, on October 14, 2026, according to the Davao City Police Office (DCPO).

DAVAO CITY — Pasado na sa third and final reading sa Davao City Council ang ordinansa nga maghatag og pormal nga pag-ila ug tinuig nga pinansyal nga tabang alang sa mga kwalipikadong Barangay Health Workers (BHWs) ug Barangay Nutrition Scholars (BNSs).

Vice President Sara Duterte defended a member of her defense team against lawyer Lorna Kapunan’s remarks, arguing that calling defense counsel a bully unfairly vilifies someone challenging what she described as an overwhelming display of political power.

Salvador Paolo A. Panelo Jr., spokesperson for Vice President Sara Duterte, questioned the Senate majority’s silence following the prosecution’s withdrawal of two of the four articles of impeachment against the Vice President.

Counsel for Vice President Sara Duterte has questioned the impartiality of National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Director Melvin Matibag in investigating allegations made by Rodulfo M. Gracioso Jr. against the Vice President.

Senator Christopher “Bong” Go called for stronger cooperation between the government and the private sector to make safe, decent and affordable housing accessible to more Filipino families during the 66th National Convention of the Philippine Association...

A suspect was arrested in connection with a fatal stabbing incident in Matina Crossing, Davao City, on October 6, 2026, the Davao City Police Office (DCPO) reported.

The Philippine National Police (PNP) is investigating reports of two separate drug shipments intercepted in Laos and Thailand, both allegedly intended for the Philippines.