Mayor Baste Duterte urges cooperation to secure Mindanao's power supply
In a message to an energy forum, the Davao City mayor said government, power firms and industry must work together to meet rising electricity demand.
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Police arrest drug suspect in Nabunturan, Davao de Oro buy-bust operation
Officers seized suspected shabu, suspected marijuana, a firearm and other items from a man known as alias "Pogs" after a tip from PDEA Region 11.
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Two Davao City-based youth basketball squads in the 15-under and 17-under divisions have been cleared to represent the city at the International ...
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UP-based K9 rescue corps opens free dog training batch for disaster volunteers
The UPMV-K9 Search and Rescue Corps is accepting dog owners from Metro Manila and nearby provinces for its 14th batch until November 28, 2026.
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Smart and Rose Pharmacy expand partnership with cybersecurity push for seniors
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Senior citizens in Cebu recently learned how to protect themselves from AI-generated deepfakes and online scams through a digital literacy session conducted by Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart)…
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RCBC posts ₱23.6 billion pre-provision operating profit for first nine months of 2026
The lender reported higher interest income and wider margins but kept loan growth measured, citing a tighter business environment.
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SSS LoanLite microloans now available to MySSS cardholders via RCBC DiskarTech app
Qualified Social Security System members holding RCBC-issued MySSS cards can now borrow ₱1,000 to ₱20,000 through the DiskarTech app at 8 percent annual interest.
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Council finance panel recommends approval of Davao City's P17.23-billion 2027 budget
The proposed spending plan relies on a larger national tax share and higher local tax collections, and sets aside no money for debt payments because the city reports no debt.
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Police unit opens weekend gun licensing hub, offers provisional permits in Davao Region
The Regional Civil Security Unit XI is setting up one-stop processing at SM City Davao and a simplified provisional license to bring loose firearms under legal registration.
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Foodpanda adds S&R warehouse groceries, opens orders to non-members
The delivery platform now carries S&R Membership Shopping products, letting shoppers without a membership card order for a surcharge, according to Mindanao Times.
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Madayaw nga Pasko at the Waterfront: Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao Welcomes the Holiday Season with a Celebration of Filipino Traditions, Festive Dining, and Meaningful Gatherings
DAVAO CITY, PHILIPPINES – The holiday season officially begins at Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao with “Madayaw Nga Pasko at the Waterfront,” a Christmas celebration that welcomes the most wonderful time…
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