NATIONAL
Bong Go assails unprogrammed funds, demands accountability
As the Supreme Court continues its highly anticipated oral arguments concerning the validity of unprogrammed funds in the national budget, Senator Christopher “Bong” Go has re-emerged as a voice for health equity, framing the current legal battle as the inevitable “sequel” to the controversial transfer of PhilHealth funds. In the second round of oral arguments...
REGIONAL
Davao City Council pushes EV incentives
DAVAO CITY – The Davao City government is advancing plans to modernize public transport, with an emphasis on environmental sustainability, through a proposed ordinance to strengthen the city’s electric vehicle (EV) program. A measure pending before the Davao City Council seeks to establish a comprehensive incentive framework for the EV industry, covering manufacturers, dealers, operators,...
OPINION
Oil depot in Davao Gulf a forbidden plot (LETTERS FROM DAVAO by Jun Ledesma)
The dubious scheme of the Marcos government to allow the establishment of an oil depot for US military operations is fraught with dubious implications. It does not stand to reason why the depot be placed anywhere in Davao Gulf when the more strategic place should be the former US naval storage facility the Subic Naval...
BUSINESS
Davao Trio 2026 Brings Major Industry Expos to Mindanao
Davao City, Philippines — Worldbex Services International (WSI) continues to expand its regional presence with the launch of Davao Trio 2026, a three-in-one exhibition that brings together leading events in construction, food, and tourism. The showcase features PHILBEX Davao, MAFBEX Davao, and TLEX Davao, reinforcing WSI’s commitment to making world-class trade events more accessible across...