Sen. Francis “Chiz” Escudero on Monday welcomed Malacañang’s appointment of a new Health Secretary, saying the Palace’s action helps resolve the leadership issues that have recently hounded the Department of Health (DOH) and threatened to disrupt the implementation of Universal Health Care (UHC). Escudero said the decision provides “much‑needed clarity and stability” for the agency,…
photo courtesy: Kadayawan sa Davao facebook page Sa matag pag-abot sa Kadayawan, ang Davao ug ang tibuok Mindanao nagpintal sa kaugmaon sa mabulukon nga mga banderitas, sa humok nga tingog sa mga lumad nga nag-awit sa ilang kabilin, ug sa daghang tawo nga nagtapok aron magsaulog sa grasya sa Dios. Karon 2026 — lahi ang…
When Alexandra Eala lifted the championship trophy in Washington on Monday, she did more than become the first player from the Philippines to win a WTA Tour singles title. She completed one of the most demanding tournament runs of the season and delivered a moment that Philippine sports had imagined for decades but had never…
Night Drone Spray & ‘Kanyong Kawayan’ To Keep Birds Away From Sorghum Fields! One of the biggest challenges that we face in our Sorghum Seed Production is the presence of birds, like the Maya and Alimokon or White Eared Dove, which attack the fields as the grains ripen. A few birds would not have really…
Photo courtesy: Vatican News In every election, politicians ask for the trust of the people. They travel from barangay to barangay, shake hands in public markets, attend community gatherings, and deliver speeches filled with hope and promises. During the last election cycle, one slogan resonated deeply with millions of Filipinos: “Para sa Tunay na Pagbabago.”…
The prosecution lead counsel, Lorna Kapunan, is one of a kind. She argues her case in the Impeachment Court at the Senate Hall and in the Court of Public Opinion. In both situations she controls the situation. Consider this. When former State Auditor Roderick Wamil, the prosecution witness, was asked by Defense Lawyer, Atty. Michael…
Photo by CRSAFP For ten years, Filipinos have been told to take pride in our historic victory before the Permanent Court of Arbitration. We are reminded that international law is on our side, that our maritime rights have been affirmed, and that the world recognizes the legitimacy of our claims in the West Philippine Sea….
Photo courtesy: World Health Organization “You are one sickness away from poverty is no longer just a warning—it is the lived reality of millions.” – Dr. Tony Leachon (Public Health Advocate) The phrase “one sickness away from poverty” is a harsh reality reflecting the fragile financial security of many Filipinos. Specifically, we’re talking about the…
Photo courtesy: Aboitiz Power By Ivy Tejano DAVAO CITY – Davao Light and Power Co. Inc. is in talks with Therma South Inc. to secure 20 megawatts of additional power through an emergency power supply agreement to reduce its reliance on the costly Wholesale Electricity Spot Market. DLPC President and Chief Operating Officer Henriczar Tia…
By Ivy Tejano DAVAO CITY – Vice President Sara Duterte joined Dabavaoeños at the Thanksgiving Mass at San Pedro Cathedral in Davao City, marking the formal opening of the 2026 Kadayawan Festival last Thursday. Duterte said she was pleased to attend the Thanksgiving Mass, presided over by Romulo G. Valles and attended by city officials,…
