In Photo: Japanese Ambassador to the PH Endo Kazuya in his second visit to Davao City Mayor Baste Duterte By Ivy Tejano DAVAO CITY — At least nine foreign embassies and representatives have visited Davao City since the beginning of the year, underscoring the city’s growing role as a hub for international cooperation, trade, and…
Sen. Christopher “Bong” Go warned that poor patients in far-flung areas are deprived of accessible medical services if health infrastructure projects are reduced to “white elephants.” Go, then Vice Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Health, sounded the alarm following concerns that some Super Health Centers (SHC) have been constructed but reportedly lack basic utilities…
Once again, whispers of Charter Change have resurfaced in the national political landscape—and with it comes the growing uneasiness of a people who have seen how power, when left unchecked, can slowly bend institutions to serve political interests rather than the nation itself. Recent claims and circulating reports about alleged meetings among influential political personalities…
The impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte is being sold as accountability. But it looks more like a purge dressed in constitutional language. Duterte should answer the allegations against her. No vice president should be above scrutiny. Misuse of public funds, corruption, unexplained wealth, and threats against public officials are serious charges. If proven, they…
By Ivy Tejano DAVAO CITY – A Davao City councilor is fast-tracking the proposed pilot implementation of a school-based feeding program in selected public elementary schools, with rollout scheduled for School Year 2026–2027. Councilor Antoinette Prinsipe, chairperson of the Committee on Education, Science and Technology, said the initiative is currently under legal review ahead of…
Board Member Bong Aala reaffirmed his unwavering support for Vice President Sara Duterte during his privilege speech delivered before the Provincial Board, expressing deep disappointment over the recent affirmative votes in the House of Representatives supporting the impeachment complaint against the Vice President. In his address, BM Aala described the impeachment move as politically motivated…
In the wake of a fire that struck Barangays 66, 148, and 185 in Pasay City, Senator Christopher “Bong” Go personally went to assist affected families, underscoring the need for immediate relief and long-term support systems for disaster victims. Amid the ongoing dry season, Go highlighted the need for stronger fire prevention and greater vigilance…
DAVAO CITY – Over 1,700 residents from nine barangays in Davao City have received free healthcare services through the Pulong-Pulong ni Pulong Medical Mission conducted from January to early May this year. The outreach program, led by the offices of First District Rep. Paolo Duterte and Vice Mayor Rodrigo Duterte II, deployed doctors, volunteer health…
Amid the economic challenges and rising living costs, Sen. Christopher “Bong” Go reaffirmed his commitment to stand by Filipinos in times of crisis as he personally led the distribution of aid to fire victims in Tondo. Go extended additional assistance to hundreds of families still recovering from a fire incident. He visited the affected community…
The numbers are staggering—and they should unsettle every Filipino who still believes in a secure economic future. As of end-2025, the country’s external debt stands at $147.65 billion, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. Meanwhile, total national government debt has ballooned to a record ₱17.7 trillion, as reported by ABS-CBN News Channel. While officials…
