Former President Rodrigo Duterte Eyes Mayoral Comeback RODRIGO DUTERTE – Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has decided to run again for mayor in Davao City. Duterte has announced his intention to run for public office again, but this time on a more local level. Duterte, who served as president from 2016 to 2022, now plans … Read more
Duterte Legacy Continues: Grandson Files COC for Davao City Councilor RODRIGO DUTERTE – Rigo Duterte II is the most recent member of the Duterte family to enter politics. The newest member of the Duterte family to enter politics is Rodrigo “Rigo” Duterte II, the grandson and namesake of the late President Rodrigo Duterte. By submitting … Read more
Bong Go Criticized by Baste Duterte BASTE DUTERTE – The Davao City Mayor criticized Senator Bong Go again, following earlier remarks questioning Go’s silence on Davao City issues. Sebastian “Baste” Zimmerman Duterte is a politician currently serving as the Mayor of Davao City since June 30, 2022. He previously held the position of vice mayor … Read more
In Davao City, Mayor Baste Duterte declares ‘war on drugs’ DAVAO CITY – Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte declared a “war on drugs” in the city of Davao due to the reported resurgence of illegal drug cases. The mayor announced this during a “change of command” ceremony at the Davao City Police Office last Friday, March … Read more
In Davao City, a delivery rider was arrested over ‘holdup me’ scheme HOLDUP ME – A young delivery rider, who was the first to report to the police about the recent robbery of his earnings in Davao City, is now behind bars. According to the police report, the suspect was identified as Bryan Sistual Capote, … Read more
Several parts of Davao City experienced massive flooding due to heavy rains DAVAO CITY – Several parts of the city particularly southern areas, experienced massive flooding due to heavy rainfall that occurred on the night of November 8, 2023. The unusual and powerful flood washed away numerous vehicles and caused significant damage, particularly in Samantha … Read more
Banakon enters house in Davao BANAKON or KING COBRA – The highly venomous snake has caused a ruckus after entering a house in Davao City. The King Cobra, scientifically known as Ophiophagus hannah, is a highly venomous snake that can pose significant risks if it enters a house or comes into close proximity to humans. … Read more
Duterte went malling in the city of Davao RODRIGO DUTERTE – The former president of the Republic of the Philippines went malling in Davao City. Duterte steps down as the country’s chief executive last June 30, in time with the inauguration and oath-taking of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. After serving the country for six … Read more
Davao City likened to North Korea and Russia by a netizen DAVAO – A netizen earned the ire of some netizens after she compared the said city to North Korea and Russia. North Korea is a country led by a dictator, Supreme leader Kim Jong-un. It has been involved in wars and conflicts throughout history. … Read more
Davao City declared Walden Bello “persona non grata”. On Tuesday, Davao City declared vice-presidential candidate Walden Bello “persona non grata” after he claimed that the city is the “drug center of the South”. Signed by City Councilor Danilo Dayanghirang, the proposed resolution said that Walden’s “malicious tirades” discredit the efforts and commitment of the city … Read more