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PDEA 11 intercepts suspected marijuana shipment at Davao City courier warehouse

The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency 11 (PDEA 11)-Seaport Interdiction Unit intercepted a large shipment of suspected marijuana and marijuana-infused products concealed within courier parcels...

Consistent, fact-based messaging seen vital to attract investment to Mindanao

Honorary Consul for Finland Antonio Peralta said on Friday that foreign investors remain bullish on Mindanao, stressing that accurate information and consistent messaging are...
Former President Rodrigo Duterte tells the International Criminal Court (ICC) to hurry up and begin its investigation in the alleged crimes against humanity in his anti-drug campaign before he dies. LEAN DAVAL JR

ICC denies FPRRD’s request for additional expert report on cognitive condition

The International Criminal Court (ICC) Pre-Trial Chamber I on Wednesday, rejected a defense request by former President Rodrigo Duterte for an additional expert assessment...

Dad to push for ordinance protecting delivery riders

Councilor Danny Dayanghirang, chair of the Committee on Finance, Ways and Means, will be filing an ordinance aimed at protecting delivery riders in Davao...

DCPO records over 5K arrests in 2025

The Davao City Police Office (DCPO) reported strong gains in its law enforcement efforts in 2025, with a total of 5,153 arrests across the...

Health Card issuance starts January 7, 2026

The City Health Office (CHO) will begin issuing health cards on January 7, 2026, at the 5th floor of Gaisano Ilustre, as a measure...
Vice Mayor J. Melchor Quitain, Jr., says they discussed with the delegation from Fuzhou, the capital of Fujian Province in the People’s Republic of China, potential areas of investments in Davao, the upcoming sister city agreement, and future collaborations during a meeting on Friday. LEAN DAVAL JR

Committee secures inventory of city-owned properties for public use

Councilor J. Melchor Quitain Jr., chair of the Committee on City-Owned Real Properties, revealed on Tuesday that the committee has completed an inventory of...

NBI 11 admits uphill battle in Bucol slay; suspect allegedly from law enforcement

The National Bureau of Investigation 11 (NBI 11) has admitted facing serious obstacles in solving the brutal killing of Tres de Mayo Barangay Captain...

Councilor open to revisiting firecracker ban, sees regulated fireworks displays

Councilor Danny Dayanghirang, chair of the City Council’s Committee on Finance, Ways and Means, and Appropriations, has expressed on Tuesday openness to revisiting Davao...

Tougher administrative action vs dangerous drivers urged

Citing a surge in road mishaps during the December holiday period, Councilor Diosdado Angelo Mahipus Jr. on Tuesday called for stronger and swifter administrative...