Davao City's Samantha Babol Umayan finishes second in the PSC-NCFP chess pre-finals, moving closer to her dream of joining the Philippine women's national chess team. Read about her journey and the upcoming grand finals.
The National Museum of the Philippines-Davao welcomes back the public after a 3-month closure due to earthquake damage. Free admission, new programs, and safe, restored exhibits await visitors.
Start 2026 actively at SM Lanang Davao! Enjoy bowling, archery & more at SM Bowling Center, join the Davao Women's Run, and support classrooms with Hope in a Movie. Discover events now!
The National Museum of the Philippines–Davao reopens on January 11, 2026, after a 3-month closure for earthquake repairs. Free admission continues. Visit and rediscover Mindanao's heritage.
Filipina tennis star Alexandra Eala advances to the ASB Classic semifinals after a straight-sets win over Magda Linette. She now faces China's Wang Xinyu. Read more!
Davao City Councilor Diosdado Mahipus Jr. urges LTO to suspend licenses of negligent drivers following a fatal accident on Coastal Road. Road crashes in the city surged by 31.3% in 2025.
Davao City begins processing business permit and tourism certificate renewals for 2026. Deadline is January 31. Learn locations and requirements here.
Davao City's one-stop shop for 2026 business permit renewal runs Jan 5-31. Renew at multiple sites or online. Avoid penalties, renew now!
PRO-Davao reports a significant 29.61% decrease in eight focus crimes for 2025. Rape and robbery cases saw the sharpest declines. Police aim to sustain or improve this trend in the new year.
Davao City's CDRRMO is hiring 55 new emergency personnel for EMS, Fire, and USAR to enhance 24/7 services. Learn about the qualifications and how to apply.
Eight years after the tragic NCCC Mall fire in Davao City, the local government continues its annual support for the families of the 38 victims, providing aid and remembrance. Read about their unwavering commitment.
Davao City's one-stop shop for 2026 business permit renewal runs Jan 5-31. Learn extended hours, online processing at appbts.davaocity.gov.ph, and contact details. Renew now to avoid penalties!
San Miguel's June Mar Fajardo is poised to win a historic 13th PBA Best Player of the Conference award. See his dominant stats and who trails the Cebuano giant in the race.
PRO-Davao reports one stray bullet incident and four firecracker-related injuries across the region this holiday season. Police are investigating the shooting in Hagonoy.
Davao City Council passes amendments to its 31-year-old Investment Code, expanding tax breaks for MSMEs and defining Priority Investment Areas to attract modern businesses. Learn about the new incentives.
Barangay Ginebra guard RJ Abarrientos earns PBA Press Corps Player of the Week honors after a stellar performance against Converge. Read about his impressive stats and journey.
Cebu Football Club's Daniel Gadia weds Cherry Bo Fernandez in a historic first wedding at a Cebu City stadium. Their love story, born on the pitch, culminates in a unique football field reception. Read their inspiring journey.
Davao Tourism Association urges private sector to boost local and international travel. Discover the success of the Davao Tourist Passport with 1.8M views and new member inductees.
Filipina tennis star Alex Eala secures a spot in the elite 2026 Kooyong Classic warm-up event in Melbourne. See her tough draw and her 2026 season opener in Auckland.
Davao City Police clarify a reported firecracker injury involving a child was false. The burn resulted from playing with alcohol. Authorities urge responsible social media sharing.
Filipina tennis star Alex Eala's 2025 season ended with a loss to Mirra Andreeva at the MGM Macau Tennis Masters. Despite the defeat, Eala reflects on a successful year where she reached a career-high ranking. Read more about her journey.
Davao Region achieved major infrastructure gains in 2025, with new bus routes, coastal roads, and bridges cutting travel times and fueling 7.9% economic growth. Discover the projects transforming commutes.
Davao City closed 2025 as Mindanao's top business hub. Discover how real estate, retail expansion, and controlled inflation fueled its growth and set the stage for 2026.
Davao City's new Roxas Greenway Park is now open, offering a 398-meter green space for fitness and community. Explore the latest addition to the city's sustainable urban development.
Davao City Government earns a 3-year ISO 9001:2015 recertification, affirming its commitment to quality public service, efficiency, and continuous improvement for Dabawenyos.
Davao City's 2025 holiday spirit shines through Giving Machines at Abreeza Mall and free jeepney rides, supporting local charities. Discover how Dabawenyos are making Christmas meaningful.
The Davao City Government has turned over 35 new vehicles worth P77 million to the local police, enhancing visibility and response times for public safety across the city.
Davao City halts Green GSM's all-electric taxi fleet for lacking permits. LTFRB says the company was warned. Read about the compliance issues and the future of EV transport in the city.
DA-Davao refutes claims of selling FMR projects, reaffirms transparent bidding. Details on recent P177M, P57M projects in Davao Region and a P65.5B backlog.
A new survey reveals Davao City residents are entering Christmas with strong hope, anchored on peace, safety, and inclusive growth. Discover their top wishes for 2026.