Davao City's Office of the City Building Official (OCBO) mandates subdivision developers to provide essential documents for building permits. Failure to comply causes delays for unit owners. Learn about the required papers and developer obligations.
Davao City Health Office secures numerous accolades at the DOH Harmonized Health Awards 2025, recognized for child health, UHC, and healthy workplaces. Discover the city's health achievements.
Davao City Government awards P100,000 cash and plaques to 24 centenarians in 2025 under a local ordinance. Learn how to apply for the benefit for your elderly relatives.
DTI and Davao City's new Office of Culture, Arts, and Heritage join forces to integrate local artists into the formal economy and unlock market access under the PCIDA law.
The Happy Animals Club challenges Davao City's statement on a planned public shelter, citing broken promises. The shelter faces eviction and needs ₱9 million to move 350 animals by year's end.
Explore Davao Region with the new Davao Tourist Passport. Get discounts, exclusive promos, and curated travel guides for P500. Valid for all of 2026. Discover more!
Governor Raul Mabanglo leads site inspection for a new senior care facility in Barangay Pasian, Monkayo. The project aims to provide dignified care for Davao de Oro's elderly. Read more.
DILG-Davao awaits national office guidance on the official status of Acting Mayor Sebastian Duterte and Acting Vice Mayor Rodrigo Duterte II. Read the latest updates on the succession.
A Davao-based firm invests P500 million in a new convention center in Maa, set to rival SMX Davao. This major project signals robust growth in the city's MICE sector and economy. Read more.
BDO Unibank secures $500 million from a five-year offshore bond sale, oversubscribed by more than 3 times. Funds will support lending and corporate growth. Read the details.
Mandaue City officials draft an ordinance requiring all graduating senior high and college students to plant trees. The move aims to combat climate change and involve youth in environmental protection.
DBM guarantees timely release of PHP113 billion PhilHealth subsidy in 2026 budget, doubling government support for universal healthcare. Learn how this impacts Filipino health coverage.
A 68-year-old man in Maribojoc, Bohol, died after falling into a deep, unfenced pit near his home. Police confirm no foul play in the tragic accident. Read more.
Davao City introduces 10 modern buses under DIBS program, offering free rides starting December 5. New system aims to ease rush hour congestion with 124 bus stops across key routes.
The 2026 national budget allocates PHP67B for free higher education, benefiting 5.7M students in SUCs and LUCs. Discover how this investment shapes the future of Filipino youth.
BDO Unibank successfully priced USD500 million in five-year senior notes, attracting USD1.6 billion in orders. Learn how this supports the bank's lending strategy in the Philippines.
Davao City Council confirms no discussions yet for Rodrigo 'Rigo' Duterte II's council seat replacement as he prepares to assume vice mayor role. Learn about the succession process.
DTI-Davao launches the inaugural Madayaw Trade Fair from Dec 4-7 at Shangri-La Plaza, featuring 27 SMEs & targeting P5M in sales. Discover Davao's finest coffee, cacao & crafts.
Davao City Government issues Executive Order for Youth Development Council implementation. Learn about the new guidelines, membership structure, and how Dabawenyo youth can participate.
Davao City emerges as top 5 fastest-growing highly urbanized city with 7.9% growth, contributing ₱574.72B to national GDP. Discover Davao's economic surge.
Davao City's Co Su Gian Home for the Aged celebrates 32 years of providing compassionate care to elderly residents. Learn about their future plans and how they serve the community.
Vice President Sara Duterte thanked thousands of supporters at a pre-dawn run in Davao City for former President Rodrigo Duterte. She addressed rumors about his health and the family's ongoing ICC appeal. Read the full story.
A 67-year-old woman died from a possible heart attack after a fire broke out in Daanbantayan, Cebu. The blaze caused an estimated P100,000 in damages. Read more.
Davao City's 2025 Pasko Fiesta proceeds with a P44M budget and a new Filipino theme 'Paskong Dabawenyo, Paskong Pilipino'. Opening November 27. Join the celebration!
Davao City Police is deploying over 16,000 personnel for Pasko Fiesta security. Discover how the city ensures a safe holiday season with this massive operation.
PSA reports a widening inflation gap in Davao Region. Davao del Sur hits 1.8% while Davao City slows to 1.2%. Discover the key drivers and household impacts.
Nordeco asserts its legal authority as Davao del Norte's power distributor amid Davao Light's P1 billion expansion plan. Supreme Court battle continues over franchise rights.
Brig. Gen. Leon Victor Z. Rosete formally resumes command of Police Regional Office-Davao Region. Discover the strategic implications for regional security and the 'Bagong PNP' reforms.
Gymnasts Jiahn Rych Madridano and Abigail Rose Morrison lead Davao City's charge after a stunning performance at the Dcaa Meet 2025. Discover their journey and goals for the upcoming Davraa Meet.
PDEA-Davao explains mandatory protocols for random student drug testing, including MOA with PDEA and parental consent. Learn about legal safeguards and prevention programs.