Samal Tourism Recovers: Over 20 Boats Daily for Island Hopping
Sta. Ana Wharf sees a holiday rush as Samal island hopping recovers from the 2025 quakes. Tour guides report 20-25 daily departures. Discover the surge and Coast Guard safety stats.
Sta. Ana Wharf sees a holiday rush as Samal island hopping recovers from the 2025 quakes. Tour guides report 20-25 daily departures. Discover the surge and Coast Guard safety stats.
Mindanao Development Authority Chair Leo Tereso Magno outlines 2026 vision, emphasizing collaboration, people-centered development, and sustained peace for the island's progress. Read the full message.
A 45-year-old widower is torn after a 23-year-old female colleague confesses her feelings. An advice columnist weighs in on the legal and emotional complexities of their potential relationship. Read the full story.
A poignant Filipino poem reveals how love is found in the smallest details of daily life, from crowded streets to shared glances. Discover the beauty in the mundane.
An inventory accountant's life is upended when a secretary reveals her pregnancy, forcing him to choose between her and his long-term girlfriend. Discover the twist that changes everything.
A 28-year-old professional seeks advice from Papa Joe about a strained relationship with a partner working in the Middle East. Read the heartfelt letter and the candid response on navigating trust and future plans.
A New Year's Eve reflection explores Jesus's radical call to love our enemies, addressing its difficulty and real-world application in the Philippine context. Discover the path to a divinely blessed year.
The new OFW Airport Lounge at Davao International Airport offers comfort & services to migrant workers, marking a key step in decentralizing gov't support. Read more.
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.
Southern Philippines Medical Center in Davao launches a P300M robotic surgery & neurorehabilitation facility, expanding advanced healthcare access in Mindanao. 23 patients already treated.
A man's vacation to his girlfriend's family in Mindanao leads to a shocking discovery: a photo of his ex and a boy who looks just like him. He seeks advice on revealing the truth.
Borough Lasik Center opens in Cagayan de Oro, offering LASIK and bladeless cataract surgery. Achieve 20/20 vision with world-class technology. Book your screening today!
Mindanao's banana exports face steep decline as Vietnam captures China market. Industry leaders cite tariffs, rising costs, and disease as major threats to the sector's future. Learn more about the challenges and outlook.
MinDA Chair Leo Magno refutes claims labeling Mindanao a terror hotspot after Bondi Beach attack reports. He warns of economic damage and highlights the region's peace progress.
Philippine authorities confirm Davao visit by Sydney attack suspects but find no evidence of extremist training. Officials push back against labeling Mindanao a 'terror hotspot'. Read the full investigation.
A new eight-classroom school, donated by Davao's Fil-Chinese community, brings hope and safe learning to Tulunan students six years after devastating earthquakes destroyed their old campus.
Philippine durian shipments to China fell sharply in 2025 due to extreme weather. Industry leaders seek new markets and productivity gains to recover. #Philippines #Agriculture
A 36-year-old woman seeks advice on choosing between her responsible single dad boyfriend and an ex who cheated multiple times. Read Noy Kulas's insightful guidance on love and character.
Creba-Davao's meeting featured MinDA's Romeo Montenegro highlighting the region's investment boom and Davao's BPO rise. Read about the new chapter officers and the shift in Mindanao's narrative.
A 27-year-old Filipina named Anna seeks advice from Papa Joe after her boyfriend of five years proposed. She now questions her readiness for marriage and if he's her ideal life partner. Read the full story and advice.
Davao City Overland Transport Terminal nears its P50M 2025 revenue target, driven by peak holiday passenger traffic. Manager Aisa Usop expects to exceed the goal, citing strong 2024 performance.
Philippine officials, including President Marcos, firmly dismiss allegations linking the country to terrorist training for suspects in the Sydney Bondi Beach shooting. The NSC finds no evidence to support the claims. Read the full statement.
In Sibonga, Cebu, Lola Opelia's dementia unveils a heartbreaking secret love for Miguel, a professor, hidden for decades from her family. Discover the power of enduring memory.
DCott launches Mindanao's longest direct bus route from Davao to Zamboanga City. Travel time is 18 hours, with fares from P1,200. Plan your trip now!
European Chamber Chairman Antonio Peralta criticizes unverified claims linking Mindanao to the Sydney mass shooting, highlighting the region's strong economic growth and investor confidence. Read more.
Westmincom commander Lt. Gen. Donald Gumiran says the CPP's 4-day Christmas ceasefire is not true peace. He urges NPA rebels to surrender and avail of gov't reintegration programs.
Davao Light reduces residential power rate for December 2025 billing. Lower WESM prices drive savings. Company urges mindful consumption during holidays despite the cut.
Mindanao Development Authority formalized five strategic MOUs with South Korean firms on Dec 10, 2025, covering renewable energy, nickel processing, and safety tech to position the region as a prime investment hub.
Mindanao officials pitch Davao Region to Hyundai for data center and small modular reactor investments. The move aims to boost digital infrastructure and clean energy, aligning with national goals.