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539 hectares of tree plantations in Malaybalay burned since February

539 hectares of tree plantations in Malaybalay burned since February

Source: MindaNews MALAYBALAY CITY (MindaNews / 20 April) - A total of 54 forest fire incidents from February 2 until April 15 have burned 539 hectares of tree plantations in the city, an official said. This means an average of around hectares being burned each day during the period. Ninety-eight percent

Dry spell losses exceed P300 million in Cotabato province

Dry spell losses exceed P300 million in Cotabato province

Source: Rappler Author: Herbie G GENERAL SANTOS, Philippines - The prolonged dry spell is also wreaking havoc in Mindanao's Soccsksargen region, with Cotabato province alone seeing more than P300 million in agricultural losses due to the rising temperatures and dry weather conditions. Ruel Villanueva, administrative officer of Cotabato&

Davao delivery riders seek exemption from business permits, other fees

Davao delivery riders seek exemption from business permits, other fees

Source: MindaNews DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 20 April) - A group of delivery riders will petition the city council to amend the Davao City Revenue Code to make them exempt from paying business permits and other fees. Eduardo Quijano, United Davao Delivery Riders Association (UDDRA) president said they are preparing to

Poverty strengthens political dynasties in PH, says ex-President Duterte

Poverty strengthens political dynasties in PH, says ex-President Duterte

Source: MindaNews DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 20 April) - Political dynasties continue to thrive in the Philippines due to "poverty," forcing constituents of politicians to depend on them for hard infrastructures and basic social services, former President Rodrigo R. Duterte said during the 42nd anniversary celebration and national council

Bangsamoro Airways to launch maiden flight on April 24

Bangsamoro Airways to launch maiden flight on April 24

Source: Rappler Author: Mia Gonzalez COTABATO CITY, Philippines - New local airline Bangsamoro Airways will embark on its maiden flight on Wednesday, April 24. Bangsamoro Airways will initially fly to Zamboanga City and Sulu. It will carry six to 10 passengers, including the pilots, according to a press statement of

Ironman 70.3 Lapu-Lapu takes flight

Ironman 70.3 Lapu-Lapu takes flight

Source: The Manila times CEBU, Philippines: The IRONMAN 70.3 Lapu-Lapu sets the stage for a stirring showcase of endurance and athleticism as it kicks off Sunday, April 21 at the Mactan Newtown in Cebu. With a diverse field of over 1,400 participants, representing 55 countries, including 24 professional

PDP without 'Laban' endorses Go, Dela Rosa, Tolentino for 2025 polls

PDP without 'Laban' endorses Go, Dela Rosa, Tolentino for 2025 polls

Source: Rappler CEBU, Philippines - The Duterte-led Partido Demokratiko Pilipino (PDP) officially removed "Laban" from its name and endorsed the reelection bid of Senators Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa, Francis Tolentino, and Bong Go for the 2025 midterm elections. The endorsements for the reelectionists and amendments to