
DENR Demands Explanation from Davao Mayor Duterte Over Alleged Illegal Waste Dumping
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has sought an explanation from Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte concerning alleged illegal waste dumping outside its Region XI office. The department also filed a complaint against the mayor.

Palace Slams Davao Mayor Baste Duterte for Ordering Trash Dumped at DENR
Malacañang has criticized Davao City Mayor Baste Duterte for ordering trash to be dumped at the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Davao office, following his criticism of the DENR's 'bureaucratic ineptitude' over the closure of the city's sanitary landfill.

Environmental Group Calls for Action on Davao's Garbage Crisis
An environmental group has highlighted a critical waste management crisis in Davao City, Philippines, following a recent landfill collapse.

Body recovered in collapsed mound of trash in Davao landfill
DAVAO CITY — The body of a 78-year-old woman who was reported missing during the landfill slide on May 20 was recovered around 4:32 p.m.

Davao City Mayor Baste Duterte Criticizes President Marcos Jr.
Davao City Mayor Sebastian 'Baste' Duterte has publicly accused President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of having no achievements as the country's chief executive during a recent speech.

Juvenile Philippine Eagle Spotted in Davao Watershed
A juvenile Philippine Eagle was sighted in the Panigan-Tamugan Subwatershed in Davao City during a habitat assessment conducted from May 5 to May 8.

Quiboloy rally leader sentenced to jail for blocking police manhunt
A Quezon City court has sentenced a member of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) to four months in jail for instigating a road blockade in Davao City to stall the police manhunt for the sect’s leader.

Direct Flights Between Davao City and Manado Revived
The Mindanao Development Authority announced the revival of direct flights between Davao City and Manado, aiming to reduce travel time and boost trade between Mindanao and North Sulawesi.

Davao City Mayor Defends Remark on President Marcos
Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla stated that Davao City Mayor Sebastian 'Baste' Duterte's remark about 'needing President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos' head' is within his rights.

Baste Duterte Appointed President of PDP Laban
Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte has been officially appointed as the president of the Partido Demokratiko Pilipino (PDP) Laban, succeeding Senator Robin Padilla.

AI Drone Project Launched to Detect Banana Disease in Davao Region
The Department of Agriculture in Davao Region (DA-11) and Japanese firm E-Supportlink Co., Ltd. have partnered to launch an AI-powered drone pilot project aimed at detecting banana plant diseases and counting plants in Davao City farms.

Fact Check Debunks Viral Post on Brunei Oil Shipment to Davao City
A viral post claiming Brunei oil was being shipped to Davao City has been debunked, with city officials stating there is no information or discussions regarding such a supply.

BI Agents Arrest American and Korean Fugitives in Davao City
Bureau of Immigration operatives in Davao City have arrested two foreign fugitives, an American and a Korean, in separate operations.

Death toll climbs to 8 in Davao region due to landslides
DAVAO CITY, Philippines — The death toll from landslides and flooding caused by a shear line has risen to eight in the Davao region, after one more person was reported killed when a ball mill facility

Final Homecoming for Davao's 'Gentle Giant'
Thousands of mourners gathered at the Christ the King Chapel in Davao City for the final homecoming of a prominent figure, referred to as the 'Gentle Giant'.

Davao City Initiates Disinfection Operations Amidst Landfill Shutdown and Garbage Accumulation
Following the shutdown of its sanitary landfill, Davao City's Health Office has commenced disinfection and decontamination operations in areas where garbage has piled up to prevent disease.

Davao City Faces Worsening Garbage Crisis Amid Landfill Closure
Garbage collection and disposal in Davao City, Philippines, have been severely disrupted following the suspension of operations at the city's main landfill, as search and retrieval efforts continue for a woman buried there.

Malacañang Debunks Rep. Duterte's Claim on Davao City Funding
Malacañang debunked Davao City First District Rep. Paolo Duterte's claim that the city received no support from the national government since the Marcos administration took over, stating it received P7.8 billion.

Davao Landfill Collapse Prompts Shutdown Consideration
A sanitary landfill in Barangay New Carmen, Davao City, collapsed on Wednesday, burying one person and injuring two. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources is now considering its temporary shutdown.

Former Davao Police Chief Dela Rosa Summoned Over Extrajudicial Killings Probe
Former Davao City police chief Bato dela Rosa has been summoned by the PNP for an investigation into the 'facts and circumstances' related to alleged extrajudicial killings in the Davao Region.

National University Opens First Mindanao Campus in Davao
National University has inaugurated its first campus in Mindanao, located in Davao City, enhancing the region's role as an educational hub.

Samal Island Secures 50-MW Power Supply via Submarine Cable
Samal Island in Davao del Norte will soon receive a reliable 50-megawatt power supply after Aboitiz Power Corporation activated a new submarine cable linking the island to the Davao City mainland grid. This infrastructure aims to provide stable electricity to the island.

Baste Duterte takes leadership of PDP party
Davao City Mayor Sebastian "Baste" Duterte has assumed leadership of the Partido Demokratiko Pilipino (PDP) party, which previously propelled his father to the presidency. This move comes amidst his sister Sara's potential 2028 presidential bid.

Philippine Lawmaker Paolo Duterte Criticizes Senate President Sotto on China Stance
Davao City Rep. Paolo Duterte has publicly criticized Senate President Vicente Sotto III for his changed stance on joint oil exploration with China, questioning his motives.

Davao City Celebrates Charter Day, Focuses on Duterte's 81st Birthday
Davao City's charter day celebration turned into a political gathering, highlighting former President Duterte's 81st birthday and serving as a political hub for his supporters.

Davao bird sanctuary produces new Philippine eagle chick
DAVAO CITY—The National Bird Breeding Sanctuary (NBBS) in Barangay Eden here has produced another eaglet, marking a breakthrough for the conservation of the critically endangered Philippine eagle (Pithecophaga jefferyi). The Philippine Eagle Foundation (PEF) on Tuesday presented to the public 3-month-old Philippine eagle called “Chick 32,” produced through cooperative artificial insemination. It is the offspring

Rescued, captive-bred PH eagles undergo health check
DAVAO CITY, Philippines — A total of 18 captive-bred and rescued Philippine eagles underwent thorough physical checkups at the Philippine Eagle Center. The annual examinations, which began last Feb. 18 and lasted two nights, included blood work and other laboratory tests. The physical checkup is a routine procedure for the critically endangered raptors to ensure

DILG to Investigate Davao City Mayor Baste Duterte Over Garbage Dumping Incident
Davao City Mayor Sebastian 'Baste' Duterte and other city officials will be investigated by the DILG for possible administrative lapses after ordering the dumping of garbage in front of a regional DENR office.

Davao City Mayor Orders Garbage Dumped at DENR Office Amid Crisis
Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte ordered the dumping of garbage outside the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) office in protest of the city's mounting waste crisis, prompting the DENR to condemn the action and clarify that President Marcos was not involved in a landfill suspension.

Firearms Revocation Order Served to Senator Dela Rosa in Davao City
The Police Regional Office 11 confirmed that the order revoking the firearms privilege of Senator Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa has been served in Davao City.

Philippine Palace Responds to Baste Duterte on Drug War
Malacañang stated that the Marcos administration can address illegal drug use without extrajudicial killings, in response to Davao City Mayor Sebastian "Baste" Duterte's recent remarks.

Davao City Hit by Floods and Landfill Collapse, Two Missing
Davao City has been affected by significant natural disasters, including widespread floods that displaced over 1,000 residents. Concurrently, a landfill collapse in the city has prompted an ongoing search for two missing individuals.

Fact Check Debunks Fictional Character in Davao City Railway Deal Claim
A fact-check report has debunked a social media post falsely claiming a Davao City railway deal used an image of a fictional anime character as a 'Japanese governor,' confirming no such deal has been signed.

NBI Expands Probe into Threats Against Philippine First Family
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has issued an administrative order to investigate all individuals making threats against the First Family, not limited to Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte.

DILG Chief Dismisses Duterte's Threats Against Marcos
Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla stated that Davao City Mayor Baste Duterte's pronouncements against President Marcos should not be considered a threat, dismissing them as 'just talk'.

Sebastian Duterte Named PDP-Laban President
Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte has taken over the leadership of the PDP-Laban party, while his father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, remains the chairman.

Palace Press Officer Castro Responds to Paolo Duterte on Marcos Jr. Corruption Allegations
Palace Press Officer Claire Castro stated that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. desires corruption investigations to continue beyond his term and also told Davao City Rep. Paolo Duterte not to blame Marcos Jr. for alleged past corruption.

Man Arrested in Davao City for Online Sexual Exploitation
A 36-year-old man was arrested in Davao City, Philippines, for allegedly offering to sexually exploit three male individuals online for pay. The arrest was made by the Philippine National Police Women and Children Protection Center.

Philippine Eagle Foundation announces adoption of ‘Chick #32’
DAVAO CITY – The Philippine Eagle Foundation (PEF) on Tuesday announced the adoption of its three-month old Philippine Eagle, Chick #32. PEF named it “Bayani,” the Filipino word for hero.

COA upholds refund order vs Gardiola firm over irregular Davao road project
The Commission on Audit says E. Gardiola Construction and Department of Public Works and Highways engineers in Davao City are liable for a road project that was found to be 'grossly overpriced'