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CHO advises outdoor workers, commuters to guard against haze exposure

Maya Padillo -
The Davao City Health Office (CHO) has called on outdoor workers, commuters, and other residents to take preventive measures against haze exposure, warning that polluted air may cause respiratory symptoms and eye irritation. In a public health advisory, the CHO provided safety recommendations for people who spend extended periods outdoors, especially those whose jobs and...

ECONOMY

iSON Group explores Mindanao expansion backed by US$300M digital infra fund

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Global telecommunications and technology company iSON Group is exploring expansion opportunities in Mindanao, with a US$300-million investment allocation for...

DA 11 eyes higher-value coffee industry as Davao growers gain specialty recognition

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The Department of Agriculture 11 (DA 11) is pushing to raise the value of the Davao Region’s coffee industry...

Davao Region sets P346-B investment target for 2028

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The Davao Region is targeting P346.02 billion in government investments for 2028, with infrastructure and social development projects making...

LIFESTYLE

Global Pacific’s Mindanao Team at WOFEX 2026: Bringing national insights home

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For four high-energy days from July 29 to August 1, 2026, the SMX Convention Center served as the epicenter for the country's largest gathering of chefs, restaurateurs, bakers, hotel operators, and food service professionals...

Pop Mart brings the thrill of collecting to Mindanao with first Davao pop-up

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The world of designer toys and blind box collectibles has officially arrived in Mindanao as Pop Mart opened its first-ever pop-up store in Davao City on Friday, giving collectors in the region a long-awaited...

Chef Bruce Lim highlights power of quality ingredients at WOFEX Mindanao

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Behind every memorable dish is a simple principle that many chefs live by: great cooking begins with great ingredients. For celebrity chef Bruce Lim, creating...

Sugar and Spice | Young talents shine in culinary, tourism events

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Creativity, sustainability, and student talent were on full display as learners from Joji Ilagan International Schools showcased their skills during JIB PRO X 2026...

Sugar and Spice | Manila Marriott kicks off 2026 with a fun and fabulous media get-together

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Manila Marriott Hotel at Newport World Resorts welcomed 2026 in style with a lively and festive “See You, Wonderful: The Philippine Media New Year...

SPORTS

Ginebra ousts Blackwater, braces for San Miguel in quarterfinals

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Barangay Ginebra survived a late challenge from Blackwater to secure a 101-96 victory in the final game of the PBA Governors’ Cup elimination round...

Yulo settles for eighth in floor exercise at World Championships in Rotterdam

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Double Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo finished eighth in the men’s floor exercise final at the FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Championships in Rotterdam, Netherlands,...

Eala aims to sustain winning momentum against world No. 13 Shnaider

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Filipina tennis star Alex Eala looks to maintain her winning form when she takes on world No. 13 Diana Shnaider in the Round of...

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