Tag: Davao City
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Dela Rosa Pushes Responsible Gun Ownership at 25th Arms Expo
Introduction: A Message of Responsibility and Resilience In Davao City, Senator Ronald Dela Rosa underscored his unwavering support for responsible gun ownership amid political and environmental headwinds as he led the opening of the 25th Tactical, Survival, and Arms Expo 2025 at the SMX Convention Center, SM Lanang, on October 16. The event, organized by…
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Dela Rosa Champions Responsible Gun Ownership at 25th Tactical, Survival, and Arms Expo 2025
Opening of the 25th Tactical, Survival, and Arms Expo 2025 In Davao City, the 25th edition of the Tactical, Survival, and Arms Expo kicked off at the SMX Convention Center in SM Lanang, with Senator Ronald dela Rosa at the helm. The opening ceremony highlighted a continued commitment to responsible gun ownership and resilience amid…
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Gossip Girl: Onstage During an Earthquake — A Host’s Calm in Davao City
Onstage in Davao: The Moment Everything Shook Last October 10, in Davao City, I was hosting the 25th anniversary of Borromeo Insurance Agency at Casa Mayor when the stage began to tremble at exactly 7:12 p.m. The lights swayed, the floor vibrated, and for a heartbeat I feared the chandeliers might step into a TikTok…
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Gossip Girl: Earthquake Onstage in Davao — A Host’s Real Quake Experience
Onstage and in the Moment: When the Earth Shook in Davao Last Oct. 10, at exactly 7:12 p.m., I was onstage hosting the 25th anniversary of Borromeo Insurance Agency at Casa Mayor in Davao City when the entire stage began to tremble. At first, I thought my hosting energy had finally unleashed a new kind…
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Sara Duterte Silent on ICC Decision: How the Court’s Ruling Shapes Duterte Family Narrative
Overview: The ICC Decision and the Duterte Family The International Criminal Court’s (ICC) October 10 ruling denying interim release for former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has become a flashpoint in the nation’s political dialogue. The decision cited public statements by Sara Duterte, the vice president and former city mayor, and suggested a perceived influence by…
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Sara Duterte silent on ICC ruling denying Duterte’s interim release as court cites family influence
Overview: ICC decision and the daughter’s silence The International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague recently denied former President Rodrigo Duterte’s request for interim release, a decision prompting extensive commentary about political influence in the Philippines. As the ruling drew headlines abroad, Vice President Sara Duterte remained tight-lipped as of late Friday into Saturday, refraining…
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Philippines Faces Tsunami Warning After Magnitude 7.4 Earthquake in Mindanao
Overview: Earthquake strikes Mindanao and triggers a tsunami warning An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.4 struck the Mindanao region in the Philippines, prompting authorities to issue a tsunami warning for several coastal provinces. The quake sent tremors through cities including Davao, triggering immediate evacuations and chaos as hospitals and streets emptied in response to…
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Philippines Tsunami Warning After 7.4 Earthquake Hits Mindanao
Overview: 7.4 Magnitude Quake Shakes Mindanao A powerful earthquake measuring 7.4 struck the Mindanao region of the Philippines on Friday morning, triggering a nationwide tsunami warning and forcing rapid evacuations in coastal and urban areas. State broadcaster PTV published images showing chaotic scenes outside hospitals in Davao City as patients and staff rushed to evacuate,…
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Culinary Experts Urge Mindanao to Build a Strong Food Culture to Boost Tourism
Mindanao’s Plate: A Path to Stronger Tourism In Davao City, a rallying call from culinary experts and entrepreneurs is turning the spotlight onto Mindanao’s food culture as a catalyst for tourism growth. During the Taste Talk in the Future Menus 2025: The Taste Kitchen event at Acacia Hotel Davao, country executive chef Kenneth Cacho of…
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BARMM Halal Certification and Food Safety Roadmap Unveiled
Introduction: Building a Route to Quality and Market Access The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) recently hosted a pivotal forum in Davao City that united farmers, food producers, and regulators with international partners to map a clear path toward Halal certification and robust food safety standards. Spearheaded by UNIDO and BARMM’s Ministry of…