Maguindanao: A Deeply Misunderstood Portion of the Philippines
Maguindanao, for most Filipinos, is a blood field. The site was a living story of what happened during the Maguindanao massacre, also known as the Mamasapano encounter in November 23, 2009 which pilfered 58 lives. I have to admit this the reason that discouraged me to visit the place. Dude, how I regretted that. Maguindanao is deeply misunderstood portion of...
Davao’s December: Tragedy and Glory
Few days before Christmas, Tropical Storm Vinta brought heavy rains and widespread flooding in Davao Region. Davao City was not spared during the onslaught of Vinta. There are estimated 18,603 families in 25 barangays which had been affected by the flood. While the rescuers and authorities were trying to rescue the affected people, a fire broke out in one...
A faith that counts
Yahweh is near to the broken-hearted, he helps those whose spirit is crushed. Though hardships without number beset the upright, Yahweh brings rescue from them all. - Psalm 34:18-19 This passage speaks about how God works in the life of his broken-hearted people. This is not superficial, but evident as the concrete walls around us. But it would only be evident...
One Southeastern Mindanao Declaring the ‘Good Fight’ of Roman Catholic Faith
On October 28-29, 2017, 961 Youth for Christ took part in the 20th Regional Youth Conference that was held in Manga Tagum City National Highschool. This year’s RYC instilled to the youth the importance of appreciating genuine faith through understanding the basic concepts of the Roman Catholic faith and its church. Various activities such as competitions and workshops were designed...
Top Faces of Davao Campus Edition – VOTE NOW!
For five years, Davao Eagle Online has been dedicated to discovering local talents in the region including people who have made an impact in the society both on and offline. Top Faces of Davao is a trademark project of Davao Eagle Online that aims to recognize outstanding individuals in the region. This year, the Top Faces of Davao Campus Edition...
Tagumenya beauties reign supreme in Bb. DavNor 2017
Tagum City, Davao del Norte – After more than a decade since its last edition, the search for Binibing DavNor this year crowned two Tagumenyas as the fairest in the province. Mary Joy De Castro, a beginner in the world of pageantry, bested 17 other hopefuls in the glitzy search, claiming the crown, the 200,000-peso cash prize and the title...
The Bangala of Cotabato
"If we are to achieve a richer culture, rich in contrasting values, we must recognize the whole gamut of human potentialities, and so weave a less arbitrary social fabric, one in which each diverse human gift will find a fitting place." - Margaret Mead Sporting a hijab on a runway is not the first in the world. In May, models with...
Leave the City, Run to the Sea!
It's already Summer and you're still stuck with bunch of papers and other workload. I really believe you need a little rest and a quick escape from your stressful table and have very nice summer dip. Well this might inspire you. Last March, together with my #DDIBarkada, WayPh brings us to a one memorable summer experience. We went island hopping at Samal...
