DCPO activates Oplan Defense to intensify border controls and secure Davao City after a recent explosion during a Catholic Mass. Police stations are leading the initiative, conducting restrictive vehicle checks and collaborating with other agencies for peace and order. The city remains on high alert, deploying personnel in major churches and mosques and implementing one-entrance-and-exit policies. Oplan Defense is part of DCPO's campaign against criminality and terrorism, aiming to protect residents and visitors. Meanwhile, the Police Provincial Office of Lanao del Sur has formed a Special Investigation Task Group-MSU Marawi to expedite the investigation process, identifying two persons of interest linked to the DI-Maute group. The blast resulted in four deaths and over 50 injuries, sparking concerns and prompting the city to urge the public to avoid believing in fake news about the suspects.
DAVAO CITY: Some 30 youth students from the Ata-Manobo tribe have received financial support from revenues of the tourism center established by the Tatag IP (Indigenous peoples) Students Foundation Incorporated (TIPSF Inc.) at Purok 6A, Santo Niño, Talaingod, Davao del Norte.