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DAVAO City is poised to become a hotbed for literature and creativity

 DAVAO City is poised to become a hotbed for literature and creativity, due to a growing number of grassroots initiatives supporting local writers, readers, and storytellers of all ages.

Leading the charge is KB Meniado, a Davaoeña writer and community builder who believes that Davao can become a “city of stories and art”.

Read more: https://mindanaotimes.com.ph/davaoena-led-initiative.../

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78,000 affected by massive flooding in Maguindanao del Sur

By Keith Bacongco

DAVAO CITY – A massive flooding has affected at least 78,000 individuals in the low-lying towns of Maguindanao del Sur in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) due to torrential rains from the Inter-Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) since May 14.

A report dated May 17 from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council said flooding has affected 78,190 persons from 47 barangays in the towns of Ampatuan, Datu Abdullah Sangki, Datu Saudi Ampatuan, Shariff Aguak, and Shariff Saydona Mustapha.

The NDRRMC is validating reports that three houses were reportedly damaged due to a landslide in Ampatuan, which has the highest number of affected persons with 24,930.

Affected towns are located in the periphery of the 200,000-hectare Ligawasan Marsh that straddles across the provinces of Cotabato, Maguindanao del Norte, Maguindanao del Sur, and Sultan Kudarat.

Ligawasan Marsh serves as the catch basin of waterways that flow from the mountains of Bukidnon and Sultan Kudarat.

Local government officials and concerned agencies have acknowledged that the recurring flood is due to heavy deposit of silt in the Ligawasan Marsh area as well as in all the river systems connected to the catch basin.

Over the weekend, the Office of Civil Defense-BARMM reported a wooden bridge was damaged in Barangay Bagumbong, Mamasapano town, Maguindanao del Sur and has affected the mobility of people.

The OCD-BARMM also said that hundreds of hectares land planted to corn, rice, peanuts, and other crops in Sitio Talisawa, Datu Abdullah Sangki were also flooded. Validation on the estimated cost of damage to infrastructure and crops are still ongoing.

OCD-BARMM chief Joel Mamon, in coordination with Tactical Operations Group-12 and the Division Public Affairs Office of the 6th Infantry Division, conducted an aerial survey of flood-hit areas in Maguindanao del Sur over the weekend to determine the extent of damage in affected localities.

Kathryn Bernardo sees gold in contemporary dance act in ' Pilipinas Got Talent'

 

By Manila Bulletin Entertainment

Published May 14, 2025 15:06 pm

An 18-year-old Filipino Canadian and jazz dancer is going straight to the live semifinals of the seventh season of "Pilipinas Got Talent" after Asia's Superstar Kathryn Bernardo chose her as her golden buzzer.

Jasmine Flores impressed the judges especially Kathryn with her flawless routine which included a blend of jazz, ballet, and acrobatics.

She also elegantly showcased clean pirouettes and backflips.Kathryn lauded Jasmine for being a proud Filipina and not forgetting her Pinoy roots. She also added that she liked how Jasmine owned the stage.All the judges gave Jasmine a standing ovation.

For FMG, he commended Jasmine for combining different styles of movements from jazz to acrobatics. Eugene, meanwhile,  felt proud of being a Filipino while seeing Jasmine showcasing her Pinoy blood. Donny said that it is rare to see a good jazz performance on the "PGT" stage.

The Golden Buzzer is a special privilege given to the four judges and the hosts, allowing them to send an act straight to the live semifinals. Each judge and the hosts can only use it once throughout the auditions.

As of now, all the golden buzzers are used.Don’t miss the last set of auditionees on “Pilipinas Got Talent” Season 7, airing at 7:15 pm this weekend on Kapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live, and A2Z.

Viewers can also catch it on TV5 every Saturday, at 7:15 PM, and Sundays, at 7:45 PM.Don't forget to follow @abscbnpgt on Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok for more updates.

Palawan listed as the world’s best island to visit in 2025

An abundance of trees, clear seas, and the lush bloom of the island’s natural wonders continue to make Palawan a captivating destination

By Poch Eulalia

Published May 14, 2025 13:17 pm | Updated May 14, 2025 13:20 pm

Based on a recent list put out by “US News & World Report,” Palawan is considered “#1 in World’s Best Islands to Visit for 2025.” According to the report, the placement owes itself to numerous island hopping options to explore, serene beaches for lounging around, and the marine life you can spot when on a snorkeling tour.

TARA, PALAWAN! Tourists marvel over the mangrove forests of Puerto Princesa. (MB file photo)

Even more amazing is how our very own managed to beat out 23 other destinations, including global favorites like Greece’s Santorini (ranked fourth), Tahiti (ranked seventh), and the Bahamas (ranked 17th). Among our Southeast Asian neighbors, Bali managed to make the list as well, ranking in 19th place.

Key destinations listed in the report that make Palawan worth visiting are Kayangan Lake in Coron, El Nido’s Bacuit Bay, and the Puerto Princesa Subterranean National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Just last year, Palawan also received recognition as the 13th Best Island in the World out of 25, and ranked fifth in Asia based on a list by “Travel + Leisure.” Another publication, “Wanderlust Travel Magazine,” also has Palawan among its list of “Most Desirable Islands in the World,” placing 10th after going through three million votes cast by 168,000 readers.

If there’s one thing we can take from all these accolades, it’s that sustainable tourism practices help in keeping Palawan a top vacation spot. A common factor among these ranking lists praises how seemingly untouched the island’s natural beauty is. Pairing this with our well-known hospitality, it comes as no surprise that tourists continue to flock to the island.