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Friday, September 02, 2005 (Philippines)

Water rate hike suspended
Milkfish or "bangus" is known for its wholesome taste, but some don't like it for its bony flesh. Fish vendors at a public market in Agdao, Davao City find a solution to the problem, which also means an added income--de-boning the fish at extra charge of P7 per piece. (Sun.Star Davao/Sunnex)
A REGIONAL Trial Court (RTC) in Davao City Thursday suspended the 30 percent water rate increase, which was supposed to be implemented by the Davao City Water District (DCWD) starting Friday.

RTC 11 Executive Judge Renato A. Fuentes, acting on the complaint filed by four councilors, issued a 72-hour temporary restraining order (TRO) on the water rate increase.

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Guv: 31 new bombers finished JI training
THE Jemaah Islamiyah operating a clandestine training school in Liguasan Marsh has just graduated 31 new bombers who are now on their mission to many parts of Mindanao, North Cotabato Governor Emannuel Piñol said.
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ComVal police chief accused of hitting cop's genitals
A POLICEMAN accused a top ranking police official of Compostela Valley province of hitting his sex organ while he was taking pictures during the police official's birthday celebration Wednesday night.
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Wattage of post bulbs cut
IN THE wake of the economic crisis, Mayor Rodrigo R. Duterte ordered the implementation of wattage reduction program in Davao City, said City Administrator Wendel E. Avisado Thursday.
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Davao export sales up 11% in six months
Sasa Wharf terminal fee to increase 100%
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Teves cites need to improve tax collection
 
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Website says it's Pacman by TKO
Minbizcon golf set at Apo
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Davao bets eye crown
 
Lifestyle
GMA 7 launches medical mission tomorrow
 
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Desiderata four

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