Thursday, November 06, 2008 (Philippines)

City Mayor Rodrigo R. Duterte orders the detention of two men, Jery Glecia Bailena and Christian Monicar, after they were arrested for exploding firecrackers. (Sun.Star Davao/Seth delos Reyes) THE revitalized Davao City Federation of Homeowners Associations (DCFHA) is bent on pursuing the case against Balikatan Housing Financial Inc. for its increased mortgage rates on low-cost housing and foreclosure activities. The group, whose new set officers were inducted by Vice Mayor Sara Z. Duterte last Tuesday, will be submitting additional documents to the Ombudsman hoping to further the case. What's your take on the Mindanao crisis? Discuss views with other readers [full story]