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Charity Boxing Match Raises PHP16 Million Amid Local Crisis

7/28/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Davao City Acting Mayor Baste Duterte opted out of a charity boxing match against PNP Chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III, questioning the event's focus on charity amid urgent local concerns. Nevertheless, the match successfully garnered over PHP16 million for flood victims, with Torre taking the win by default, showcasing the community's resilience and generosity.

History

Historical Context

The 1991 eruption of Mount Pinatubo in the Philippines displaced thousands and prompted extensive humanitarian efforts, with the government and organizations like the Red Cross raising millions for recovery. This spirit of resilience continues today, as Davao City's recent charity boxing match raised over PHP16 million for flood victims, underscoring the importance of community support in disaster response.

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Story summary

Davao City Acting Mayor Baste Duterte opted out of a charity boxing match against PNP Chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III, questioning the event's focus on charity amid urgent local concerns. Nevertheless, the match successfully garnered over PHP16 million for flood victims, with Torre taking the win by default, showcasing the community's resilience and generosity.

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