Wednesday, May 14, 2008 (Philippines)

Residents update each other as they fetch water from a communal source in sitio Upian, Barangay Marilog, Davao City. (Sun.Star Davao/Stella A. Estremera) THE court decision dismissing the charges against Mohamad Banarin Ampatuan for the death of 28-year-old Carlo Asistido inside The Venue compound on July 28, 2002 shocked many Dabawenyos. Still many said though that the court's decision must be respected and that they have faith in the justice system in Davao City. Arroyo Watch: Sun.Star blog on President Arroyo [full story]