From Banlas to Open-Pit: Tampakan Cannot Afford Another Tragedy
Two lives were lost in Tampakan this week. On the afternoon of August 11, 2025, in Campo Kilot, Pulabato, two men—Johnry Samling and Richard Sumali—were swept away by the strong…
OPINION | “Mahiya Naman Kayo”: A President’s Plea or a President’s Cop-out?
The views expressed here are the author’s own and do not necessarily reflect those of any institution or organization. As President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stood on the rostrum during his…
Inclusive Governance, Indigenous Wisdom: A New Chapter for Teduray, Lambangian, and Dulangan Peoples in BARMM
In the heart of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), a quiet but powerful revolution is unfolding—one that weaves together tradition, justice, and inclusive governance. The Teduray, Lambangian,…
OPINION: Enough of the Silence—It’s Time for the Marcos Administration to Honor the Bangsamoro Peace Agreements
By now, the appeal of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) to the National Government has become more than just a statement—it is a resounding cry echoing from the core…
Op-Ed: Davao City’s Economic Ascent Is a Triumph of People and Purpose
Davao City’s rise as the fifth largest economy among the Philippines’ Highly Urbanized Cities (HUCs) is more than just a statistic. It is a declaration — a powerful testament to…
OPINION: Hunger Rises in Mindanao—What Went Wrong with Government Aid?
When the government says it’s doing everything it can to help the poor, one would expect the numbers to reflect that effort. But the latest Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey…
OPINION | “Mining Responsibly?” The Myth of Corporate Altruism in Tampakan
Over and over again, we hear the same polished claims from mining companies: “We are mining responsibly.” It’s a phrase that has become a mantra in corporate press releases, flashy…
Cotabato City at 66: The Beating Heart of the Bangsamoro
Published: June 21, 2025 Cotabato City, the political and symbolic heart of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), marked its 66th founding anniversary yesterday, June 20. More than…
OPINION: A Rift in the Ranks? Macacua’s Challenge to Iqbal and the Future of BARMM Unity
In a surprising and politically loaded development, Interim Chief Minister Abdulraof Macacua has publicly challenged fellow Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) stalwart and Education Minister Mohagher Iqbal to name those…
OPINION: Beyond Evacuation – Is the Philippines Ready for the Fallout of the Israel-Iran Conflict?
As tensions between Israel and Iran reach dangerous heights, the world holds its breath. What began as a regional standoff now threatens to erupt into a full-blown war that could…