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Philippines Unveils Muslim-Friendly Travelogue, Showcasing Inclusive Tourism for All
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Tourism (DOT) proudly launched the Muslim-Friendly Travelogue of the Philippines on Tuesday, October 21, at its Central Office, marking another significant milestone in promoting inclusive and culturally respectful tourism in the country. The three-volume publication—developed in partnership with New Perspective Media Group—highlights the Philippines’ beauty, diversity, and hospitality through…
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Fatal Stabbing in Maluso, Basilan: Suspect Arrested After Heated Argument Turns Deadly
Maluso, Basilan — A heated altercation turned fatal when a man was stabbed to death in Barangay Upper Portholland, Maluso, Basilan, around 5:40 p.m. on October 19, 2025. Police reports revealed that the incident stemmed from a confrontation between two individuals, which quickly escalated into violence. The victim sustained a fatal stab wound to the…
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Barangay Official Killed in Broad Daylight Shooting at D’ Biel Terminal in Lamitan City; Two Suspects Arrested
LAMITAN CITY, BASILAN — A barangay official from Tipo-Tipo, Basilan, was gunned down in broad daylight at the D’ Biel Bus Terminal in Barangay Malinis, Lamitan City, on Tuesday morning, October 21, 2025. The victim was identified as Nadzri Tarahin y Asdana, 40, an Islamic teacher and Barangay Kagawad of Barangay Baguindan, Tipo-Tipo. According to…
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Top 8 Wanted Person of Maguindanao del Norte Arrested in Cotabato City
COTABATO CITY – Authorities arrested the Top 8 Most Wanted Person at the provincial level of Maguindanao del Norte in a joint police and military operation around 9:30 a.m. on October 20, 2025, near the Biniruan Detachment in Barangay Poblacion 9, Cotabato City. The suspect was identified as Al-Mansur Anok Mangulamas, also known as Datu…
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8 Suspected Local Terrorist Members Arrested in Shariff Aguak, Maguindanao del Sur
SHARIFF AGUAK, MAGUINDANAO DEL SUR – Government troops arrested eight (8) suspected members of local terrorist groups and seized several war materials during a successful military operation in Shariff Aguak at around 4:30 a.m. on October 20, 2025. According to Brigadier General Edgar L. Catu, Commander of the 601st Infantry (Unifier) Brigade, the operation was…
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Siblings Survive Shooting Incident in Buluan, Maguindanao del Sur
BULUAN, Maguindanao del Sur — Two siblings miraculously escaped unharmed after unidentified suspects opened fire at their multicab in Buluan, Maguindanao del Sur on Monday afternoon, according to initial police reports. Based on the report from Maguindanao del Sur Police Provincial Office Spokesperson Capt. Guiseppe Tamayo, responding personnel from the Buluan Municipal Police Station found…
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Long-Standing Feud Between Former Datu Saudi Mayor and MILF Commander Finally Settled in Maguindanao del Sur
TALAYAN, Maguindanao del Sur — The years-long feud between former Datu Saudi Ampatuan Mayor Idris “Resty” Sindatok and 118th Base Command Commander Ustadz Wahid Tundok of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) has finally come to an end following a peaceful settlement led by Maguindanao del Sur Governor Datu Ali “Kagui Ali” Midtimbang on Sunday.…
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Weaving Heritage and Hope: Queenie Padilla Visits Badjao and Yakan Artisans in Basilan
Basilan — A visit to the island province of Basilan turned into a heartwarming cultural immersion for Ms. Queenie Padilla, daughter of Senator Robin Padilla, as she spent time with the Badjao and Yakan weaving communities—two of the most respected bearers of traditional craftsmanship in the region. In a post she shared online, Queenie expressed…
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Suspected Explosive Found at Parang Municipal Hall Compound Safely Recovered by Authorities
Parang, Maguindanao del Norte – Police authorities from the Parang Municipal Police Station (MPS), under the operational supervision of the Maguindanao del Norte Provincial Police Office (PPO), swiftly responded to a report of a suspected explosive found within the Parang Municipal Hall compound in Barangay Poblacion 1 at around 3:21 PM on October 17, 2025.…
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Ceremonial Turnover of Surrendered and Confiscated Firearms Held in Tawi-Tawi
October 18, 2025 – Brgy. Luuk Pangdan, Sibutu, Tawi-Tawi The Marine Battalion Landing Team-4 (MBLT-4), in partnership with the Provincial Local Government of Tawi-Tawi, successfully conducted the Ceremonial Turnover of surrendered and confiscated loose firearms in Barangay Luuk Pangdan. The firearms were turned over from various barangays of the 1st District, including Nalil, Karungdong, Mandulan,…