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18 Rescued After Passenger Boat Capsizes Off Basilan
Maluso, Basilan – July 14, 2025 — At least 18 passengers and crew members were safely rescued after a motorized banca capsized off the coast of Maluso, Basilan, amid rough seas on Sunday morning, July 12. According to a report from the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), the unnamed vessel departed from Barangay Tattalan, Tongkil, Sulu,…
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Man Nabbed in Lanao del Sur for Illegal Possession of Firearm
BALABAGAN, Lanao del Sur (July 13, 2025) — A 46-year-old man was arrested on Sunday morning for illegal possession of a firearm during a checkpoint operation conducted by the Balabagan Municipal Police Station (MPS) in Barangay Barorao. The operation, carried out at around 10:15 AM, led to the discovery of a loaded caliber .45 pistol…
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Lanao del Sur LGUs Receive Ambulance Units to Boost Local Healthcare Access
Marawi City, Lanao del Sur – July 13, 2025 — In a major step toward improving local health services, Governor Mamintal “Bombit” Alonto Adiong Jr. led the ceremonial turnover of land ambulance units to all 39 municipalities and one city in Lanao del Sur on Friday. The event, held at the 103rd Infantry Brigade Headquarters…
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P5.1-M Shabu Seized in Marawi City Buy-Bust Operation; Suspect Nabbed
MARAWI CITY, Lanao del Sur — Authorities arrested a suspected drug dealer and seized ₱5.1 million worth of shabu during a buy-bust operation on Friday, July 11, in Barangay Basak Malutlut. The suspect, identified as Nur Jamal Dimalutang alias “Bolkie,” a resident of Marantao, Lanao del Sur, was caught selling around 750 grams of suspected…
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Clashes Between Armed Groups in Maguindanao del Norte Displace Over 400 Families, Strain Civilian Life
Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao del Norte | July 12, 2025 — A violent conflict between two armed groups erupted in the villages of Bagoinged and Tinunggos in Datu Odin Sinsuat, displacing more than 400 families and triggering a humanitarian response from local officials and security forces. Tension flared on the morning of July 10, prompting…
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Jolo Police Chief Urges Walking to Ease Traffic; Netizens React
JOLO, Sulu — Amid the worsening traffic situation in the municipality of Jolo, Police Lt. Col. Annidul Sali, chief of the Jolo Municipal Police Station, has recommended that residents opt to walk to their destinations rather than use motor vehicles—especially within the town proper. According to Sali, Jolo is relatively small, with most key locations…
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Police Seize Smuggled Cigarettes in Cotabato City Mega Market; Mayor Vows Accountability
COTABATO CITY — Authorities seized multiple cartons of smuggled cigarettes during an operation conducted at around 10:30 a.m. on July 11, 2025, inside the Mega Market. The operation was led by the Cotabato City Police in coordination with other concerned units. One minor was apprehended at the scene, tearfully pleading innocence, claiming no knowledge of…
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7 Rescued After Boat Capsizes Off Patikul, Sulu
SULU – Seven individuals, including three minors, were rescued after their motorized boat capsized off the coast of Higad Tanduh, Patikul, Sulu on Friday afternoon, July 11, 2025. According to the Barangay Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (BDRRMO) of Kajatan, Indanan, the boat was carrying residents of Sitio Tanjung, Kajatan when it sank at…
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ACCEPT International, ICRC Eye Support for Reintegration and Humanitarian Programs in Lanao del Sur
Marawi City, Lanao del Sur — July 11, 2025 — In a bid to strengthen reintegration efforts and humanitarian support in Lanao del Sur, two prominent international organizations paid a courtesy visit to the Provincial Capitol today, engaging in strategic dialogue with local government officials and stakeholders. Representatives from ACCEPT International and the International Committee…
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Gov. Hataman Pushes for Stronger Disaster Response System in Basilan
Isabela City, Basilan — Governor Mujiv Hataman has called for a more aggressive and centralized disaster response strategy for the province amid increasing climate threats and intensifying natural disasters. On Thursday, Governor Hataman convened a meeting with the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) to assess Basilan’s current disaster preparedness. During the meeting,…