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LGBTQI Teacher Shot Dead on His Way to School in Lanao del Sur
Balabagan, Lanao del Sur — A teacher who was a known member of the LGBTQI community was gunned down in broad daylight while on his way to work on Monday morning, August 4, 2025. The victim, identified as Danilo Barba, a faculty member of Balabagan Trade School, was reportedly walking to school when he was…
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32IB, 45IB, and BPATs Conduct Joint Training to Strengthen Operational Synergy and Community Defense in Basilan
Ungkaya Pukan, Basilan | July 29, 2025 — In a concerted effort to bolster security at both the tactical and community levels, the 32nd Infantry (Daredevil) Battalion, the 45th Infantry (Gallant) Battalion, and Barangay Peacekeeping Action Teams (BPATs) of Ungkaya Pukan successfully conducted interoperability and rifle training exercises aimed at enhancing operational synergy and grassroots…
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Soldier Dies After Reception Rites in Maguindanao: 21 Army Personnel Relieved Amid Hazing Probe
Datu Piang, Maguindanao del Sur — August 3, 2025Private Charlie G. Patigayon, a 22-year-old new member of the Philippine Army, died just a day after collapsing during “reception rites” at the 6th Infantry Battalion (6IB) headquarters in Datu Piang, Maguindanao del Sur on July 30. His death has since triggered a full-blown military investigation and…
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PhP 1.7-M Worth of Suspected Shabu Seized in Marawi; Alleged High-Value Target Arrested
Marawi City — August 2, 2025 Authorities seized an estimated PhP 1.7 million worth of suspected shabu and apprehended an alleged high-value individual (HVI) during a buy-bust operation in Barangay Patani, Marawi City on Friday, August 2. The suspect, identified only as alias “Manap,” a 44-year-old businessman from Tamparan, Lanao del Sur, was arrested after…
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Basilan Governor Mujiv Hataman Decries Unequal Representation in Bangsamoro Parliament
Isabela City, Basilan – Basilan Governor Mujiv Hataman has raised strong concerns over the ongoing reapportionment process of district seats in the Bangsamoro Parliament, calling out what he described as “unfair” and “disadvantageous” treatment of island provinces, particularly Basilan and Tawi-Tawi. In a public statement, Hataman reacted to reports that the committee deliberations in the…
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Four Nabbed in Lanao del Sur Drug Bust; Shabu, Firearm Seized
Cotabato City — In a coordinated anti-drug operation, four individuals were arrested during a buy-bust operation conducted in Purok 2, Barangay Manila Group, Wao, Lanao del Sur, on August 1, 2025. The successful operation was carried out through the joint efforts of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Lanao del Sur Provincial Office, the PDEA…
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BARMM Launches 12-Year Roadmap to Strengthen Child Protection System
Marawi City, Lanao del Sur — August 2, 2025 — The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) marked a major milestone in its pursuit of child welfare and safety with the official launch of the Child Protection System Strengthening (CPSS) Roadmap 2023–2035, held today at the Social Hall of the Provincial Capitol Complex in…
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Basilan Holds Listening Session with Council of Elders to Promote Inclusive and Responsible Governance
Lamitan City, Basilan | July 31, 2025 — In a powerful demonstration of inclusive and participatory leadership, the Provincial Government of Basilan convened a meaningful “Listening Session” with the Basilan Council of Elders at the Taguine Hall of the Basilan People’s Capitol in Lamitan City. Anchored on the theme “Ang tunay na pamumuno, marunong makinig,”…
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Cotabato City’s New Public Terminal Nears Opening: A Gateway to Equal Opportunity and Economic Growth
COTABATO CITY – With anticipation building over the upcoming opening of Cotabato City’s newest infrastructure project, members of the 18th Sangguniang Panlungsod personally visited the Cotabato City Public Terminal in Barangay Mother Tamontaka on Wednesday, July 31, to assess its operational prospects and potential impact on the city. During the visit, city councilors conducted an…
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Elopement Sparks Armed Clash Between MILF Commander and Barangay Chairman’s Camps in Mamasapano
MAMASAPANO, MAGUINDANAO DEL SUR — An armed clash broke out in Barangay Sapakan on Friday, August 1, after an alleged elopement between the daughter of a Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) commander and the sibling of a barangay chairman escalated long-standing tensions between their families. According to the 6th Infantry Division (6ID) of the Philippine…