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Feuding Families in Patikul, Sulu Reconcile Through Military-LGU Mediation
Patikul, Sulu — A longstanding feud between two families in Patikul, Sulu has finally come to an end, thanks to the concerted efforts of the 35th Infantry (Makamandag) Battalion, the Patikul Local Government Unit, and the Philippine National Police. The amicable settlement was formally held at the 35th IB headquarters in Barangay Tugas, Patikul, with…
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Wounded Soldiers Honored for Election Duty Sacrifice in Maguindanao del Sur
Camp Siongco, Maguindanao del Norte — May 16, 2025 — Two soldiers of the 33rd Infantry (Makabayan) Battalion were awarded the Wounded Personnel Medal in recognition of their bravery and sacrifice while fulfilling election-related duties in Maguindanao del Sur. 2nd Lieutenant Kent Carreon and Corporal Kevin Galanza received the commendation from Major General Donald M.…
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Owners of Popular Inasal Eatery in Marawi Killed by Helpers
May 16, 2025 – Marawi City — Tragedy struck the city early this morning as the owners of a well-known eatery, B&E Inasal, were found dead inside their establishment in Sarimanok, Marawi City. The victims were identified as Bairah Sangcaan Monte and Usodan Hadjicaya Monte, a married couple known to the local community. According to…
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COMELEC Sulu Files Charges Over Election-Related Violence, Ballot Theft, and ACM Damage in Tapul
Tapul, Sulu — May 13, 2025 The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) in Sulu has confirmed that legal charges have been filed against individuals involved in the destruction of an Automated Counting Machine (ACM) and other election-related incidents during the barangay elections in Tapul, Sulu last Monday. According to Atty. Vidzfar Julie, the Provincial Election Supervisor…
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MSU Student Leaders Undergo First Aid, BLS, and Disaster Preparedness Training in Marawi
Marawi City, Lanao del Sur – In a proactive move to bolster disaster resilience among the youth, the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) of Lanao del Sur, in partnership with the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics (CNSM) of Mindanao State University-Main Campus, the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), and the MSU…
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MAFAR Sulu to Distribute Fishery Inputs and Conduct Mangrove Planting in Celebration of Farmers and Fisherfolks Month
SULU — In celebration of Farmers and Fisherfolks Month this May, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR) Sulu Fisheries Division is set to distribute various fishery inputs to selected beneficiaries across the province. This is part of their support to the national theme, “Makabagong Magsasaka at Mangingisda, Susi sa Masaganang Bagong Pilipinas.”…
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MPOS, UNDP, and NP Strengthen Conflict Prevention Efforts in Basilan Through EWER Training
ZAMBOANGA CITY – The Ministry of Public Order and Safety (MPOS), in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Non-violent Peaceforce (NP), successfully conducted a four-day Capacity Development Training on Early Warning Early Response (EWER) for 24 community leaders from Basilan province. Held from April 22 to 25, 2025, at Residencia Suites Hotel in Zamboanga City, the…
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Religious Leaders Step Up Peace Efforts Ahead of 2025 Bangsamoro Elections
May 15, 2025 | Cotabato City As the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) prepares for its 2025 parliamentary elections, religious leaders and civil society groups are ramping up efforts to address the persistent threat of clan feuds, or rido, which continue to endanger community safety and stability across the region. On April 29,…
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Agus River Communities to Benefit from MENRE-NWRB Partnership on Water Resource Assessment
Lanao del Sur / Lanao del Norte — Communities along the Agus River stand to gain from a newly formalized partnership between the Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Energy (MENRE) and the National Water Resources Board (NWRB), aimed at enhancing the sustainable management of one of Mindanao’s most critical river systems. On May 8,…
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Drug Personality Nabbed at COMELEC Checkpoint in Jolo, Sulu
Jolo, Sulu – May 14, 2025 — A suspected drug personality was arrested during a Border COMELEC Checkpoint operation conducted by personnel of the Jolo Municipal Police Station, led by PCPT Frederick Ledama and under the supervision of Police Chief PLTC Annidul Sali, at Sitio Lagundi, Zone 3, Barangay Tulay, Jolo, Sulu at around 6:45…