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HIV Cases in Cotabato City Rise to 83, Health Office Urges Free Testing
Cotabato City—The number of confirmed HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) cases in Cotabato City has risen to 83, according to the City Health Office (CHO). Dr. Harris R. Ali, Chief Officer of the CHO, disclosed that this year has seen a notable increase in infections, with several suspected cases currently under observation at the Cotabato Regional…
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BARMM Killings Threaten Peace: Calls for Action Intensify
The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) is once again gripped by concern following a series of targeted killings of election officials, an alarming development that poses a serious threat to the region’s fragile peace. These violent attacks have sparked outrage and calls for swift action to ensure justice and security. Atty. Vidsfar Julie…
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Basilan Declared ASG-Free Following Voluntary Surrender of Remaining ASG Members
Isabela City, Basilan – December 26, 2024 A historic moment unfolded in Basilan Province the day after Christmas as the last four members of the Basilan-based Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG) and their four cohorts voluntarily surrendered. The individuals presented themselves to Brigadier General Alvin V. Luzon, Commander of the 101st Infantry (Three Red Arrows) Brigade,…
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Construction Worker Fatally Shot in Cotabato City
Cotabato City, Philippines – A construction worker was fatally shot on the afternoon of December 26, 2024, along Diversion Road in Barangay Poblacion 9, Cotabato City. The victim, identified as 44-year-old Ariel Matas Sumalpong, a resident of Barangay Biniruan, was reportedly attacked by an acquaintance who also served as his driver. According to Barangay Captain…
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Tree-Planting Activity Kicks Off in Madalum for TUPAD Program
Madalum, Lanao del Sur — December 25, 2024The Provincial Government of Lanao del Sur, through its Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Office (PENRO) led by Forester Pili M. Papandayan, and the Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO) represented by Assistant PSWD Officer Dr. Monaima Adiong, initiated a tree-planting activity this morning in Barangay Poblacion,…
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Bangsamoro Government Empowers Marawi IDPs Through Legal Rights Education
Marawi City—The Bangsamoro Government’s Marawi Rehabilitation Program (MRP) and Support to Bangsamoro Transition (SUBATRA) have embarked on an extensive legal rights education initiative for internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the city. This effort seeks to raise awareness among IDPs about their rights under Bangsamoro Autonomy Act No. 62, also known as the “Rights of Internally…
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Purok Leader in Datu Odin Sinsuat Killed in Shooting Incident
Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao del Norte – A purok leader and businesswoman was shot dead on Wednesday night, December 26, 2024, while tending to her store in Sitio Broce, Barangay Tamontaka. The victim, identified as Marissa Barrozo, was a prominent figure in the community, serving as a purok leader and an active officer of the…
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Authorities Seize Php 3.4 Million Worth of Shabu in Sultan Kudarat
Sultan Kudarat, Maguindanao del Norte – A successful buy-bust operation conducted on December 25, 2024, led to the seizure of suspected shabu valued at approximately Php 3.4 million. The operation unfolded in Brgy. Kabuntalan, Sultan Kudarat, around 4:00 PM. The Sultan Kudarat Municipal Police Station, under the leadership of PLTCOL Esmael A. Madin, spearheaded the…
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Man Shot Dead in Cotabato City
COTABATO CITY — A man was killed in a shooting incident along Jojo Guiani Street, Mother Barangay Poblacion, Cotabato City, at around 6:48 PM today. The victim, identified as Guiapar Mamaki Abu, a resident of Purok Niyogan, Barangay Katuli, Sultan Kudarat, Maguindanao del Norte, was declared dead on arrival at the Cotabato Regional and Medical…
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OVP Celebrates 89th Anniversary with Thanksgiving Activity in Maguindanao del Norte
MAGUINDANAO DEL NORTE – In celebration of the 89th anniversary of the Office of the Vice President (OVP), a Thanksgiving Activity was held across several municipalities in the province on December 10, 2024. Spearheaded by the OVP-BARMM Satellite Office, over 500 gift packs were distributed to partners in peace, farmers, and single parents from the…