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Peaceful Mediation Ends Potential Rido From Fatal Vehicular Accident in Cotabato City
Cotabato City, BARMM — A potentially volatile rido (clan conflict) triggered by a tragic vehicular accident has been peacefully resolved through mediation, preventing further violence and highlighting the importance of structured conflict resolution in the Bangsamoro region. The conflict stemmed from a road accident on October 22, 2025, involving members of three families. The incident…
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Mindanao, Bondi, and the Dangerous Politics of Blame
Terror, Silence, and the Fragile Architecture of Peace The December 14, 2025 mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney—Australia’s deadliest terrorist attack in decades—has reverberated far beyond the shores of New South Wales. Fifteen innocent people were killed during a Hanukkah celebration, more than forty wounded, and communities across Australia plunged into grief. What followed,…
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Turtle Islands Wildlife Sanctuary in Tawi-Tawi Earns ASEAN Heritage Park Status
TAWI-TAWI, Philippines — The Turtle Islands Wildlife Sanctuary (TIWS) in Tawi-Tawi has been formally recognized as an ASEAN Heritage Park (AHP), marking a major milestone for biodiversity conservation in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) and elevating the Philippines’ standing in regional marine conservation efforts. The prestigious conferment was awarded during the 8th…
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Woman Shot Dead by Motorcycle Driver in Broad Daylight in Maguindanao del Norte
SULTAN KUDARAT, Maguindanao del Norte — A 20-year-old woman was shot dead in broad daylight after being gunned down by the man driving the motorcycle she was riding in Barangay Salimbao, Sultan Kudarat, on Thursday afternoon, December 18, 2025. Police identified the victim as Mariyam Abdullah Saban, married, a housekeeper, and a resident of Sitio…
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Basilan Launches Islamic-Based Peace Initiative as Mindanao Faces Renewed Terrorism Label
ZAMBOANGA CITY — At a time when Mindanao is once again being branded a terrorism hotspot, the Province of Basilan is asserting a powerful counter-narrative: peace rooted in faith, culture, and community leadership. On December 15, the Provincial Government of Basilan formally launched the Basilan People’s Islamic Reconciliation (BPIR) Program, alongside a five-day Training–Workshop for…
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Sumisip District Hospital Goes Solar to Ensure Uninterrupted Health Services
SUMISIP, BASILAN — In a major boost to health services in Basilan, Sumisip District Hospital (SDH) has activated its new solar panels, ensuring continuous electricity for lighting, laboratory machines, and operating room equipment—even during power interruptions from BASELCO. The “lights on” ceremony and inspection were attended by Governor Mujiv Hataman, Vice Mayor Gulam Boy Hataman,…
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Man Shot Multiple Times in Cotabato City Ambush; Suspect Identified, Manhunt Underway
COTABATO CITY — A 25-year-old driver is fighting for his life after he was shot multiple times in a brazen early-morning ambush in Purok Emba, Barangay Rosary Heights 7, Cotabato City on Thursday, December 18, 2025. Police identified the victim as Fahad Sabpa Lumawan, single, a Town Ace driver and resident of the area. According…
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Abandoned House in Marawi Barangay Raided for Alleged Sale of Alcohol, Condoms
MARAWI CITY — An abandoned house in Barangay Tampilong was raided by police on the initiative of Barangay Chairman Mohammad Palawan after reports that it was being used to sell alcoholic beverages and other items prohibited under Islamic law, local officials confirmed. Chairman Palawan coordinated with personnel of the Philippine National Police (PNP) to conduct…
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Four Arrested, ₱1.7M Worth of Smuggled Cigarettes Seized in Maguindanao del Norte Checkpoint
DATU ODIN SINSUAT, Maguindanao del Norte — Four individuals were arrested in the early hours of the morning after police intercepted a shipment of smuggled cigarettes worth nearly ₱1.8 million during an intelligence-driven checkpoint operation in Barangay Semba, Dalican, this town. According to the Police Regional Office–BARMM, the suspects were apprehended shortly after 2:00 a.m.…
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ROCBDC Declares Over 100 Barangays Drug-Cleared and Drug-Free in BARMM Provinces
COTABATO CITY — The Regional Oversight Committee on Barangay Drug Clearing (ROCBDC) has approved and declared a total of 100 barangays as drug-cleared or drug-free across parts of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), following its 10th regular meeting held on December 16, 2025. During the meeting, the committee unanimously declared 17 barangays…