Op-Ed: “Love the Philippines?” Tourists Seem to Be Saying Otherwise
By all accounts, 2025 was supposed to be a banner year for Philippine tourism. The Department of Tourism (DoT) set an ambitious goal of attracting 8.4 million inbound visitors, banking…
Opinion: BARMM Deserves Better—Not Just Peace, But a Political System That Works
The recently concluded 2025 National and Local Elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) were once again marred by the paradox that has haunted this region for…
144 Former Extremists in Basilan Receive Livelihood Support to Aid Reintegration
Isabela City, Basilan | May 31, 2025 — In a significant step toward lasting peace and reintegration in Basilan, 144 former violent extremists (FVEs) received livelihood assistance through a community-based…
Police Operation in Tawi-Tawi Yields ₱85K Worth of Suspected Shabu, Firearm; Suspect Killed in Encounter
Languyan, Tawi-Tawi — June 1, 2025 — A suspect was killed and over ₱85,000 worth of suspected methamphetamine hydrochloride, or shabu, was confiscated during an anti-illegal drug operation in Barangay…
MILF Commander Fatally Shot in Mamasapano, Family Seeks Justice
MAMASAPANO, MAGUINDANAO DEL SUR — A commander of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) was gunned down by an unidentified assailant in Barangay Libutan, Mamasapano, on the evening of May…
Zamboanga Sibugay Police Arrest Wanted Drug Suspect in Zamboanga City
Zamboanga City – May 29, 2025 — In a significant stride against illegal drugs and criminality, authorities from the Zamboanga Sibugay Police Provincial Office (ZSBPPO) arrested a wanted drug suspect…
Sarangani Marks Ocean Month with Coastal Cleanup, Wildlife Exhibit, and Youth Art Contest
SARANGANI PROVINCE — In celebration of Ocean Month 2025, various government agencies and partners in Sarangani launched a series of impactful events that spotlighted ocean conservation and climate action. From…
Mindanao Weather Forecast: Isolated Rainshowers and Thunderstorms Expected Today
Issued At: 05:00 AM, 2 June 2025 The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has released its regional weather forecast for Mindanao, predicting partly cloudy to cloudy skies…
Lanao del Sur Pushes for Rights-Based Student Policy with R-STRAW Ordinance
Marawi City, Lanao del Sur – In a major move to uphold student welfare and strengthen education policy, the Provincial Government of Lanao del Sur is laying the groundwork for…
Trail Plogging 2025 Opens 30 Slots for Environment Day Celebration
Walking with a Purpose: Promoting Health and Environmental Stewardship ZAMBOANGA CITY — In celebration of World Environment Day on June 5, 2025, organizers of Trail Plogging 2025 – Year 3…