Sara Duterte’s Ground Game: A Calculated Consolidation of Power Ahead of 2028?
As the dust begins to settle from the recently concluded midterm elections, a clear political narrative is taking shape: Vice President Sara Duterte is not just surviving — she is…
Piñol Cries Foul Over ‘Incredible’ Vote Discrepancy in Kidapawan, To Seek Manual Recount
Kidapawan City, North Cotabato — Former Agriculture Secretary and gubernatorial candidate Manny Piñol raised concerns Monday night over alleged irregularities in the recently concluded elections, pointing to a vote count…
Police Seize High-Powered Firearm, Ammunition in Basilan Raid
Maluso, Basilan – May 11, 2025 — Authorities confiscated a high-powered firearm and several rounds of ammunition during a joint law enforcement operation in Barangay Tamuk, Maluso, Basilan on May…
News Analysis: Davao’s Vote as a Political Statement? Duterte Clan Sweeps 2025 Polls Despite Legal Woes
Davao City, Philippines — With over 80% of the votes officially transmitted in the 2025 midterm elections, a familiar pattern is once again asserting itself in the heart of Mindanao:…
Four Nabbed in Sultan Kudarat-Maguindanao Joint Operation for Gun Ban Violations
President Quirino, Sultan Kudarat – May 12, 2025 — Four individuals were arrested in a joint police and military operation early Monday morning for illegal possession of firearms and violating…
64 Suspected Flying Voters Intercepted in Buluan; Explosives and Weapons Seized
Buluan, Maguindanao del Sur – May 12, 2025 — In a significant move to safeguard the integrity of the elections, security forces intercepted 64 suspected flying voters early Monday morning…
Island Flavors Shine Bright at Once Islas Food Festival
ZAMBOANGA CITY – May 10, 2025 — The scenic island of Baung-Baung in Barangay Panubigan turned into a festive culinary haven on Saturday as it hosted the vibrant Once Islas…
Mayor Baste Duterte Orders Local Candidates to Lead Election Waste Cleanup Drive
City of Davao sets May 13–15 as official retrieval dates for campaign materials Davao City — In a bold move to promote environmental responsibility after the 2025 national and local…
Top Daulah Islamiya-Maute Leader Killed in Lanao del Sur Clash
Bacolod-Kalawi, Lanao del Sur — A key figure of the Daulah Islamiya-Maute Group (DI-MG) was killed in an armed encounter with government forces on May 9, 2025, in the mountainous…
NAC Assures Timely Rollout of Amnesty Program in Mindanao
Davao City – May 8, 2025 — The National Amnesty Commission (NAC) has reaffirmed its commitment to the timely and effective implementation of the government’s amnesty program in Mindanao, during…