Culture - The Mindanao Sentinel https://themindanaosentinel.com Regional Focus. National Relevance. Fri, 01 May 2026 06:59:53 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://themindanaosentinel.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/cropped-Sentinel-logo_small200-32x32.png Culture - The Mindanao Sentinel https://themindanaosentinel.com 32 32 Davao Oriental Showcases Culture, Strengthens PH–Indonesia Ties in High-Level Consular Visit https://themindanaosentinel.com/2026/05/davao-oriental-showcases-culture-strengthens-ph-indonesia-ties-in-high-level-consular-visit/ Fri, 01 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000 https://themindanaosentinel.com/?p=28311 Mati City, Davao Oriental — April 27, 2026 — Davao Oriental rolled out a warm and meaningful welcome for a visiting Indonesian consular delegation, signaling the province’s growing role in fostering international partnerships anchored on culture, tourism, and economic cooperation. At the center of the visit was a cultural immersion at the Subangan Museum, one […]

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]]> “Operation Supak” and the Challenge of Balancing Faith, Culture, and Human Rights in Bangsamoro https://themindanaosentinel.com/2025/11/operation-supak-and-the-challenge-of-balancing-faith-culture-and-human-rights-in-bangsamoro/ Fri, 14 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +0000 https://themindanaosentinel.com/?p=20041 In the municipality of Pagalungan, Maguindanao del Sur, local authorities have launched an initiative called “Operation Supak,” aimed at stopping same-sex live-in relationships in the community. Led by Barangay Layog Chairman Datu Faisal Mamasabulod Alhaj, together with barangay officials, BPAT members, and representatives from the religious sector, the operation reportedly involved visiting homes of LGBTQ […]

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]]> Mindanao Art 2025: Leaping Beyond, Liberating Through Culture https://themindanaosentinel.com/2025/09/mindanao-art-2025-leaping-beyond-liberating-through-culture/ Sun, 28 Sep 2025 04:00:00 +0000 https://themindanaosentinel.com/?p=17895 Davao City — At the heart of Davao, the 7th Mindanao Art has unfurled its grandest vision yet, sending a clear message that the island’s future will not be tethered by its past: Mindanao will leap beyond. The opening gala at SM Lanang Atrium on September 21, 2025, set the stage for a cultural movement […]

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]]> Hiyas sa Kadayawan 2025: Crowning the Cultural Gems of Davao City https://themindanaosentinel.com/2025/08/hiyas-sa-kadayawan-2025-crowning-the-cultural-gems-of-davao-city/ Fri, 15 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://themindanaosentinel.com/?p=15536 Davao City once again shone brightly as the Hiyas sa Kadayawan 2025 crowned its queens — women whose grace, wisdom, and cultural pride reflect the rich tapestry of traditions woven into the city’s identity. The annual search, one of the highlights of the Kadayawan Festival, goes beyond beauty and poise. It is a platform that […]

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]]> Op-Ed: Tourism Without Respect Is Not Progress — It’s Displacement https://themindanaosentinel.com/2025/08/op-ed-tourism-without-respect-is-not-progress-its-displacement/ Wed, 06 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0000 https://themindanaosentinel.com/?p=15002 August 5, 2025 There is no denying that tourism has brought undeniable benefits to many parts of our country: employment, infrastructure, investment, and the pride of showcasing our natural beauty to the world. But what happens when the very things that make these places special — their culture, identity, and peace — begin to vanish […]

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]]> FEATURE: Honoring Heritage — General Santos City Marks 11th Blaan Day with Class and Work Suspension https://themindanaosentinel.com/2025/07/feature-honoring-heritage-general-santos-city-marks-11th-blaan-day-with-class-and-work-suspension/ Mon, 21 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://themindanaosentinel.com/?p=14198 General Santos City – July 21, 2025 In a remarkable display of cultural respect and inclusivity, General Santos City has declared a suspension of public school classes and government office work on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, to commemorate the 11th Indigenous People’s Blaan Day. Through Executive Order No. 27, Series of 2025, City Mayor Lorelie […]

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]]> Dipolog Launches “Soundsets: UNO” — A Milestone for Local Music and Homegrown Talent https://themindanaosentinel.com/2025/05/dipolog-launches-soundsets-uno-a-milestone-for-local-music-and-homegrown-talent/ Tue, 06 May 2025 03:00:00 +0000 https://themindanaosentinel.com/?p=10855 In a rousing celebration of creativity and culture, the City of Dipolog proudly unveiled DIPOLOG SOUNDSETS: UNO, the first-ever all-original Dipolog music album now streaming on Spotify and YouTube Music. This landmark release marks a turning point for the city’s growing music scene, placing local artistry in the spotlight and offering listeners a deeply personal […]

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