OPINION: Hunger Rises in Mindanao—What Went Wrong with Government Aid?
When the government says it’s doing everything it can to help the poor, one would expect the numbers to reflect that effort. But the latest Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey…
MinDA Highlights Mindanao’s Investment Potential in Shanghai Roundtable
SHANGHAI, China — The Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) showcased the island-region’s rising investment appeal during the “Opportunities in Mindanao: A Roundtable Meeting” held on June 20, 2025, at the DoubleTree…
National Agencies Back Mindanao Operations Center to Boost Disaster Resilience
DAVAO CITY – National and regional government agencies have rallied behind the Mindanao Development Authority’s (MinDA) plan to establish a state-of-the-art disaster response hub in Mindanao, underscoring a shared commitment…
OPINION: Monkeypox in Mindanao—Are We Truly Ready This Time?
Monkeypox is no longer a distant threat. With 30 confirmed cases and 26 suspected across the country—including a worrisome concentration in Mindanao—it is clear that this disease has silently crept…
TIEZA, MinDA Forge Stronger Ties to Boost Mindanao’s Tourism Potential
PASAY CITY, Philippines, May 20, 2025 – In a bid to strengthen regional tourism and attract greater investments in Mindanao, the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA) hosted a…
PH, Australian Armies Launch ‘Kasangga’ 2025 Joint Exercise in Cagayan de Oro
Cagayan de Oro City – May 19, 2025 In a continued effort to bolster defense cooperation and regional security, the Philippine Army and the Australian Army formally opened the Philippine-Australian…
OPINION: When Will Mindanao Wake Up? The Story of Sibuyan’s Mayor Is a Call to Action
In a time when politics is often bought with money, machinery, and manipulation, the people of San Fernando, Romblon dared to do something different. They defied the odds. They chose…
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…
New Tarantula Species Discovered in Mindanao’s Mimbilisan Protected Landscape
Misamis Oriental, Philippines — In a groundbreaking discovery that highlights the rich biodiversity of Mindanao, a new species of tarantula has been identified within the Mimbilisan Protected Landscape in Misamis…
Zamboanga City Declares Political Analyst Richard Heydarian Persona Non Grata Over Controversial Remarks
Zamboanga City, Philippines — May 9, 2025 — The City Council of Zamboanga has passed a resolution declaring political analyst Richard Heydarian persona non grata following his controversial remarks comparing…