Siargao Is Not for Sale: When Hospitality Becomes Surrender
A Paradise Under StrainIn Siargao, the image of a tropical haven is increasingly colliding with a harsher reality. What was once a symbol of community-driven tourism is now facing rising…
Two Former CTG Members Arrested in Caraga Manhunt Operations
CARAGA REGION, Philippines — Two former female members of the Communist Terrorist Group (CTG) were arrested in separate intelligence-driven manhunt operations conducted on April 4 and April 6, 2026, in…
From Siargao’s Shores to the Roof of the World: A Lunanian’s Historic Journey to Everest Base Camp
In a story that blends grit, heritage, and the boundless spirit of island dreamers, a daughter of General Luna has etched her name into history—becoming the first Siargaonon to reach…
Armed Man Arrested After Threatening Woman in Surigao City
SURIGAO CITY, Philippines — A 46-year-old man was arrested Thursday night, March 19, after allegedly threatening a woman with a firearm in a tense incident that alarmed residents in Barangay…
4 Suspects Arrested for Illegal Mining in Surigao del Norte; Equipment, Mineral Ores Seized
SURIGAO DEL NORTE, Philippines — Authorities arrested four individuals allegedly involved in illegal mining activities in the municipality of Placer during a joint law enforcement operation on March 16, as…
French Tourist Drowns in Resort Swimming Pool in Surigao del Norte
A 31-year-old French tourist was found dead after reportedly drowning in a swimming pool at a resort in Barangay Pacifico in the municipality of San Isidro, Surigao del Norte on…
Five Priority Drug Suspects Arrested, ₱420,000 Worth of Illegal Drugs Seized in Buy-Bust Operation in Surigao City
SURIGAO CITY — Five individuals identified by authorities as priority drug personalities were arrested following a joint anti-illegal drug operation led by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency Regional Office 13,…
600 Grams of Suspected Shabu Worth ₱4.08M Recovered Along Shoreline in Surigao del Norte
Authorities in Surigao del Norte recovered approximately 600 grams of suspected shabu valued at about ₱4.08 million after it was discovered along the shoreline of Barangay Daku in the municipality…
BPAT Member Stabbed in Claver; Suspect Arrested in Hot Pursuit Operation
CLAVER, Surigao del Norte — A member of the Barangay Peacekeeping Action Team (BPAT) was stabbed during a confrontation late Tuesday night in Purok 7, Barangay Taganito, authorities said. According…
PSR-Listed CTG Members Arrested in Surigao del Norte
SURIGAO DEL NORTE, Philippines — Authorities arrested three individuals listed in the PSR as members of a Communist Terrorist Group (CTG) during a joint counterinsurgency operation in the municipality of…