Day: February 23, 2026
Inter-Agency Team Shuts Down Illegal Gold Mining Site In South Cotabato
Authorities shut down an illegal gold mining site in Tampakan, South Cotabato, seizing equipment in a joint anti-illegal mining crackdown. (Contributed Photo) COTABATO CITY, Philippines — Authorities shut down an illegal gold mining facility near a river in Barangay Tablu, Tampakan, South Cotabato, on Friday, February 20, as part of a joint anti-illegal mining operation
Three Presidents, Three ICC Cases: What We Know About Their Cases
MANILA, Philippines — Three former and sitting presidents — Rodrigo Duterte of the Philippines, Omar al‑Bashir of Sudan, and Uhuru Kenyatta of Kenya — have faced charges of crimes against humanity. However, their responses to the International Criminal Court (ICC) vary, highlighting the limitations of international justice and enforcement. What We Know Rodrigo Duterte (Philippines)
SMI Grants P1.5 Million For Streetlight Project In Kiblawan
In the photo, Vice Mayor Joel Calma receives a P1.5 million check from Nelsie Distura, a representative of Sagittarius Mines Incorporated, intended to fund the joint streetlight project of his office and the company in their municipality. (Contributed Photo) The Office of the Vice Mayor of Kiblawan in Davao del Sur and a private company
