Soldiers Seize 9 High-Powered Rifles in Maguindanao Operations
Maguindanao del Sur – Government troops seized nine assault rifles in two separate raids across the…
Author: John Unson
John Unson is a veteran Filipino journalist who serves as a staff writer for the regions “Central Mindanao and BARMM” at The Philippine Star. He covers news and events in Mindanao — especially in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) and the broader Central Mindanao area. His reporting spans a wide range of topics including security incidents, terrorist-related developments, drug enforcement, smuggling operations, social issues, and regional politics.
PDEA, Officials Torch P331.2M Worth of Shabu, Drugs
Cotabato City, Philippines—In a decisive move against illegal drugs, government officials incinerated P331.2 million worth…
Central Mindanao Sees Surge in Surrendered Firearms
Nineteen more firearms were voluntarily surrendered by owners in two Central Mindanao towns, marking another…
US Military Admits Contracting Plane in Maguindanao del Sur Crash
COTABATO CITY — A US military-contracted plane crash in Maguindanao del Sur has left four…
Heightened Police Presence in Bangsamoro Provinces Following Deadly Attacks
Police teams since Wednesday have become a highly visible presence in key locations across two…
Pagadian City Mourns the Loss of a Dedicated Rescue Nurse
Pagadian City is mourning the loss of Jasper Alcala, an emergency service nurse whose life…
Army Soldiers Raid Yields 19 Assault Rifles in Cotabato
Army soldiers recovered 19 high-powered firearms from an abandoned house during a raid in Pahamuddin,…
Rising Violence in Maguindanao: Moro Couple Killed in Highway Ambush
In yet another tragic episode of violence in Maguindanao del Sur, a Moro couple were…
New Army Officers, Recruits Boost Peace Efforts in Mindanao
The 6th Infantry Division of the Philippine Army has welcomed 37 new lieutenants into its…
Tragedy on the Highway: A Family’s Outing Turns Fatal in Davao City
What started as a joyful New Year outing in Davao City ended in tragedy for…
Budget Deadlock Threatens Cotabato City Projects
Cotabato City, Philippines — The Cotabato City government faces an uncertain future for its planned commerce…
BARMM Health Workers Get Rewards for Pandemic Service
Cotabato City, Philippines – Health workers in Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) who…