Classrooms Get a Facelift in Bangsamoro SGA Towns—Welcomed by Villagers and Officials Alike
Residents and local officials in three Bangsamoro SGA towns in Cotabato welcome newly repaired classrooms,…
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.
They Just Went Out to Play — But 5 Children Never Came Home in Marawi
A morning of play ends in tragedy as five children drown in a secluded pond…
Free “Oplan Tuli” in Cotabato Draws Praise from Local Executives, Benefits 100+ Boys
A BARMM-led “Oplan Tuli” in Kabacan provides free circumcision to 129 boys, earning praise from…
Cotabato Province, Military Commit to Sustaining Peace Initiatives
Cotabato and the military reaffirm cooperation to sustain peace initiatives, reintegrate former fighters, and boost…
Cotabato Governor Teams Up with BARMM Chief to Push Peace and Progress in Moro Communities
Cotabato Governor Emmylou Taliño Mendoza and BARMM Chief Minister Abdulrauf Macacua strengthen ties to ensure…
16 Political Parties Ready to Make History in BARMM’s First Parliamentary Elections
ixteen political parties are set to contest BARMM’s first parliamentary elections, signaling a historic shift…
Bangsamoro Officials Step Up to Guide Police Reforms
Three Bangsamoro officials have joined the region’s police reform advisory group, signaling stronger multi-sector backing…
Tawi-Tawi Honors PDEA-BARMM Team’s Big Wins Against Drugs
Recognized for impact: PDEA-BARMM Tawi-Tawi team earns commendations after major anti-drug operations across island municipalities.
“Better Surrender Now While There is Time Yet”—BARMM Chief to Ambushers as Police Hunt Intensifies in Maguindanao Ambush
“Better surrender now while there is time yet," says BARMM chief as task force hunts…
Flood-Hit Families in BARMM SGA Receive Housing Materials from Parliament Member
Flood-affected families in Malidegao and Ligawasan receive housing aid from BARMM officials as rebuilding efforts…
SMI, Datalblao Community Share Meals, Strengthen Ties During Ramadan
Residents of Datalblao come together nightly for iftar, with support from SMI and local leaders…
Sema Meets Moro Students in Madinah, Urges Youth to Serve Bangsamoro
In Madinah, Minister Muslimin Sema calls on Moro students to pursue learning and return home…