Category: News
Moro Villagers in Maguindanao Support Peace by Surrendering Weapons
The Army collected 20 combat weapons on January 18, surrendered by Moro villagers in Talitay, Maguindanao del Norte. The disarmament supports the Mindanao peace process under the Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) Program. Lt. Gen. Antonio Nafarrete, 6th Infantry Division commander, announced the handover during a January 20 press briefing. Residents surrendered assault rifles,
PDEA Nabs Two, Seizes P3.4M Shabu in Marawi Sting
Agents of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) seized P3.4 million worth of shabu during a Marawi City operation. PDEA-Bangsamoro Region Director Gil Cesario Castro confirmed the suspects were caught in Barangay Matampay on Saturday, January 18. The sting, conducted with local officials and Lanao del Sur Gov. Mamintal Adiong Jr., ensnared the traffickers. Undercover
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 killed in an ambush on Saturday, January 18, while riding a motorcycle along a stretch of highway in Barangay Damalusay, Datu Paglas. The attack underscores the growing crisis of riding-in-tandem killings in the region, where scores of people have lost
Is the TikTok Ban Good for Business? A Clash of National Security and Business Interests
TikTok’s threat to “go dark” on Sunday has sent shockwaves through the tech world and raised a pivotal question: is banning the app a boost or a blow to business interest? As the clock ticks down, the short-form video platform’s ultimatum—spurred by a Supreme Court ruling and lack of assurances from President Joe Biden’s administration—has
BARMM Program Brings Vision Aid to Senior Citizens
At least 72 senior citizens from various barangays in Cotabato City received free reading glasses through the Sagip Paningin Para Kay Lolo at Lola Program, a joint initiative of the Bangsamoro government’s social services ministry and Glang Eye Care Clinic. The outreach, conducted last week, aligns with the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao’s (BARMM)
Lamitan City Boosts Business with New Labor Office
Business leaders in the Bangsamoro region celebrated the relocation of the Basilan office of the Ministry of Labor and Employment (MOLE) to Lamitan City. Lamitan City, home to 45 barangays, is emerging as Basilan’s new investment hub, alongside its 11 towns and Isabela City. The transfer of the office from Isabela City to Barangay Limook, Lamitan
New Army Officers, Recruits Boost Peace Efforts in Mindanao
The 6th Infantry Division of the Philippine Army has welcomed 37 new lieutenants into its community-based peacebuilding teams. These efforts support the government’s ongoing peace initiatives with Moro communities in Central Mindanao. Lt. Gen. Antonio Nafarrete, commander of the 6th ID, announced the new assignments on Friday, January 17. The newly commissioned lieutenants and 100
TikTok on the Brink: The Fight to Save an App Loved by Millions
TikTok, the wildly popular social media app with 170 million American users, is facing a shutdown in the United States this Sunday unless a last-minute intervention halts the federal ban. The looming deadline has sparked a flurry of political maneuvering and legal battles, with major implications for the app’s users and its Chinese parent company,
Joe Biden’s Farewell Warning: Defending Democracy in Perilous Times
In a poignant final address to the nation from the Oval Office, President Joe Biden issued a heartfelt warning about the perils facing American democracy. He spoke with the gravitas of a leader passing the torch. Biden cautioned against the growing concentration of power among a small group of ultra-wealthy individuals and the unchecked influence
Ceasefire Deal Reached Between Hamas and Israel
“More than 400 days of struggle, a day of success,” declared President Joe Biden on Wednesday, marking a significant milestone with the announcement of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. This pivotal deal, brokered with support from the United States and Qatar, comes after 15 months of relentless conflict that claimed tens of thousands
Catholic Priest Calls for Action: ‘Fight for the Truth’
Fr. Milan Ted Torralba of the Archdiocese of Manila delivered a powerful message from the pulpit of the Manila Cathedral, urging Catholics to stand firm in the fight for truth and justice. “We must fight for the truth of the Gospel—for the sake of God and our country,” Torralba said, challenging the faithful to confront
Lawyer: ‘Filipinos Are For Peace, But We Are Not Naive’
The lawyer behind the third impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte didn’t hold back when reacting to a massive “peace rally” in Manila on Monday, January 13. “Filipinos are for peace, but we are NOT stupid,” lawyer Amando Virgil Ligutan wrote in a fiery X post Monday night. Emphasizing the importance of accountability, he
