Born in a remote village in Tampakan, South Cotabato, Bon Ryan Jimenez once saw college as an impossible dream. Today, he is preparing to graduate with the help of an educational assistance program that eased his familyโs burdens and gave him a chance at a brighter future. His journey is becoming a symbol of hope for other students in underserved communities.
Bangsamoro Leaders’ Partnership That Crosses Political Lines to Bring Peace, Healthcare, and Hope to Ligawasan Communities
PIKIT, Cotabato โ The people still need help. That is one thing that has remained remarkably simple in a region where political boundaries can be complicated That shared reality brought Bangsamoro Parliament Member Kadil Sinolinding Jr. โ better known as โDoc Jojoโ โ and Ligawasan Vice Mayor Jenaida Abas together on Friday, August 28, for talks aimed at strengthening cooperation…
5,000 Cops Deployed to BARMM: Massive Security Operation Launched as Region Braces for First-Ever Parliamentary Election
BARMM deploys thousands of security forces as governors, police, and military brace for the region's first parliamentary elections on September 14. (John Unson) COTABATO CITY, Philippines โ Thousands of police officers are being mobilized across the Bangsamoro region as authorities brace for a potentially tense election day in areas already identified as hotspots. With the clock ticking toward September 14,…
Indian National Arrested in Zamboanga Sibugay Over Violations of Law Protecting Women and Children
IPIL, ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAYโ Police arrested an Indian national in this town after a court issued a warrant accusing him of three counts of allegedly violating the Philippinesโ law protecting women and children from violence. The arrest was carried out under a valid judicial warrant, police said, although authorities did not disclose the specific allegations or circumstances behind the three cases…
Could New Mexicoโs Meta Ruling Change Meta’s Social Media Platforms?
A New Mexico judge has ordered Meta Platforms to pay $567 million and make sweeping changes to how Facebook and Instagram protect children, in a landmark case that could have…
AI Boom or Water Crisis? Philippines’ Massive Pax Silica Hub Puts Scarce Resources to the Test
New Clark City was formerly military land hosting US bases, but it is now a master-planned area along the Luzon Economic Corridor. The Philippines hopes this site will help it…
Digital Age, Same Old Battles: Disinformation Weaponized Against Indigenous Peoples
The Philippines likes to celebrate its digital riseโand not without reason. We are among the most connected populations in the world, spending hours online, shaping conversations, influencing elections, and increasingly,…
A Lost SpaceX Rocket is About to Crash Into the Moon at 5,400 MPH
A SpaceX Falcon 9 upper stage that failed to return to Earth after a 2025 lunar mission is now expected to slam into the Moon at 5,400 miles per hour. Astronomers say the impact poses no danger to Earth, but the incident is drawing renewed attention to the growing problem of space debris.
Labor Day Heat Alert: 11 Areas Brace for Dangerous Heat Indices
Pagasa warns 11 areas may hit dangerous heat indices on Labor Day, with Dagupan City expected to reach a scorching 43ยฐC.
ASEAN Rights Group Condemns Killings in Central Philippines, Calls for Independent Inquiry
A regional rights group denounces a deadly military operation in Negros Occidental that left 19 dead, including civilians, and urges an independent investigation.
A Database System in Bangsamoro Tries to Bring Order to Aid โ and Accountability to Government
A new digital registry in Bangsamoro aims to fix long-standing gaps in aid delivery. It could reshape how government earns public trust.
10 Kilos of Shabu Worth P68 Million Seized at Checkpoint in Pagadian City
A routine checkpoint in Pagadian City led to the seizure of 10 kilos of shabu worth P68 million hidden in a tricycle and the arrest of a Cotabato City resident.
Cagayan de Oro Fire Claims Life of Man Who Tried to Save His House
An elderly man died after reentering his burning home in Cagayan de Oro to save belongings, as a fast-moving fire damaged six houses, officials said.
Cops Nabbed in Misamis Oriental Mining Bust
Six suspects, including two police officers, were arrested in Opol, Misamis Oriental, after authorities intercepted suspected illegally sourced mineral ores and mining equipment at a checkpoint.
No More Bets: The Civil Service Commission Now Bans Government Workers from GamblingโOn or Off Duty. Why You Should Care.
The Civil Service Commission has imposed a sweeping ban on gambling for all government workers, extending restrictions beyond office hours and into private life.
Housing Woes in Bangsamoro Highlight Urgent Need for Global Support
Facing a housing shortage affecting nearly 300,000 families, the Bangsamoro government is seeking foreign partners to expand shelter programs tied to peacebuilding and development.
Marawi Extends Its Academic Reach: How MSU and Lanao del Sur Are Helping Bring Legal Education to Tawi-Tawi
A new College of Law building in MSU-Tawi-Tawi highlights a growing partnership between MSU Main in Marawi and the Lanao del Sur provincial governmentโan alliance using education to widen access, strengthen institutions and advance regional development across Bangsamoro.
Lawyers Demand Answers After a Child Killed in Zamboanga Police Operation
A childโs death in a Zamboanga raid sparks calls for an independent probe, as lawyers question police claims and demand accountability.