Students of Langgongan Elementary School in Kapalawan underwent vision screening to detect eyesight problems that may be affecting their academic performance.
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,…
24,145 OFWs From Zamboanga Peninsula Affected By Middle East Tensions; 299 Filipinos Return Home Safely
The Department of Migrant Workers says over 24,000 OFWs from the Zamboanga Peninsula are affected by tensions in the Middle East, though none have been reported harmed. Meanwhile, 299 Filipinos have returned home safely and are receiving government assistance.
EXPLAINER: Why Iran, US, And Israel Are On The Brink โ And Why The World Is Watching
Missiles, drones, and airstrikes mark a dangerous shift from shadow war to open conflict among Iran, Israel, and the US.
Chinese Nationals Arrested for Illegal Gold Processing in Zamboanga del Norte
Authorities arrested two Chinese nationals in Zamboanga Norte for alleged illegal gold processing and immigration violations. (Image: Google Map) IPIL, Zamboanga Sibugayโ Authorities arrested two […]
Jordanian Businessman Arrested In Pagadian Over Visa Violations After Sydney Terror Link Surfaces
PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur โ Philippine authorities arrested a 65-year-old Jordanian national on Monday, March 2, over immigration violations. His business surfaced in records […]
Police, LGU Earned PRO-BAR Awards For Leading The Peace And Anti-Crime DriveโShowing What Teamwork And Commitment Can Achieve
POLICE, LGU EARN AWARDS. Mayor Bruce Matabalao (right) receives a special stakeholderโs recognition award from PRO-BAR on February 28, 2026, for the city governmentโs involvement […]
China Race Ahead in Humanoid Robots โ Fueled by AI, Policy, and Big Money
From kung fu-performing robots on national TV to billion-dollar valuations, China is rapidly scaling humanoid robotics. Backed by AI advances, state support, and strong manufacturing, Chinese firms are outpacing US rivals โ but software, safety, and data gaps remain key challenges.
What Happened In Iran: A Dramatic Escalation In The Middle East
The United States and Israel launched on Saturday a coordinated military campaign against Iran โ one of the most dramatic escalations in decades between Washington/Tel […]
Worldโs Oldest Rock Art Found In Indonesia: 67,800-Year-Old Hand Stencil Rewrites Human History
Researchers say the Sulawesi cave art predates previous finds by 15,000 years and may link early Indonesians to the first Australians.
LOOK UP: Hereโs How To Photograph The March 3, 2026 โBlood Moonโ Like A Pro โ Even With Your Phone
The only total lunar eclipse until 2028 will light up the sky in deep red. Hereโs how to time, frame, and shoot it right.
Senators Press BFAR To Share Vessel Tracking Data Amid Fight Over 15-Kilometer Municipal Waters
Senators order BFAR to share vessel monitoring data as LGUs, Oceana push to protect 15-km municipal waters from commercial fishing. (Image courtesy of Oceana) MANILA, […]
Bamboo Gains Ground In Tampakan. Leaders Push Replication Across Mindanao.
Leaders in Region 12 and BARMM urge companies to replicate SMIโs bamboo program in Tampakan, citing high survival rates and erosion control. COTABATO CITY โ […]