An Indian national has been arrested in Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay, after a court issued a warrant accusing him of three alleged violations of the Anti-VAWC Act.
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Guicam Bridge Explainer: Who Deserves Credit for the Bridge Linking Olutanga Island to Mindanao?
The Guicam Bridge promises to end Olutanga Island’s decades-long dependence on boats and ferries while opening a new economic gateway to mainland Mindanao.
ZAMSURECO II is Owned by the People? Here’s the REALITY CHECK: The Power Cooperative is NOT OWNED by the People.
ZAMSURECO II consumers are called Member-Consumer-Owners, but legal rules raise a provocative question: do they actually own the electric cooperative they pay every month?
P10 Million Lifeline: Marcos Administration Brings Medical Aid, Rice Assistance to Zamboanga Sibugay
A P10 million medical assistance fund and rice distribution program were brought to Zamboanga Sibugay as the Marcos administration expanded support for indigent families.
Fact Check: Is Zamboanga Sibugay Really the Philippines’ 8th Poorest Province?
A viral poverty ranking sparked debate. Here’s why Zamboanga Sibugay officials say the claim is false and what the PSA data reportedly shows.
Buck Moon, Venus, Scorpion Stars, and Milky Way Glow Over Zamboanga Sibugay This End of July
As July ends, Zamboanga Sibugay’s tropical skies light up with the bright Full Buck Moon, dazzling Venus in the west, the red heart of Scorpius, and the glowing core of the Milky Way. Here’s what to look for before the month closes.
BFAR Turns Over New 62-Foot Tuna Handline Fiberglass Fishing Boat to Zamboanga Sibugay Fisherfolk
A BFAR-funded fishing vessel will help a Zamboanga Sibugay fisherfolk association expand offshore fishing with training and technical support.
Heavy Rainfall Warning as Zamboanga Peninsula Under Flood and Landslide Threat
PAGASA has issued Heavy Rainfall Warning No. 3 as the southwest monsoon unleashes moderate to heavy rains over Zamboanga City, Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur, and Zamboanga Sibugay. Flooding in low-lying areas and landslides in mountainous zones are possible.
140 Critically Endangered Hawksbill Sea Turtle Hatchlings Released Into the Sea in Zamboanga Sibugay
The DENR has released 140 critically endangered hawksbill sea turtle hatchlings into the waters off Pandilusan Island in Payao, Zamboanga Sibugay, marking another milestone in efforts to protect one of the world’s most threatened marine species through collaborative conservation.
Inflation Drops in Zamboanga Sibugay, Offering Relief for Your Wallet
Prices are still rising — but more slowly. Zamboanga Sibugay’s inflation rate fell by nearly one full point in June, delivering welcome relief to families feeling the pinch on groceries, fuel and daily essentials.
Monsoon Rains in Zamboanga Sibugay: Floods Submerge Rice Fields, Displace Hundreds
Flash floods swept through Diplahan and nearby towns after the Sibuguey River overflowed, inundating vast rice fields and forcing families to evacuate. As the southwest monsoon persists, local authorities race to clear roads and deliver aid.
Zamboanga Sibugay Floods: Community Resilience Amidst Disaster
Heavy monsoon rains triggered flash floods in Diplahan, a landslide in Buug, and damaged homes in Payao, affecting around 800 families in Zamboanga Sibugay. With no reported casualties, local police and disaster teams quickly mobilized as residents begin the cleanup — highlighting the province’s ongoing battle with seasonal weather challenges and community resilience.