Politics
Navy Seizes ₱44M in Smuggled Cigarettes Off Pantukan Coast
Naval Forces Eastern Mindanao intercepts a motorboat carrying ₱44 million worth of undocumented cigarettes from Jolo. Details on the operation and the illegal tobacco trade in Mindanao.
Environment
Masantol Plants 500 Mangroves, Releases 10,000 Tilapia for River Rehab
Masantol LGU and DPWH planted 500 mangrove seedlings along Sapang Marimla River to prevent floods and erosion. The project also released 10,000 tilapia fingerlings to boost aquatic life and local livelihoods.
Sports
Gabriel Tapales Fights for IBF Asia Title in Moscow on Feb 13, 2026
Filipino boxer Gabriel Tapales gets his first regional title shot against Aznaur Kalsynov for the vacant IBF Asia featherweight crown in Moscow. A win could propel him into the world rankings.
Business
ADB-Led Feasibility Study Opens Mindanao Railway to Global Bidders
The ADB-led feasibility study for the Mindanao Railway allows any country to bid, breaking from single-country dependency. Phase 1 targets Tagum-Davao-Digos with operations by 2031.
International
Entertainment
Aida Rivera Ford, Trailblazing Writer and Educator, Dies at 99
The Philippines mourns Aida Rivera Ford, founder of Mindanao's first fine arts school and a literary icon. Her legacy in education and literature endures. Read her remarkable story.
Tagbilaran, Toledo Cities Triumph at Sinulog 2026
Tagbilaran City, Bohol and Toledo City, Cebu emerged as the biggest winners at the Sinulog 2026 Grand Showdown in Cebu City, securing the highest honors and millions in prizes. Discover their victories!
Davao's Jayvee Lyn Lorejo is a Miss World PH 2026 Frontrunner
Davaoeña Jayvee Lyn Lorejo is a top contender for Miss World Philippines 2026. Discover her inspiring journey, her 'Pangga Project' for elders, and how she represents Davao's spirit.
Meet Davao's Pride: Jayvee Lyn Lorejo for Miss World PH 2026
Davaoeña Jayvee Lyn Lorejo is a top contender for Miss World Philippines 2026. Discover her inspiring journey from her Lola's sari-sari store to the MOA Arena stage. Support her now!
Tagbilaran, Toledo Win Big at Sinulog 2026 Festival
Tagbilaran City, Bohol and Toledo City, Cebu emerged as champions in the Sinulog 2026 Grand Parade. Discover the full list of winners and prize details from the country's grandest festival.