‘Sub-Saharan’ Mindanao: These memes might make your day

Jessa Ngojo - CDN Social Media Specialist 03/13/2025

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The online frenzy over former President Rodrigo Duterte’s arrest by the International Criminal Court (ICC) intensified when political scientist and media personality Richard Heydarian compared Mindanao to Sub-Saharan Africa. In a CNN News…

Mindanao: 10 must-visit places of the ‘Land of Promise’

Immae Lachica 03/13/2025

CEBU CITY, Philippines– If you’re looking for an adventure that takes you beyond the usual tourist trails, Mindanao is the perfect destination. Often overlooked, this southern gem of the Philippines is home to breathtaking landscapes, thrilling adventures,…

Pacquiao wants nuclear, Binay eyes renewable energy in Mindanao

John Eric Mendoza 02/16/2025

DAVAO DEL NORTE – Former Sen. Manny Pacquiao and Makati City Mayor Abby Binay proposed different solutions to address the perennial electricity supply issues in Mindanao. Pacquiao and Binay made their stance known when asked by the…

Pagasa: Luzon, most of Mindanao to experience rains Friday

Ma. Cristina Arayata - Philippine News Agency 01/24/2025

MANILA – Luzon and most of Mindanao will experience rains due to the northeast monsoon and the easterlies, the weather bureau said Friday. “Cloud clusters seen east of Mindanao are caused by the easterlies. Bring an umbrella as…

Pre-Christmas tragedy in Cotabato: Family from Cagayan de Oro loses 5 members

Shiela Mae Butlig 12/24/2024

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — In Greenville Subdivision, Brgy. Bugo here, lighted candles are being placed outside the Maglinte family’s home. This comes a day after five family members tragically lost their lives in a vehicular accident…

New LPA off Mindanao may become tropical cyclone in 24-48 hrs

Jason Sigales 12/21/2024

MANILA, Philippines — A new Low Pressure Area (LPA) that was spotted off Mindanao on Saturday morning may intensify into a tropical cyclone within the next 24 to 48 hours, the state weather agency said. According to…

Mindanao Railway Project will proceed – gov’t

Che Palicte 11/20/2024

The Mindanao Railway Project would push through, the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) said, dismissing speculations of cancellation. In a press briefing, Secretary Leo Tereso Magno clarified that the project is moving forward, confirming strong interest from private…

Kristine triggers flash floods in Central Mindanao

Edwin Fernandez 10/22/2024

COTABATO CITY — The torrential rains spawned by Tropical Storm Kristine over the past two days have triggered flashfloods in several areas in the provinces of Maguindanao del Sur, Maguindanao del Norte, and Sultan Kudarat, affecting thousands of…

Pagasa monitors 2 LPAs outside PAR

Faith Argosino 09/08/2024

MANILA, Philippines — The state weather bureau is monitoring two low-pressure areas (LPA) outside the Philippine area of Responsibility (PAR), which have a low chance of developing into tropical cyclones in the next 24 hours. In a…

2 reported dead in Mindanao due to habagat – NDRRMC

Faith Argosino 07/15/2024

MANILA, Philippines — Two individuals in Northern Mindanao and Davao Region reportedly died due to the southwest monsoon, locally known as habagat, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC). In a situational report…

Mindanao fishers seek protection as China ships spotted off region

Adrian Parungao 06/23/2024

MANILA, Philippines — Mindanao fisherfolk expressed fear that they “will be the next to suffer from crossing the sea or catching fish resources from our waters” following the reported sighting of Chinese ships off the region. The…

DOT wants more tourists to discover Mindanao

Bobby E. Lagsa 04/29/2024

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, Philippines — The Department of Tourism (DOT) is doing everything it can to attract tourists, both from within the country and abroad, to visit Mindanao. The peace and security situation in the region…

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