BANGSAMORO – In a pivotal update on the Bangsamoro peace process, the Third Party Monitoring Team (TPMT) released its Eighth Public Report in Davao City on November 23, 2023. Tasked with overseeing the implementation of agreements between the Government of the Philippines (GPH) and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF), the TPMT highlighted significant political […]
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Rubber farmers of Basilan now armed with knowledge to fight Pestalotiopsis
DAVAO CITY — After a long struggle to keep their rubber plantations away from dying due to Pestalotiopsis Leaf Fall Disease, the rubber farmers of Akbar town in Basilan province are now knowledgeable to fight against it. This, after the personnel from Philippine Rubber Research Institute (PRRI) in partnership with the Local Government of Akbar […]
Military’s medical outreach in Tabuan Lasa, Basilan boosts healthcare access
BASILAN – Extending crucial medical services to one of Basilan’s remotest islands, the military executed a medical outreach program in Tabuan Lasa municipality on Friday, November 17, 2023. Led by the 19th Special Forces Company under the 4th Special Forces Battalion, the military aimed to address the pressing healthcare needs of the island’s residents. Lt. […]
Bangsamoro parliament reiterates call for ceasefire in Gaza
COTABATO CITY — Bangsamoro Parliament Deputy Floor Leader MP Anna Tarhata Basman has reiterated the legislative body’s call for a ceasefire in Gaza, describing the ongoing conflict as a “genocide” and a “disgrace.” In a privilege speech delivered Thursday, November 16, Basman said that the Israeli government’s bombing of hospitals in Gaza and supposed safe […]
People of Basilan stand in solidarity with Palestine
DAVAO CITY — Hundreds of residents from different areas in Basilan province trooped to Rizal Plaza in Isabela City yesterday afternoon to stand in solidarity with the Palestinians and call to stop the chaos between the Gaza Strip, the center of Palestine which has become bloody due to the war between the Israelis and the […]
Police arrests three for syndicated estafa
DAVAO CITY –— The operatives of the Philippine National Police and the Criminal Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) on November 19, 2023 arrested three of the four suspected persons for syndicated estafa. Bukidnon Police Provincial Commander Jovit Culaway, who used to monitor the cases as the then CIDG XI regional director told Newsline that […]
Former BIFF-KF members embrace peace in historic Maguindanao del Sur event
CAMP SIONGCO – In a significant development for regional stability, five former members of the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF-KF) voluntarily surrendered to the government, specifically at the 33IB Headquarters in Barangay Zapakan, Radjah Buayan, Maguindanao del Sur, on November 14, 2023. Dressed in combat gear, their decision marks a crucial step towards fostering peace […]
BARMM Secures $6.8 Million Japanese Aid for Infrastructure and Disaster Resilience
DAVAO CITY – The Philippines and Japan have officially entered into an agreement to acquire $6.8-million worth of construction. This project will enhance the road network and improve disaster risk response in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said in a public address on Tuesday, November 14. “I am […]
12-year-old student killed by grandmother in Basilan
BASILAN– In a heartbreaking incident, a 12-year-old Grade 4 student lost his life in Lamitan City, Basilan, after being attacked by his own grandmother, who was reported to have mental health issues. According to Lamitan City Police Chief Col. Arlan Delumpines, the 53-year-old grandmother, who was known to be dealing with mental health challenges, is […]
Ebrahim urges newly-elected barangay leaders to uphold moral governance
DAVAO CITY—Bangsamoro Chief Minister Ahod Ebrahim has urged the newly-elected Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan leaders to uphold Moral Governance in promoting peace and progress within the Bangsamoro region. Ebrahim issued the statement after the 2023 BSKE was held on October 30. In a statement issued on Oct. 31, Ebrahim congratulated the winners and set the […]
Opening of polling precincts delayed in BARMM and Soccsksargen
DAVAO CITY — The opening of polling precincts in many areas in Cotabato City and Region 12 has been delayed due to the late arrival of the ballots. The senior citizens and persons with disabilities who were scheduled to start voting at 5:00 earlier, waited because the ballot boxes arrived for a long time. This […]
2 killed, 4 wounded in Maguindanao del Norte as BSKE starts
DAVAO CITY — Two civilians were killed while four others were wounded in a shooting that happened early morning today at the school in Barangay Bugawas, Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao del Norte .The shooting happened before the official start of the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections today, October 30. Lt. Col. Esmael Madin, police chief […]
Two schools to serve as election precincts burned in Maguindanao del Norte
DAVAO CITY —Unknown suspects set fire to the Ruminimbang Elementary School in Ruminimbang, Barira, Maguindanao Del Norte, at 2:05 a.m. on October 28, 2023. Meanwhile, the Dalican Pilot Elementary School in the town Datu Odin Sinsuat in Maguindanao was also set on fire by still unknown suspects.. According to the report, among the building gutted […]