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The Tapestry of the South. Welcome to the home of Mindanao feature stories. Beyond the daily headlines, Mindanao Gold Star Daily celebrates the diverse narratives that define our island’s identity. In 2026, we explore the "Colors of Mindanao"—from the ancestral wisdom of our indigenous Lumad communities and the vibrant Islamic heritage of Western Mindanao to the world-class surf breaks of Siargao. Our features dive deep into Mindanaoan cuisine, sustainable eco-tourism, and the human interest stories of local innovators shaping the "trillion-peso" regional economy. This is where we tell the story of who we are: fearless, factual, and deeply rooted in the heart of the southern Philippines.

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Cagayan de Oro

37 years keeping the machine running

For nearly four decades, while readers focused on the headlines, one man quietly made sure those stories reached the public.

Jul 1, 2026000

A mural depicting Agusan del Sur basketball icon Rene Baterbonia with indigenous art at the Naliyagan Art Exhibition.

Cagayan de Oro

ARTsurnon’s Mural honors Rene Baterbonia

The mural does more than depict a basketball player; it highlights Rene Baterbonia's leadership, generosity, and humility that continue to inspire Agusanons.

Jun 19, 2026000

Iligan

When the ground shook: Iligan residents recall the Magnitude-7.8 quake

A magnitude 7.8 earthquake off Sarangani Province triggered widespread tremors across Mindanao on June 8, prompting immediate neighborhood evacuations, school facility suspensions, and structural safety checks in Iligan City.

Jun 11, 2026010

A youth female soccer team wearing blue and pink jerseys stands on a green turf field listening to their coach in a yellow shirt, with empty red and grey stadium grandstands in the background.

Cagayan de Oro

What parents should ask before any training camp

In the wake of recent varsity player tragedies, student-athlete safety is under scrutiny. Here are the concrete legal questions parents must ask coaches before approving out-of-town training camps.

Jun 10, 2026000

The exterior facade of the General Santos City Airport terminal building under a clear blue sky, showing the main entrance areas empty during a temporary post-earthquake closure.

Cagayan de Oro

How to claim flight refunds after the quake

Stranded by the magnitude 7.8 Mindanao earthquake? The Civil Aeronautics Board has mandated that airlines provide full cash refunds instead of expiring vouchers. Here is the step-by-step verification and portal breakdown to reclaim your funds on mobile.

Jun 10, 2026000

The official document header of Commission on Higher Education Memorandum Order No. 63, series of 2017, detailing policies and guidelines on local off-campus activities with an official release stamp.

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Parents’ Guide to Ched rules on off-campus trainings

Collegiate sports tragedies expose critical gaps in student safety. Here is a legal guide to CHED rules on off-campus training, school liability, and parental rights.

Jun 10, 2026000

Wide shot of the crowded sports complex stadium during the Palarong Pambansa 2026 opening ceremony in Agusan del Sur.

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Agusan del Sur opens Palarong Pambansa '26 with historic, tech-driven showcase

Agusan del Sur launches a tech-driven Palarong Pambansa 2026 opening ceremony, featuring drone light shows, tight logistics, and top entertainment.

May 29, 2026000

Close-up of a thin waxing crescent moon (Hilal) in the night sky

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Why Ramadan dates differ among Filipino Muslims

Understanding the two distinct Islamic interpretations—local versus global moon sighting—that lead to different Ramadan start dates for Muslim communities across the Philippines and Barmm.

Mar 18, 2026000