Iligan, Lanao del Norte lead Region 10 inflation
Iligan City and Lanao del Norte registered the highest inflation rates in Region 10 for July at 7.9% and 8.3%, respectively.
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Higher ancillary service rates lift August power bills
Electricity consumers may see higher transmission charges in their August 2026 power bills following a 30.85% spike in ancillary service rates, according to the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP).
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Macacua safe after convoy comes under fire
Interim Bangsamoro Chief Minister Abdulraof “Sammy” Macacua escaped unhurt after unidentified gunmen ambushed his convoy in Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao del Norte.
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CDO fast-tracks skatepark, boulevard projects
Cagayan de Oro officials are moving to fast-track the development of a P6-million public skatepark and two city boulevards. Aiming for construction progress before the end of the year, the city council is expediting technical reviews while ensuring all legal, environmental, and planning safeguards are met.
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Iligan-built App 'Pic-A-Talk' breaks speech barriers, eyes ASEAN
Developed in Iligan City, Pic-A-Talk allows non-verbal children and those with speech delays to communicate using personalized photos, local voice recordings, and offline functionality. Supported by DOST, this homegrown assistive tool bridges home and classroom communication while eyeing expansion into the ASEAN region.
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CDO skater Cheska Edulan wins Kadayawan skateboarding title
After years of podium near-misses, Cagayan de Oro native Cheska Adrienne Edulan captured her first major title in the Women’s Division at the Kadayawan Skateboarding Competition in Davao City. Following her victory, Edulan is using her platform to advocate for a dedicated public skatepark in CDO.
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Beyond Words: How a sister’s search bar inspired a mindanao speech app for non-verbal students
Founded in Iligan City by Uma Roa to help her non-verbal sister, Pic-A-Talk is an assistive communication app that turns images into spoken words. By allowing families to upload personalized photos, the app bridges communication gaps, reduces everyday frustration, and supports speech development for non-verbal children.
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Romualdo gets key CA post, giving Mindanao a stronger voice
Camiguin’s lone district representative Jurdin Jesus M. Romualdo’s election as Majority Leader of the Commission on Appointments (CA) could give Northern Mindanao a stronger voice in decisions involving key national government appointments.
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Koronadal’s Marbel Children’s Chorus claims Grand Prix honor in Thailand
The Marbel Children’s Chorus of Koronadal City and South Cotabato earned the Grand Prix Championship at the 3rd Thailand International Choral Festival in Bangkok.
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Bukidnon inflation eases to 6.8%
Bukidnon’s inflation rate slowed significantly to 6.8% in July, down from 8.6% in June. The 1.8-percentage-point decline was primarily driven by lower transport costs, cheaper fuel, and easing vegetable prices, though high staple food costs like rice continue to strain local family budgets.
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Balaba stands by Duterte ICC visit, says: ‘I am not obligated to explain’
Cagayan de Oro City Councilor Joyleen Mercedes “Girlie” Balaba defended her visit to former President Rodrigo Duterte at his International Criminal Court (ICC) detention facility in The Hague.
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Think Before You Call
Picture a bustling household where Ma and Pa are supposed to oversee the family’s well-being — planning the budget, keeping everyone on track, and occasionally reminding the children that dirty socks do not walk themselves to the laundry basket.
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Pag-IBIG Fund net income up 24% to ₱41.35 billion in first half of 2026
Pag-IBIG Fund posted record first-half net income of ₱41.35 billion in 2026, up 24% from the same period last year.
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26 Basilan women turn ice plant into livelihood engine
In Lower Binembengan, Sumisip, Basilan, 26 local women are operating a solar-powered ice plant that provides a steady supply of ice blocks for local fishermen. Backed by MTIT-Basilan, the EU, and UNDP, the initiative helps protect catches, reduce transport costs, and strengthen women-led livelihoods.
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Misamis Oriental schools halt classes to beat extreme heat
At least 20 local government units in Misamis Oriental have suspended classes for August 13 and 14 following a dangerous 43°C heat index forecast. Driven by ongoing El Niño conditions, local leaders are moving to prevent heat-related illnesses and safeguard students during peak temperatures.
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CDO kids stay home as heat hits 43°C
Cagayan de Oro City Mayor Rolando “Klarex” Uy has ordered the suspension of public school classes on August 13 and 14 due to a dangerous forecast heat index of 43°C. The move aims to protect students as PAGASA warns of intensifying El Niño conditions across the region.
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Kadayawan champ surrenders top honor to CDO Skater Garrido
Cagayan de Oro skateboarder Garren Pol Garrido captured the "Skater of the Day" award at the 41st Kadayawan Festival Open Skateboarding Competition in Davao City. Overcoming funding constraints, training facility deficits, and a knee injury, Garrido placed fifth overall, while fellow CDO native Cheska Edulan won the Women’s Division.
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Camiguin keeps lowest inflation in Region 10 at 4%
Camiguin recorded the lowest inflation rate in Northern Mindanao at 4.0% in July. While climbing from 3.1% in June, the island province’s rate remains well below the regional average of 6.4%, offering relative price stability compared to mainland provinces facing steeper commodity and transport costs.
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