CDO's Higalaay Festival packs August with food, music and fun
Cagayan de Oro has unveiled its month-long lineup for Higalaay Festival 2026, packed with street dancing, food expos, athletic tournaments, and cultural shows throughout August.
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Free carnival rides set at Higalaay
Kagay-anon families can enjoy two nights of free rides at the Mary Rose Carnival inside Limketkai Center on August 13 and 18, courtesy of Mayor Rolando "Klarex" Uy and his family.
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CDO shoppers pay more for fish, less for vegetables
Shoppers across Cagayan de Oro are facing higher costs for seafood and kitchen spices, though dropping vegetable prices and steady rice supplies offer relief.
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Timor-Leste joins Mindanao Youth Games in Lanao Norte
The Philippine Sports Commission has invited Timor-Leste to join the inaugural Mindanao Youth Games in Tubod, positioning Lanao del Norte as a rising hub for international sports tourism.
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Keep Gingoog's marine sanctuary clean, residents urged
Gingoog City officials are calling on all residents to strengthen household waste management, warning that land-based garbage threatens the Puntod Shoal marine sanctuary and its underwater shrine.
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'Maraming salamat, mga kababayan': Alex Eala wins first WTA title
Filipina tennis sensation Alex Eala defeated world No. 3 Jessica Pegula in three sets to capture her first WTA singles title at the 2026 Mubadala DC Open, breaking into the Top 20 rankings.
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'Ma, I did it!': Centeno wins World 8-Ball title, pays tribute to late mother
Zamboanga’s Chezka Centeno captured her third WPA world title with a 9–6 victory over Kelly Fisher at the 2026 Women's World 8-Ball Championship, dedicating the triumph to her late mother.
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Green GSM's arrival raises concerns over jobs for CDO taxi drivers
Cagayan de Oro officials are carefully assessing the entry of Green GSM's electric taxi fleet to ensure green transit benefits do not leave traditional drivers behind.
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I scored 20/20 on that “Nobody Has All 20” list
From scoring 100 percent on a retro technology checklist to an unexpected senior discount moment at Centrio Mall, a reflective look at the humor and wisdom that come with getting older.
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CDO steps up road clearing to cut traffic gridlock
Mayor Klarex Uy has directed local agencies and police to step up road clearing and anti-illegal parking efforts across Cagayan de Oro to tackle worsening downtown gridlock.
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CDO route shake-up: Traffic dry run begins
Cagayan de Oro has initiated a month-long trial restricting provincial PUVs to designated integrated terminals, aiming to curb downtown congestion while city leaders evaluate commuter feedback and fare structures.
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Miss Cagayan de Oro 2026: Meet the 12 finalists vying for the crown
Twelve candidates showcased confidence and style at the Miss Cagayan de Oro 2026 prelims, setting the stage for the coronation night at the Limketkai Atrium on August 22.
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Beyond the Daily Grind: How a Mindanao mom and night-shift worker reached a global podium
Balancing motherhood, business duties, and night shifts, Mindanao athletes Desiree Yu and Fate Alejandria earned second place at the international HYROX fitness competition in India.
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Mindanao app for children with autism takes center stage at Hong Kong tech expo
Iligan-based startup Pic-A-Talk represented Mindanao at LEAP East Hong Kong 2026, pitching its assistive AAC app for non-verbal children to international investors.
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Mindanao duo secures podium finish at New Delhi HYROX
Mindanao athletes Desiree Yu and Fate Alejandria overcame multi-city training and course hurdles to secure 2nd place in the HYROX Doubles race in New Delhi.
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Can you ride Region 10's new EV taxis? Here's what commuters need to know
Vietnamese EV taxi provider Green GSM has delivered its fleet to Misamis Oriental, but regulatory guidelines temporarily prevent passengers from hailing rides within Cagayan de Oro City.
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Lanao del Sur's first Sarimanok Festival puts Meranaw culture in the spotlight
Lanao del Sur marked its 67th Founding Anniversary with the inaugural Sarimanok Festival in Marawi, highlighting Meranaw traditions and youth-led cultural preservation.
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Iligan consumers form 'Combati' group over utility hikes
Iligan City residents have formed "Combati," a crowd-funded advocacy group, to challenge rising electricity and water rates following a call to action triggered by the recent SONA.
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