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Vendors sell fresh produce inside the vegetable section of a public market in Cagayan de Oro City at Cogon public market. (File Photo courtesy of City Economic Enterprises and Business Development Administration)

Why healthy eating feels out of reach for many Filipino families

High food prices and export-driven farming leave low-income families in Cagayan de Oro struggling to afford nutritious meals, despite Northern Mindanao's ₱182B agricultural yield.

Aug 6, 20265400

Construction scaffolds line the iconic Cloud 9 boardwalk tower in General Luna, Siargao Island, during ongoing rehabilitation works on Thursday, July 31, 2026. Municipal leaders and tourism officials inspected the coastal development site to ensure facility upgrades, including new public restrooms and first-aid booths, are completed before the 2026 World Surf League Championship Tour begins on Oct. 31. (Photo courtesy of Lingkod Lapid FB)

Siargao travelers to get better airport, rest stops, surf facilities

Ahead of the upcoming World Surf League tour, Siargao transforms visitor experience with upgraded Cloud 9 boardwalks, modern airport lounges, and dedicated tourist rest areas across the island.

Aug 5, 20267100

Representatives from the Agricultural Productivity Operations Office (APOO), CEEBDA, and BFAR-10 inspect fish stalls during a Market Denial Campaign at the Puerto Public Market in Cagayan de Oro City. The joint operation aimed to curb illegal fishing practices and prevent illegally caught seafood from entering public distribution channels. (File Photo courtesy of Cagayan de Oro City Information Office)

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.

Aug 4, 20267500

San Juan City Mayor Francisco Javier Zamora, El Salvador City Mayor Edgar Lignes, and Gingoog City Mayor Eric Cañosa sign historic sisterhood agreements on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. The inter-city partnership formalizes cooperation across trade, tourism, education, and local governance initiatives between the Metro Manila municipality and the Northern Mindanao cities. (Photo by Shiela Mae Butlig)

Sister city pact brings Misor products closer to Metro Manila buyers

Sisterhood pacts signed between San Juan City and Misamis Oriental’s El Salvador and Gingoog will bring local products—including oolong tea and faith tourism—directly to Metro Manila buyers.

Jul 30, 20264100

Vendors sell fresh produce and local goods during the Monthly Tabo at the City Hall Mini-Park in Cagayan de Oro City. Organizers under the municipal Community-Based Drug Rehabilitation Program (CBDRP) designed the ongoing livelihood campaign to combine healthcare-led rehabilitation with practical economic support for long-term community reintegration. (Photo courtesy of Cagayan de Oro City Information Office)

CDO monthly market gives recovering PWUDs a fresh start

Through the Monthly Tabo at City Hall, Cagayan de Oro's CADAC is turning rehabilitation into sustainable entrepreneurship for recovering drug responders.

Jul 30, 20266000

Local officials are urging the national government to review transmission fees and amend the Electric Power Industry Reform Act (EPIRA) alongside removing system loss charges to make energy rates fair and transparent. (National Grid Corp. of the Philippines)

Power bills May drop as system loss charge ends

Consumers and local officials in Lanao del Norte welcomed President Marcos' proposal to remove system loss charges, hoping the reform will significantly lower monthly electricity bills.

Jul 28, 20265600

HELPING FARMERS GROW. Pilmico Animal Nutrition Corp. marked its 28th anniversary in July by expanding technical assistance and sustainable feeds to livestock farmers across Capas, Tarlac. The initiative aims to strengthen regional agriculture and fortify the nation’s overall food supply. Supplied Photo

Farmers get more support as Pilmico marks 28 years

Jul 27, 20265700

Pag-IBIG Fund SAFE Loan helps over 803,000 members with ₱5.82 billion released in less than six weeks

Pag-IBIG Fund has released ₱5.82 billion under its Special Assistance for Financial Emergencies (SAFE) Loan as of July 22, providing aid to 803,769 members in less than six weeks since the program started on June 10.

Jul 23, 20268300

MORE JOBS, STRONGER FARMING.Taiwanese officials led by TECO Representative Ambassador Wallace Minn-Gan Chow meet with Cagayan de Oro City Mayor Rolando "Klarex" Uy on July 21 to discuss a proposed agriculture innovation center and expanded job opportunities in Taiwan for Filipino workers. (Photo courtesy of the Cagayan de Oro City Information Office.)

Taiwan eyes more OFW jobs, agri hub for CDO

Jul 22, 20268600

The Aurora-Polanco 138-kiloVolt (kV) transmission line 1. Photo Courtesy of NGCP

July power bills inch up

Consumers will experience a slight increase in their July electricity bills following a rise in national grid transmission charges.

Jul 17, 20266000

Demonstrators representing labor unions and healthcare advocacy groups, including the Federation of Free Workers, raise placards during a rally to protest the transfer of ₱89.9 billion in PhilHealth funds, Monday, July 13, 2026. The coalition called on the administration to reverse the fiscal directive and protect state-managed insurance assets earmarked for universal healthcare services. Supplied Photo

Workers to gov't on PhilHealth: Hands off our health funds

The Federation of Free Workers (FFW) welcomed Finance Secretary Ralph Recto's proposal to improve PhilHealth benefits for paying members, but warned that better benefits should never come at the expense of universal healthcare or the diversion of PhilHealth funds.

Jul 13, 20263300

Inflation eases, but everyday costs stay high

Jul 13, 20264000