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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

Normin tribes gather for annual Panalawahig ritual in Malaybalay

Every year, members of the Tagoloanon Tribe and all seven tribes of Bukidnon gather to perform the Panalawahig ritual at Sabangan, Malaybalay City.

May 3, 2024000

Cagayan de Oro

A tribute to tourism’s iconic lady director Dorothy Jean Buhay Pabayo

Former DOT 10 Regional Director Dorothy Jean Pabayo was laid to rest today, 25th of April at the family’s mausoleum in Greenhills Memorial Home in Bulua, Cagayan de Oro City. She was 85 years old.

Apr 25, 2024000