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General Santos City launched its 2026 Tuna Festival on Sept. 1, turning the annual celebration into a vehicle for economic recovery following a magnitude 7.8 earthquake in June. Led by Mayor Lorelie Geronimo-Pacquiao, the festival highlights business revival, safety coordination, and the 6th All About Tuna Handline Summit.
General Santos City is hosting the Gensan Tuna Festival 2026 from Aug. 22 to Sept. 5 under the theme “Giting at Pagkakaisa, Sa Pagbangon Sama-Sama.” The two-week celebration features sports tournaments, a job fair, the 6th Tuna Handline Summit, live concerts, and the popular Sugbahan sa Dalan street-grilling grand finale.
Barangay Agusan captured the grand championship in the Higalaay Festival 2026 Street Dancing Competition in Cagayan de Oro City. Dancers braved the rain to deliver stunning performances, with Mayor Rolando "Klarex" Uy granting an additional ₱200,000 incentive to each winning contingent on top of official prizes.
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.
What looks like a viral social media wellness trend on TikTok and Instagram is often a survival strategy for Gen Z Filipinos facing steep food inflation.
Diagnosed with Stage 3 Hodgkin Lymphoma at age 23, Zamboanga barista Nashalie Gonzalez shares how getting insured early saved her family from medical debt.
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.
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.
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.
Lanao del Sur marked its 67th Founding Anniversary with the inaugural Sarimanok Festival in Marawi, highlighting Meranaw traditions and youth-led cultural preservation.
MSU-IIT’s IPAG accepted the prestigious NCCA SUDI National Music Award at Manila's Metropolitan Theater, launching its 49th season with a powerful showcase of Mindanawon culture.
Many Filipinos believe eating vegetables automatically guarantees good health. However, Department of Health Region X nutritionists explain that vegetables alone cannot supply all essential nutrients, urging the public to follow a balanced diet built on moderation, variety, and essential food groups.