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Postponed by Bagyong Basyang’s devastation, Iligan City’s "Feb-ibig Kasalan ng Bayan" finally saw 105 couples wed on March 5 at Robinsons Mall. Officiated by Mayor Frederick Siao, the mass wedding provided legal formalization and financial relief for long-time partners, proving that love remains resilient even after the toughest storms.
The Philippine Army’s 11th Field Artillery Battalion conducted its 5th Live Fire Exercise in Maguing, Lanao del Sur, on March 7–8. Led by Lt. Col. Rogelio Baytec, the drill involved regular troops and reservists practicing gunnery proficiency to strengthen territorial integrity and operational readiness against potential global defense threats.
CAGAYAN DE ORO — Malacañang and military leaders have issued a firm assurance that the historic peace agreement between the national government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) remains fully operational. Despite recent armed skirmishes in the Bangsamoro region, Special Assistant to the President Anton Lagdameo Jr. reaffirmed the Marcos administration's commitment to the peace process and human rights. Major General Vladimir Cagara, commander of the 6th Infantry Division, clarified that recent violence stems from "horizontal conflicts" or personal clan disputes (rido) rather than a breakdown of the overarching peace framework. Military officials emphasized that the established peace mechanisms continue to function, serving as vital tools for stability as the region works toward long-term peace and the upcoming 2026 parliamentary elections.
PAGADIAN CITY — A joint security operation led to the arrest of a 65-year-old Jordanian national for immigration violations on Monday. While the arrest was for overstaying, authorities are conducting a deep-dive security review into the suspect’s business records, which reportedly appeared in investigations linked to the December 2025 terrorist attack in Sydney, Australia.
THE transformation of the local seaweed industry is becoming the centerpiece of a new peace and development strategy in the Bangsamoro region.
Public outrage has prompted several local governments in Mindanao to shut down long-distance motorcycle races on public roads after a weekend event left at least two people dead, including a child, and drew condemnation for what officials described as a “total disregard” for traffic laws.