Cagayan de Oro City Mayor Rolando “Klarex” Uy has ordered the suspension of public school classes on August 13 and 14 due to a dangerous forecast heat index of 43°C. The move aims to protect students as PAGASA warns of intensifying El Niño conditions across the region.
Cagayan de Oro skateboarder Garren Pol Garrido captured the "Skater of the Day" award at the 41st Kadayawan Festival Open Skateboarding Competition in Davao City. Overcoming funding constraints, training facility deficits, and a knee injury, Garrido placed fifth overall, while fellow CDO native Cheska Edulan won the Women’s Division.
Camiguin recorded the lowest inflation rate in Northern Mindanao at 4.0% in July. While climbing from 3.1% in June, the island province’s rate remains well below the regional average of 6.4%, offering relative price stability compared to mainland provinces facing steeper commodity and transport costs.
Inflation in Misamis Oriental eased to 6.1% in July, down from 6.4% in June and a peak of 7.4% in May. While slowing transport and utility cost increases provided minor relief, persistent high food prices and rising back-to-school expenses continue to strain local family budgets. Misamis Oriental's rate also remains higher than neighbouring Cagayan de Oro City's 4.8%.
The Philippine Heart Association (PHA) Northwestern Mindanao Chapter has formally opened its new regional base at Maria Reyna Xavier University Hospital in Cagayan de Oro City. The new office will help expand community-level cardiovascular health programs, early checkups, and hypertension awareness across Northern Mindanao.
A labor coalition has asked the Supreme Court to resolve the legal battle over the Metro Manila wage hike, saying workers can no longer afford to wait as a temporary restraining order (TRO) continues to block the ₱60 daily increase.
Candidates, military officials, election authorities, and community leaders gathered in Marawi City to sign a peace covenant ahead of the 2026 Bangsamoro Parliamentary Election.
Pag-IBIG Fund has partnered with Landers Superstore to offer exclusive perks for Loyalty Card and Loyalty Card Plus holders. Members can enjoy a free shopping pass, discounted memberships, and executive upgrades across 16 participating branches nationwide to help stretch household grocery budgets.
Eight municipalities and one city in Misamis Oriental have jointly declared a status of Stable Internal Peace and Security (SIPS), strengthening local security frameworks and paving the way for sustained economic growth.
he Supreme Court En Banc has denied with finality the motion for reconsideration filed by former Camiguin gubernatorial candidate Paul Rodriguez. Resolving the disqualification case over residency qualifications, the High Court ordered the immediate entry of judgment, clearing all legal challenges to Gov. Jurdin Jesus M. Romualdo’s election victory.
The Philippines ranked 68th out of 135 countries in the Global Index on Responsible AI, placing fifth-lowest in East and Southeast Asia. While basic digital infrastructure scored relatively well, weaker marks in official policy, job protections, and inclusion highlight an urgent need for comprehensive national AI safeguards.
Cagayan de Oro’s taekwondo athletes earned 30 medals—including 20 golds—at the 11th MBC International Open Taekwondo Championships in South Korea. Overcoming injuries and demanding academic schedules, the Cagayan de Oro Taekwondo Main Gym team outperformed competitors from 32 countries during the August 6 to 10 tournament in Geumsan.
There’s this particular store where I always end up buying something. I’ve even told whoever happens to be the assigned cashier that it should be renamed The Budol Shop.
The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines placed the Mindanao power grid on yellow alert on August 11 due to thin power reserves. With 12 power plants undergoing forced outages and five operating at derated capacities, the grid’s available operating margin dropped to 145 megawatts during peak hours.
Local law enforcement intercepted ₱1.12 million worth of suspected smuggled cigarettes during a joint highway operation in Barangay Dalipuga, Iligan City. Authorities flagged down an aluminum van containing 1,400 reams of untaxed cigarettes, turning the seized contraband over to the Bureau of Customs for proper disposition.
City government employees in Gingoog are set to receive their third-tranche salary adjustment after the Sangguniang Panlungsod approved a ₱12.95-million supplemental budget. Sponsored by Councilor Winfred T. Militante Jr. following a request from Mayor Erick G. Cañosa, the funding utilizes municipal savings from unfilled vacant positions.