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Human Settlements Adjudication Commission Chief Regional Adjudicator Rhona B. Albarece orders a hearing for Case No. X-HOA-260720-00013 in Cagayan de Oro, Philippines, July 21, 2026. The order follows a petition by the Morning Mist Village Homeowners Association seeking to stop a Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development assembly. Supllied Photo

HSAC takes up Morning Mist dispute

The Human Settlements Adjudication Commission has ordered an emergency hearing after Morning Mist Village HOA filed for a TRO against DHSUD-10.

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FESTIVAL OBSERVANCE. Festive bunting hangs across Gingoog City Hall in Misamis Oriental as local government offices close for the city's 66th Charter Day and 47th Grand Kaliga Festival on Thursday, July 23, 2026.

Gingoog city marks Charter Day with Kaliga

Gingoog City marks a local holiday on July 23 for its 66th Charter Day and 47th Grand Kaliga Festival, featured by a five-contingent street dancing competition.

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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.)

Big fuel hike puts Oro PUJ, taxi drivers under pressure

Sharp Fuel Hike: Diesel prices surged by ₱10.68 per liter on Tuesday, July 21, leaving Cagayan de Oro public transport drivers struggling to cover daily operating expenses.

Jul 21, 20266600

A Morning Mist Village resident signs a signature campaign document held by a security guard outside the village's guardhouse in Cagayan de Oro City. HOA members organized the petition drive to oppose state housing regulators replacing their elected leadership prior to their scheduled Aug. 22 voting date. (Photo Courtesy of Arthur Aranas)

Morning Mist residents oppose DHSUD board takeover

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BACK-TO-SCHOOL HELP | Young learners from beneficiary schools in Iligan City and Lanao del Norte receive NGCP school kits filled with essential learning supplies. The annual Gamit ni Bulilit program supports pupils from host communities while promoting transmission line safety among students, parents, and teachers. (Photo courtesy of Abaga Integrated School and Rupagan Elementary School)

NGCP school kits reach 2,000 young learners

Over 2,000 primary students across Iligan City and Lanao del Norte started the school year with new backpacks and learning kits through NGCP’s annual Gamit ni Bulilit initiative.

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CAMPUS SAFETY. Police personnel from Cagayan de Oro City Police Station 3 conduct a school visitation and dialogue with students and school personnel at Gusa Regional Science High School on July 15, reinforcing campus safety, crime prevention awareness, and emergency reporting as the school continues to address a reported sexual harassment complaint through due process. (Photo courtesy of Gusa Regional Science High School)

Police step up security at Gusa Science High after harassment case

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AIRBORNE FINISH. Three riders soar over a jump as they race toward the finish line during the Mindanao-wide Motocross Challenge at the Mindanao Civic Center Race Track in Tubod, Lanao del Norte. The event was held as part of the province's 67th Araw ng Lanao del Norte celebration. (Photo courtesy of ADD/PIA-10/Lanao del Norte)

Motocross puts Lanao Norte on every rider's map

Lanao del Norte strengthened its push as a premier motorsports destination by hosting the Mindanao-wide Motocross Challenge in Tubod.

Jul 21, 20266300

MARCHING IN CELEBRATION: The Gingoog Christian College Band performs during the Civic-Military Motorcade on July 20, one of the highlights of the month-long celebration of the 66th Gingoog City Charter Day and the 47th Grand Kaliga Festival. Photo by Edwin Iyo

Grand Kaliga Festival motorcade draws 1,300 in Gingoog city

More than 1,300 residents joined a two-kilometer civic-military motorcade to celebrate Gingoog City's 66th Charter Day on July 20, 2026.

Jul 21, 20266600

A heartbreaking setback for wildlife conservation. Despite fighting hard and showing encouraging signs of recovery from her rescue wounds, the national bird Sawaga-Dalwangan has suddenly passed away, sparking fresh calls to end wildlife poaching. (Photo Courtesy of the Philippine Eagle Foundation)

Shot Eagle's death breaks hearts, renews calls to protect wildlife

Rescued Philippine eagle Sawaga-Dalwangan died on the morning of July 18 after suffering sudden, severe seizures at the Philippine Eagle Center.

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Sino ba ang dasurv na dasurv mo?

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WORLD-CLASS WAVES. The iconic Cloud 9 Boardwalk in Siargao is set to host the Philippines' first-ever World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour event this October, bringing the world's top surfers to the island while opening opportunities for local youth and boosting tourism. (Photo courtesy of Philippine Tourism USA)

An island’s heartbeat: The day Siargao’s youth shares the lineup with their heroes

Local youth in Siargao will step off the sidelines to surf directly with the world’s elite athletes at the upcoming Philippines Pro.

Jul 20, 20265400

Laguindingan International Airport approaches its maximum annual cap of 2.9 million passengers, tracking 2.17 million travelers and 17,451 aircraft movements in its inaugural year under private management. Operator Aboitiz InfraCapital (AIC) confirmed that while the physical infrastructure is prepared for overseas operations, commercial deployment rests on airline routing schedules. Photo by Dave Achondo

Laguindingan gears up for international flights

Private operator Aboitiz InfraCapital logged 2.17 million passengers and over 17,000 aircraft movements during its first year of management.

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Regional recognition: The Aboitiz Foods team receives the Bronze Award for Best Content Campaign for Sustainability at the Content Marketing Awards Asia Pacific 2026 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, for its everymeal campaign promoting responsible food production and sustainability. (Supplied photo)

Aboitiz Foods bags Asia-Pacific sustainability award

Agribusiness leader Aboitiz Foods secured a major regional win at the inaugural Content Marketing Awards Asia Pacific 2026 in Malaysia.

Jul 20, 20262700

From “One More Chance” to “wa chance”

Movie fans hoping for a real-life "One More Chance" ending for Bea Alonzo and John Lloyd Cruz face "wa chance" following her sudden civil ceremony.

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Cagayan de Oro's inspirational power pop band Thoughts And Notions releases the official cover art for its upcoming 20th anniversary celebration and the launch of In Awe of His Amazing Love (20th Anniversary Edition). (Supplied photo)

Thoughts and Notions marks 20 years with a “Reimagined Classic”

Inspirational power pop band Thoughts and Notions is marking its 20th anniversary with a complete reconstruction of its 2006 debut album.

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