Tabuk City, Kalinga – All seven representatives from the Cordillera Administrative Region voted in favor of impeaching Vice President Sara Duterte for the second time. The seven lawmakers—Caroline Agyao of Kalinga, JB Bernos of Abra, Maximo Dalog of Mountain Province, Mauricio Domogan of Baguio City, Solomon Chungalao of Ifugao, Eleanor Bulut-Begtang of Apayao, and Eric Yap of Benguet—were among the 257 representatives who voted “yes” to impeach the country’s second-highest o

ENTERTAINMENT Tabuk City, Kalinga – iKalinga rockstar Jan Jericho Odiem is heading to the next level of It’s Showtime’s “Tawag ng Tanghalan” after winning the daily competition on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. Odiem, who proudly represented Lubuagan, Kalinga, performed his rendition of Aerosmith’s “Dream On” on the prestigious singing stage of the multi-awarded Philippine noontime variety show. The 37-year-old government employee was praised for his relaxed and effortless singing

La Trinidad, Benguet – Benguet farmers are set to benefit from a Japan-funded farming initiative offering alternative livelihood opportunities amid rising production costs and unstable vegetable prices. Silk farming, also known as sericulture, is the practice of raising silkworms to produce raw silk. The process involves growing mulberry trees, feeding silkworms, and harvesting cocoons for silk production. According to a regional news outlet in a report posted on May 11, Japa

Banagao, Tanudan – A 14-year-old student from Darulog, Dupligan, Tanudan is set to represent the province of Kalinga in the regional 4-H competition on May 20 after winning the Song Competition (SongCon) category during the Provincial 4-H Youth Convention held on April 23, 2026, at the M Hotel in Appas, Tabuk City. The 4-H is an organization composed of in-school and out-of-school youth engaged in agriculture, fisheries, and other agriculture-related livelihood programs aimed

Tabuk City, Kalinga – The Kalinga-Apayao Electric Cooperative Inc. (KAELCO) has released a clarification regarding its ongoing mass disconnection activities, explaining that only consumers with unpaid electric bills prior to May 2026 are affected. In the agency’s Facebook post on May 12, the management clarified that the mass disconnections are not contrary to the Energy Regulatory Commission’s (ERC) consumer protection measures, which temporarily suspend disconnections for c

Tabuk City, Kalinga – During the declaration of Kalinga under the State of Stable Internal Peace and Security (SSIPS) earlier this week, the Local Government Unit of Pinukpuk reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining peace and order in the province. During the province-wide declaration ceremony on May 12 at the Kalinga Sports Complex, Pinukpuk Vice Mayor Shirlynne Dasayon-Alunday emphasized that the event should not only be viewed as a historic milestone, but also as a reminder

FEATURE It was their first time joining the National Kickboxing Championship, but Mt. Province’s D’ Phenomenons Combat Team showed an impressive performance after bringing home a total of 13 medals. Held from May 4-10, 2026, at the Tagaytay City Sports Complex, said prestigious event was participated in by more than 1,000 young fighters from around the country who demonstrated exceptional skills, discipline, grit, and sportsmanship. Coming in as first-time kickboxing competit

Tuba, Benguet - A head-on collision involving a motorcycle and pickup truck along the Marcos Highway in Tuba, Benguet, earlier this week claimed the life of a 39-year-old carpenter from Abra. According to the police report obtained by local media outlets, the man was riding the motorcycle toward La Union when the incident happened on Monday, May 11. Upon reaching a curved section of the highway in Sitio Sebit, Taloy Sur, Tuba, he reportedly encroached into the opposite

Tabuk City, Kalinga – The need for continued unity among the iKalingas in preserving peace and sustaining development was underscored by Tanudan Mayor Jaedicke Rhoss Dagadag during the province’s declaration under the State of Stable Internal Peace and Security (SSIPS) earlier this week. Speaking before government officials, uniformed personnel, and fellow iKalingas during the historic event, Dagadag described Kalinga’s transition into an insurgency-free province as the resul

BARANGAY NEWS Tabuk City, Kalinga – Beneficiaries of the government’s Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) in Barangay Lacnog, Tabuk City are undergoing monthly learning sessions aimed at strengthening family development and ensuring compliance with the program’s conditions. The initiative is carried out through the Family Development Session (FDS), a core component of the 4Ps program implemented by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). As cited on the

Tabuk City, Kalinga – The unwavering support of the Local Government Unit of Balbalan in sustaining peace and order in Kalinga was recognized during the province’s declaration under the State of Stable Internal Peace and Security (SSIPS). Kalinga officially obtained the SSIPS status on May 12 after the collective efforts of security forces, local officials, and communities led to the neutralization of insurgency-related threats in the province. During the event, the Departmen

Tabuk City, Kalinga – Tinglayan Mayor Charles Abay, during the declaration of Kalinga under the State of Stable Internal Peace and Security (SSIPS) on Tuesday, May 12, emphasized that there can be no progress without peace and security. In his speech during the event, Abay said progress becomes possible only when the government, security forces, and communities work hand in hand toward achieving peace and stability. He stressed that peace is not merely a condition but the ver