FEATURE IFUGAO, Philippines – While many people her age are slowing down and embracing a quieter lifestyle, 59-year-old Irene Buyuccan was charging through the finish line of a grueling 42-kilometer marathon—proving that determination can outrun age. The Ifugao native recently emerged as the Women's Champion in the 42-kilometer category of the Nueva Ecija Marathon 2026, turning heads not only because of her victory, but because she achieved it at an age when most competitive

FEATURE ISABELA, Philippines – If you've ever fallen in love to the sound of "All Out of Love," whispered the lyrics of "Lost in Love," or felt every emotion in "Making Love Out of Nothing at All," this October offers the perfect chance to relive those unforgettable moments. Legendary soft rock duo Air Supply is returning to the Philippines, and for the first time, fans in Northern Luzon will get the rare opportunity to experience the band's timeless music live as they perfor

TABUK CITY, Kalinga – A pair of passenger jeepneys that appeared to be engaged in a drag race along a national highway in Naguilian, Isabela, have been pulled off the road after transport authorities suspended both the drivers and the units, following a viral video that showed students and other commuters caught in the dangerous ride. The incident took place on July 14, 2026, but drew nationwide attention two days later after a video recorded by another motorist rapidly sprea

Tabuk City, Kalinga – The greatest measure of pride is not in titles or ranks, but in the honor with which a person serves the nation, Kalinga Board Member Julius B. Amla said as he called on the youth to draw inspiration from the life and career of Police Brigadier General Villaflor S. Bannawagan. Amla made the statement as the Provincial Government of Kalinga, led by Governor James S. Edduba and Vice Governor Dave Q. Odiem, honored Bannawagan during the Mangili Night held a

Echague, Isabela – A former barangay captain who continued serving his community as a barangay councilor was shot dead by still-unidentified motorcycle-riding gunmen inside his farm in Barangay Malibago, Echague, Isabela, on Friday morning, July 17. The victim was identified by police as Lito Publico, 66, a resident and barangay councilor of Barangay Malibago. According to police, the incident was reported at around 8:00 a.m. after a concerned citizen called the hotline of th

Tabuk City, Kalinga – As communities across the Cordillera celebrated the region's special day on July 15, an indigenous youth organization renewed its call to recognize April 24—not July 15—as the true Cordillera Day, urging young Cordillerans to remain vigilant against what it described as attempts to revise the history of the region's mass movement. The statement came after the observance of the 39th anniversary of the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) on July 15, fol

Tuguegarao City, Cagayan – Could Tuguegarao City face a series of deadly tragedies in the coming months? This was the question raised after Psychic Rudy Baldwin shared on social media on Friday, July 17, her latest "visions" involving the city, including the alleged deaths of four politicians, fatal accidents, natural disasters, food poisoning incidents, and other crimes. Baldwin, who is known for her controversial predictions involving deaths, disasters, accidents, and myste

Tabuk City, Kalinga - While many women dream of wearing the Philippine Navy uniform, only a few finish their training among the best in their class. Among them are young iKalingas from Tabuk City, Kalinga who further proved that with determination and discipline, a woman can do just as well whatever a man can do. After months of physically and mentally demanding military training, ASN Jane O. Angngad and ASN Nathalia L. Aya-os topped the Philippine Navy's Sailor Basic

Tanudan, Kalinga – Barangay officials in Tanudan shared their recommendations and insights during a public hearing on a proposed ordinance that seeks to prohibit the discharge of firearms during the funeral and burial ceremonies of non-uniformed personnel, a measure aimed at strengthening public safety and preserving peace and order. The public hearing was held following the Kapehan led by Mayor Jaedicke Rhoss Dagadag on July 13, where several proposed local ordinances were p

TABUK CITY, Kalinga – The Tabuk City government has reminded tricycle drivers to revert to the fare rates prescribed under Ordinance No. 004, Series of 2022, even as fuel prices continued to rise by as much as ₱7 per liter this month, raising concerns among transport operators over whether the old fare matrix remains sustainable. During the first fuel pricing cycle of July (July 1–6), diesel was sold at around ₱73.30 to ₱79.20 per liter, while gasoline (RON95) ranged from ₱78

Tabuk City, Kalinga – The Office of the Provincial Health Officer (OPHO), headed by Dr. Edward Tandingan, recorded 415 tuberculosis (TB) cases across Kalinga from January to May 2026, prompting health officials to urge residents to seek early diagnosis and complete their treatment to prevent the disease from spreading. Based on the OPHO's consolidated report, 176 cases were bacteriologically confirmed through laboratory testing, while 239 cases were clinically diagnosed based

Tuguegarao City, Cagayan – Tuguegarao City Councilor Mariel Ayna Ting-Calimag has stepped down from her post after serving for a year, saying her decision was driven by personal circumstances and not by pressure. In a social media post addressing speculation surrounding her resignation on July 14, Calimag said she spent considerable time "praying, reflecting, and talking with the people closest to me" before making her decision. "To be honest, pressure is something that comes