Pinukpuk – Carrying the pride and identity of their respective barangays, the 23 candidates vying for the coveted title of “Gammelayan di Pinukpuk” showcased their wit, talent, beauty, and culture during the pre-pageant held Tuesday, May 19, at the Taga Gymnasium. The search for Gammelayan (beautiful) 2026 forms part of the municipality’s first-ever Gimpong Festival, made possible through the leadership of Jimmy Dasayon and Shirlynne Dasayon-Alunday. Dressed in vibrant native

FEATURE Tabuk City – Beauty, brains, and advocacy now take center stage for Kalinga as Natasha Pauline Batac officially makes history as the first-ever iKalinga representative to compete in the prestigious Miss Philippines Earth 2026. Batac, who hails from Pinukpuk, is a registered nurse and an alumna of Saint Louis University. Her entry into the national pageant marks a historic milestone not only for Pinukpuk but for the entire province of Kalinga in the field of national p

Tabuk City – The Department of Migrant Workers - Cordillera Administrative Region (DMW-CAR) has warned jobseekers, especially aspiring overseas workers, to remain vigilant against bogus job offers and illegal recruitment schemes, stressing that promises of unusually high salaries and fast deployment are often linked to fraud and human trafficking. Authorities said many applicants easily fall victim when recruiters offer high-paying jobs abroad, quick deployment, minimal requi

Baguio City – The Philippine Military Academy is now gearing future cadets toward artificial intelligence, drone technology, and cyber warfare as part of its intensified efforts to prepare military officers for modern-day security threats. According to regional news reports, during the commencement exercises of the “Talang Dangal” Class of 2026 on May 16, Caesar Bernard Valencia announced that the academy began implementing an enhanced curriculum last year to equip cadets for

Benito Soliven – The Department of Science and Technology through its Philippine Textile Research Institute officially launched Northern Luzon’s first natural textile hub in Benito Soliven, Isabela on May 18, 2026. The Textile Fiber Innovation Hub is a facility that transforms raw natural materials such as plant-based fibers into usable textile products like yarn and thread. Using specialized machinery and modern technology, the hub processes agricultural materials such as ba

San Mariano, Isabela – A 14-year-old girl from Isabela was among the two people killed in a horrific vehicular accident involving a passenger bus and a trailer truck along the highway in Barangay Tayabo, San Jose on May 16. The victim, whose identity was withheld by authorities, was a resident of San Mariano. Based on the police report cited by local media outlets, the minor was among the passengers of a bus that had stopped for a roadside break when tragedy struck. A trailer

“Since kauna-unahan siya dito sa Region 2, ang aim namin is maging referral center siya dito sa buong region. Hindi lang buong Region 2 kundi pati mga karatig-probinsya like Kalinga at Apayao. Nais rin naming maging center ito for training at research sa buong region.” - Albert RobinZuñaga. Tuguegarao City, Cagayan — The Cagayan Valley Medical Center (CVMC) officially opened the first-ever Brain and Spine Center in Cagayan Valley on May 15 at the CVMC compound in Tuguegar

Baguio City, Philippines — The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) officially reopened the newly modernized Track and Field Oval at Teacher’s Camp in Baguio City on May 16, giving athletes and the public free access to a training facility designed to meet international standards. The sports oval is located inside the historic Teacher’s Camp in Baguio City, which was established in 1908 as a training and vacation center for teachers during the American period. Over the years, t

Warning: This story contains details about suicide and mental health that may be disturbing to some readers. Reader discretion is advised. Isabela, Philippines — A 23-year-old man was found hanging from a tree in Labinab, Cauayan City, Isabela on Sunday, a day after he reportedly opened up about being emotionally affected by his breakup with his girlfriend. Initial police accounts, as cited by local media, revealed that the victim was drinking with his relatives on May 16 whe

FEATURE Tabuk City, Kalinga — Could another disturbing prophecy from social media psychic Rudy Baldwin be a warning the public should prepare for — or merely another prediction stirring fear and debate online? Known for her controversial “visions” about disasters, deaths, accidents, and mysterious warnings allegedly revealed through divine messages, Baldwin once again caught the attention of thousands after forecasting grim incidents that she claimed could strike the Cordille

SPORTS Baguio City, Philippines — Igorot Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighter Lito “The Thunder Kid” Adiwang delivered an intense performance, finishing his Indonesian opponent, Eko Roni Saputra, in just 34 seconds via technical knockout (TKO) in their 140-pound catchweight bout at ONE Fight Night 43 held on May 16 at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium. “The Thunder Kid” needed only a little over 30 seconds to take control of the fight, immediately pressing forward as soon as the opening be

Tabuk City, Kalinga — Following the formal declaration of Kalinga under the State of Stable Internal Peace and Security (SSIPS), Vice Governor Atty. Dave Odiem reminded iKalingas that the peace achieved in the province must be protected, preserved, and passed on to the younger generation through shared responsibility. During the declaration ceremony on May 12 at the Kalinga Astrodome, the seal of SSIPS was conferred upon the provincial government of Kalinga after insurgency t