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₱1.85-M REWARD, 9 MURDER CASES: Two former rebels captured in Conner, Apayao
CONNER, Apayao — Two former members and leaders of dismantled communist terrorist group (CTG) units were arrested in an intelligence-led operation in Conner, Apayao on September 22, with one of them carrying a ₱1.85-million government reward for his arrest. The two suspects, identified as alias “Tangkib,” also known as Tumbas or Mario, and alias “Joy” or May, were arrested along the Conner-Kabugao Road in Barangay Malama. Police said the arrests stemmed from warrants issued b
Guru Press Staff
12 minutes ago2 min read
Man in VIRAL video feeding puppy to python found; Police say puppy is ALIVE
GATTARAN, Cagayan — The man identified online in a viral video showing a puppy and a python has been located by police, who found that the puppy was alive and in good condition and that the allegation it was intentionally fed to the snake was unsubstantiated. The Gattaran Municipal Police Station conducted verification and visited the residence of Rommel Martinez following the circulation of the video and allegations that he had deliberately fed his pet puppy to a python. Acc
Lorraine Bacullo
14 hours ago1 min read
SACLAG delivers Philippines’ first silver medal in 2026 Asian Games
SPORTS NAGOYA, Japan — iKalinga fighter Jean Claude Saclag capped a hard-fought campaign at the 2026 Asian Games with a silver medal, delivering the Philippines’ first silver of the competition after reaching the men’s traditional MMA -65kg final. Saclag’s bid for gold ended Tuesday, September 22, after he bowed to Otabek Rajabov of Tajikistan via unanimous decision in the championship bout. Before reaching the final, Saclag powered past Saudi Arabia’s Saud Fawaz Almolhem, 3-
Leonora Lo-oy
14 hours ago1 min read
‘The need for blood is continuous’: Gov. Edduba urges Kalinga residents to become regular blood donors as they may never know who they can save
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Governor James S. Edduba urged government employees, communities and other iKalingas to become regular voluntary blood donors, stressing that the need for blood does not stop after every bloodletting activity. Edduba made the call during the Life Saver’s Day blood donation drive on September 21 at the Kalinga Sports Center, held as part of the province’s celebration of the 126th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary (PCSA). He said blood is continuously n
Lorraine Bacullo
22 hours ago2 min read
P4.78M budget proposed for Kalinga Provincial Meet in December; Over 3000 participants expected to face-off in Pinukpuk
PINUKPUK, Kalinga — The Kalinga Provincial Government has proposed P4.784 million for the second phase of the 2026 Kalinga Provincial Meet, with the five-day competition tentatively scheduled for December 14 to 18 in Pinukpuk. The proposed funding will cover sports equipment and supplies, meals and snacks, uniforms, technical and executive officials, medical supplies, and other operating expenses needed for the provincial competition. The preparations and proposed budget were
Mark Moises Calayan
22 hours ago3 min read
‘Midwives make many sacrifices… isunga permi met panagsuporta ti gobyerno tayo’ — Former Brgy. Captain Pagtud lauds frontliners as Kalinga PLGU boosts maternal health support
PINUKPUK, Kalinga — Midwives and other barangay-based health workers make significant sacrifices to bring essential healthcare services closer to communities, according to former barangay captain Marco Pagtud. Pagtud, who previously served as barangay captain of Dupag, Tabuk City, shared his personal experience during the inauguration of the Abundant Grace of God Maternity Center (AGGMC)–Pinukpuk Extension in Cullayangan, Junction Pinukpuk on Sept. 19, 2026. He attended the c
Lorraine Bacullo
22 hours ago3 min read
HORROR NO MORE? Baguio’s controversial Halloween event may turn to fantasy festival following backlash
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — From zombies and Dracula to mythical heroes and fantasy characters, Baguio’s controversial Halloween event may be getting a new identity. Organizers of the Baguio Horror Festival proposed transforming the event into a Fantasy Festival during a City Council forum on Sept. 21, following weeks of debate over its themes, use of public spaces and compatibility with the city’s Character City policy. Under the proposed concept, the festival would feature c
Menchie Kinao-Puerto
23 hours ago3 min read
Nursing wasn’t her first dream—But it led Preciosa Mae Mape to PNLE Top 6
FEATURE Nursing was never part of Preciosa Mae G. Mape’s original dream. Her family encouraged her to pursue the profession because of its opportunities, including the possibility of working abroad. What began as a practical choice eventually became a journey that led her to the Top 6 of the 2026 Philippine Nurses Licensure Examination (PNLE). In an interview with Guru Press Cordillera on September 20, 2026, Mape shared how an unexpected career choice became a source of purpo
Grace Soriano
23 hours ago3 min read
‘Services sector leads Cordillera JOB MARKET at 46.3%, but agriculture and industry come next (38%, 15.8%)’ — Tabuk CPESO on employment trends
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — The services sector accounted for the largest share of employment in the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) in 2025, reflecting continuing shifts in the region’s labor market, according to the City Public Employment Services Office (CPESO). CPESO Manager Loyda B. Saboy said the services sector accounted for 46.3% of employment, followed by agriculture at 38.0% and industry at 15.8%. Saboy presented the figures during the Career Opportunity Fair held
Lorraine Bacullo
23 hours ago2 min read
“We will have the filing of COCs on Sept. 28” — Garcia on 2026 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections
MANILA, Philippines — The filing of certificates of candidacy (COCs) for the scheduled November 2, 2026 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) will proceed on September 28, according to Commission on Elections (Comelec) Chairman George Erwin Garcia. “We will have the filing of COCs on Sept. 28. Our activities will be continuous. That is why our request is that before Sept. 28, it will be made clear to us if the BSKE will happen or not,” Garcia said. Under the Come
Guru Press Staff
24 hours ago2 min read
Cong. Bulut-Begtang recognized under NAPOLCOM National Crime Prevention Excellence Awards for Apayao’s AHON program
LA TRINIDAD, Benguet — Apayao Lone District Representative Eleanor C. Bulut-Begtang called on public servants and community partners to take an active role in protecting women, children and other vulnerable sectors from abuse. Bulut-Begtang made the call as she served as Guest of Honor and Speaker during the awarding ceremony of the Police Regional Office-Cordillera (PRO-CAR) for the 2026 National Crime Prevention Excellence Award and the Metrobank Foundation, Inc. 2026 Searc
Guru Press Staff
2 days ago2 min read
Mt. Province fighters “D’Phenomenons” strike big in Cebu, seize Top 2 spots in kickboxing showdown
SPORTS BONTOC, Mountain Province — Team D’Phenomenons Combat Team of Mountain Province delivered a dominant showing at the 2026 Visayas Kickboxing Championship Open, capturing the top two spots in the overall standings and bringing home 39 medals from Cebu. Held from September 12 to 15 at SM Seaside City Cebu, the tournament featured 15 elite teams from the Visayas and Mindanao. Head coach Darwin P. Padchonga divided the team into two squads—Team D’Phenomenons Combat Team A a
Mark Moises Calayan
2 days ago2 min read
ONE MORE TIME: Pinukpuk to host provincial sports showdown in Kalinga this December
PINUKPUK, Kalinga — The Municipality of Pinukpuk is once again set to take center stage as preparations get underway for the second phase of the Kalinga Provincial Meet, tentatively scheduled for December 14 to 18, 2026. The province’s seven municipalities are expected to send their young athletes to Pinukpuk for another round of competition before the year ends. The planned hosting was reported by the Local Youth Development Office (LYDO) of the Provincial Government of Kali
Mark Moises Calayan
2 days ago2 min read
23-year-old Most Wanted nabbed for statutory rape charge in Luna, Isabela
LUNA, Isabela — A 23-year-old man listed as a Most Wanted Person was arrested after police served a warrant for statutory rape in Barangay San Miguel, Luna, Isabela, at around 2 p.m. on Sept. 21, 2026. Police identified the suspect only as alias “Lui,” 23, single, unemployed, and a resident of Barangay San Miguel. The Tracker Team of the Luna Municipal Police Station implemented the warrant in connection with a statutory rape case with no recommended bail. The warrant was ent
Guru Press Staff
2 days ago2 min read
32-yr.-old man in Tinoc, Ifugao arrested after selling Shabu to undercover cop; ₱7,004 worth of illegal drugs and .45 calibre pistol seized
TINOC, Ifugao — A 32-year-old man was arrested after police seized ₱7,004 worth of suspected shabu and a caliber .45 pistol during a buy-bust operation in Barangay Gumhang, Tinoc, Ifugao on September 18, 2026. Police identified the suspect as a street-level individual who was arrested after allegedly selling three sachets of suspected shabu weighing about 1 gram and valued at ₱6,800 based on the Standard Drug Price (SDP) to an undercover police officer acting as the poseur-bu
Guru Press Staff
2 days ago1 min read
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