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FEATURE: ‘When my name was called, I dropped to my knees in gratitude… knowing I carried the Philippine flag throughout the journey,’ – Igorot soldier is lone Filipino to finish US Army Ranger Course
Bontoc, Mountain Province – An Igorot son from Bontoc has brought pride not only to his family and the Cordillera but also to the entire nation after becoming the sole Filipino in his batch to successfully complete the prestigious U.S. Army Ranger Course (USARC) on March 6, 2026, at Fort Benning (now Fort Moore), Georgia, USA. The USARC, commonly known as Ranger School, is one of the most demanding military leadership training programs in the world, conducted by the United St
Lorraine Bacullo
2 hours ago3 min read
Benguet State University soon to construct P250M building for College of Medicine And Nursing
Benguet, Philippines – Benguet State University (BSU) has secured ₱250 million in funding from Senator Erwin Tulfo for the construction of new facilities for its College of Medicine and College of Nursing. The announcement was shared by Congressman Eric Yap during the Strawberry Festival held on March 18 at the La Trinidad Municipal Gymnasium. According to local media reports, Yap said the senator plans to provide annual funding for Benguet’s infrastructure projects, prioriti
Lorraine Bacullo
2 hours ago2 min read
P10,000 fuel aid lifeline: LTFRB-CAR to continue receiving subsidy applications amid rising oil prices
Tabuk City, Kalinga – The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board–Cordillera Administrative Region (LTFRB–CAR) has announced that it will continue accepting applications for the Fuel Subsidy Program (FSP) under the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations (AICS) for public utility jeepney (PUJ) and taxi operators and drivers. The FSP under AICS is a government assistance initiative designed to help qualified public transport drivers and operators of public
Lorraine Bacullo
2 hours ago2 min read
26-yr.-old stabs wife in Baguio City after she refuses to show phone messages
Baguio City, Philippines – A 26-year-old man in Baguio City is facing criminal charges after allegedly stabbing his wife during a heated argument over a mobile phone on Thursday afternoon, March 19. According to police reports, the incident occurred at around 4:55 p.m., shortly after the suspect arrived home under the influence of alcohol. The confrontation reportedly escalated when the husband, allegedly driven by suspicion, demanded to read his wife’s messages on her cellph
Mark Moises Calayan
2 hours ago1 min read
Excellence Beyond Borders: TWO Cordilleran cadets complete rigorous academic and military training at Japan National Defense Academy
Baguio City, Philippines – After four years of living, learning, and training in a foreign land, two Cordilleran cadets of the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) are now ready to return home and serve the country. Cadet First Class Jhoshua Othoc Garcia of Baguio City and Cadet First Class Solomon Banagyo Mangetag of Ifugao recently completed a four-year degree program at the Japan National Defense Academy (JNDA). JNDA, a premier university in Yokosuka, Japan, provides Filipino
Mark Moises Calayan
5 hours ago2 min read
Baguio City pushes ‘Sex Offender Registry’ to prevent repeat crimes and protect the vulnerable
Baguio City, Philippines – The City of Baguio is pushing for the registration of convicted sex offenders residing in the city in an effort to prevent repeat offenses and strengthen the protection of vulnerable groups. The measure was proposed by Councilor Leandro Yangot Jr. through an ordinance seeking to establish the Baguio City Sex Offender Registry (BCSOR)—a monitoring system that would require convicted sex offenders who are residing, working, studying, or temporarily st
Leonora Lo-oy
5 hours ago2 min read
His family waited all night-But found he was dead: Student drowns in Baggao River
Tabuk City, Kalinga – The family of a college student waiting for news he would still be alive after he was swept by a river in Baggao, Cagayan on March 19 was informed he was already found, but lifeless. The victim, whose name was withheld by police, was a first-year Information Technology (IT) student. According to the Baggao Integrated Command and Control Center, the young man was reported missing on Thursday after drowning in a section of the river near the Dabbac Grande–
Mark Moises Calayan
5 hours ago1 min read
FEATURE: A dream taking flight: Tuguegarao-born actress lands role in new “The Hunger Games” Hollywood film
Tuguegarao City, Cagayan – From the quiet streets of Tuguegarao to the global stage of Hollywood, a young Filipina is steadily carving her path into the world of international cinema. Rada Rae, an Austrian-Filipino actress born in Tuguegarao in 2014, is set to appear in the upcoming Hollywood film “The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping,” scheduled for theatrical release on November 20, 2026. In the film, she will portray the character Wellie, marking another significant st
Mark Moises Calayan
5 hours ago2 min read
Balbalan invites public to come and join 18th Manchachatong Festival on March 23-25
Balbalan, Kalinga – The Municipality of Balbalan is set to come alive once more in a vibrant display of color, culture, and community spirit as it celebrates the 18th Manchachatong Festival from March 23 to 25, 2026. Derived from a local term meaning the arrival and gathering of people, Manchachatong is Balbalan’s annual festival—an enduring celebration of unity, heritage, and shared identity observed every March. This year’s festivities will open on March 23 with a Thanksgiv
Leonora Lo-oy
5 hours ago2 min read
Saved by community, returned to the wild: Endangered Cantor Turtle swims back home
Apayao, Philippines – “Malaya,” a critically endangered Cantor’s giant softshell turtle found along the Apayao River, was released back into its natural habitat on March 19, 2026. The Cantor’s giant softshell turtle, considered one of the world’s rarest freshwater turtles, is a massive reptile native to Southeast Asia, known for its smooth, leathery, olive-colored shell and distinctive “frog-like” appearance. It can grow to over six feet in length. According to the Community
Leonora Lo-oy
3 days ago1 min read
Lifeline for Drivers: DOTr-CAR rolls out fuel subsidy to nearly 8,000 Cordillera PUVs
Tabuk City, Kalinga – The Department of Transportation (DOTr)–Cordillera is set to provide fuel subsidies to nearly 8,000 public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers across the region as a response to rising fuel prices. The assistance, according to the DOTr, aims to sustain transport services and livelihoods, especially as fewer jeepneys and taxis are seen operating due to the ongoing fuel crisis. In an interview, DOTr–CAR Regional Director Glenn Dumlao said the subsidy is intended
Mark Moises Calayan
3 days ago2 min read
TWO iKalinga entrepreneurs among Best Pitch Awardees in BPI Foundation’s SEAL Project Series
Rizal, Kalinga – Two young entrepreneurs from Kalinga were recognized among the Best Pitch Awardees in the recently concluded Small Enterprise Acceleration Lab (SEAL) Project Series held from March 10 to 13, highlighting the growing strength and potential of local micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the province. The SEAL Project Series is a nationwide initiative led by the BPI Foundation to support MSMEs across the Philippines. It is conducted in multiple runs, t
Lorraine Bacullo
3 days ago2 min read
Kalinga PLGU launches major gov’t reforms to fix staffing; Governor Edduba says this will boost service efficiency
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Not all government positions in the Kalinga Provincial Local Government Unit (PLGU) are filled. Some may no longer be necessary, while others may be misaligned with actual functions—issues that need to be addressed, according to the Kalinga Provincial Change Management Team. On Monday, March 16, the team began discussions highlighting Governor James Sagmayao Edduba’s push for the “re-engineering” of provincial offices to ensure more efficient government
Mark Moises Calayan
3 days ago2 min read
Eastern Cordillera State College of Agriculture, Science and Technology: Ifugao’s proposed new state college up for congressional review
Ifugao, Philippines – A measure that could soon bring a new state college within reach of local learners in Ifugao province secured approval from the House Committee on Higher Education (CHTE), sparking a fresh wave of optimism. House Bill No. 739, authored by Ifugao’s lone district representative Solomon Chungalao, seeks to separate two campuses of Ifugao State University (IFSU) – the Potia campus in Alfonso Lista and the Lupao campus in Aguinaldo town – and convert them int
Menchie Kinao-Puerto
4 days ago2 min read
‘Kadagiti kakabsat nga nabatbati pay ti kabakiran ti Abra, Kalinga ken Apayao, nakalukat latta ti ruwangan ti kapya’ - 501st IB Commander Brig. Gen. Mamaril
Tabuk City, Kalinga – As the number of New People’s Army (NPA) members in the Cordillera continues to decline, the 501st Infantry Brigade renewed its call for the remaining rebels to surrender, emphasizing that opportunities for peace and reintegration remain available. During a press conference held on March 13, 501st Infantry Brigade Commander Brig. Gen. Dean Mark Mamaril highlighted a recent successful operation that resulted in the arrest of ten NPA members who fled Kalin
Lorraine Bacullo
4 days ago2 min read
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