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“A giant leap for Kalinga’s rich arts legacy… this will inspire the younger generation” – Board Member Lammawin on the Opening of the Province’s First Art Gallery
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Board Member Camilo Lammawin Jr. described the establishment of Kalinga’s first art gallery in Tabuk City as a major milestone for advancing the province’s cultural and tourism sectors. He emphasized that the initiative is a key focus of the committee he leads and aligns with the flagship programs of the current provincial administration. The art gallery and exhibit officially opened on February 9, 2026, at Aki’s Café Gallery in Bulanao, Tabuk City. It f
Mark Moises Calayan
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DTI Honors Kalinga’s Best: Visionnet and Centro Department Store earn prestigious Bagwis Seal of Excellence
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Two business establishments in Kalinga were awarded the Bagwis Seal of Excellence by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) for upholding consumer rights and providing quality service to customers. The awards were presented by DTI officials, including Assistant Secretary Grace F. Baluyan, Regional Director Atty. Raymond G. Panhon, and Provincial Director Renie M. Ramos, during the formal opening of the Kalinga Treasures Fair on February 9, 2026. Also
Mark Moises Calayan
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P29M iconic ‘Umbrella’ and Rolls-Royce finds new home at Igorot Stone Kingdom
Baguio City, Philippines – The 2023 Rolls-Royce Cullinan, formerly owned by the Discaya couple and once in the spotlight for the viral “free umbrella” remark, has been sold for P29 million to Igorot Stone Kingdom Incorporated, the company behind Baguio City’s famous cultural park. The vehicle, seized earlier by the Bureau of Customs over alleged tax violations, was sold after three public auctions, finally attracting a buyer when the price was lowered. According to reports, t
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International Fugitive Arrested: Russian National captured in lallo, Cagayan after months on the Run
Lal-lo, Cagayan – A 52-year-old Russian national wanted for violence against women and their children was arrested during a joint law enforcement operation in Lal-lo, Cagayan, on Monday, February 9, 2026. The suspect, using the alias “Andong,” was listed among the Top 7 Most Wanted Persons in Region 7. Police reports indicated that he is a businessman who had been residing in Negros Oriental prior to his arrest. The arrest resulted from a coordinated operation by local police
Mark Moises Calayan
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FEATURE: Against All Odds: Cerebral Palsy patient from Pinukpuk excels in LUMIN-AWA Chess Tournament
Tabuk City, Kalinga – A fourteen-year-old chess prodigy from Pinukpuk showcased his talent at the Lumin-Awa Chess Tournament (LTC) held on February 7 at the Kalinga Children’s Ward Conference Hall in Bulanao, strengthening his bid to become Kalinga’s representative in the 2027 Cordillera Administrative Region Athletic Association (CARAA) meet. Simon Dalapnas, a Grade 9 student of Pinukpuk Vocational School from Taga, Pinukpuk, lives with cerebral palsy—a lifelong neurological
Lorraine Bacullo
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At Just 7, Isabela Math wizard wins silver medal at the Thailand International Mathematical Olympiad
Aurora, Isabela – Seven-year-old math prodigy Amanda Uy has brought pride to her family and the Province of Isabela after winning a silver medal at the Thailand International Mathematical Olympiad (TIMO) in Bangkok, Thailand. TIMO is an annual international mathematics competition designed to promote mathematical learning and problem-solving skills among young students from around the world. The event was held from February 6 to 8, 2026, at Impact Muang Thong Thani. The compe
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Electrocution Tragedy: FOUR dead in Baguio City, Benguet in January; BENECO steps up safety drive
Benguet, Philippines – Baguio City and Benguet province recorded a total of four electrocution-related deaths in separate incidents during the first three weeks of January 2026, prompting the Benguet Electric Cooperative (BENECO) to intensify its public safety campaign and raising alarm over unsafe work practices near energized power lines. Data from BENECO, as reported on its official page, showed that most electrocution victims are house construction workers, streetlight in
Lorraine Bacullo
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‘Pagta is not in conflict with national laws but reinforces them’ - Gov. Edduba during launching of first codified Kalinga Pagta
Tabuk City, Kalinga – During the official launch of the codified Kalinga Pagta on February 9, 2026, Governor James S. Edduba reiterated that the peace system inherited from ancestors continues to work in harmony with national laws, rather than contradicting them. The Pagta is the formal set of customary laws that govern the Bodong (Peace Pact) system. It provides clear guidelines for resolving conflicts among Kalinga tribes, defines the responsibilities of each party, and ens
Mark Moises Calayan
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Deadly Fall in Baguio: Elderly man found dead in 40 to 50M-deep ravine
Baguio City, Philippines – A 69-year-old man was found lifeless after he fell into a ravine near a bamboo grove in Sector G, Country Club, Baguio City, on the afternoon of February 7, 2026. According to a police report obtained by local media, neighbors were alerted at around 2:00 p.m. after hearing a loud sound near the bamboo grove, suggesting that something heavy had fallen. The elderly man was reportedly in the area at the time. Residents discovered the victim at the bott
Mark Moises Calayan
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A New Era for DTI-Kalinga: P29.3M FOUR-storey permanent office for the agency to be constructed
Tabuk City, Kalinga – The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in Kalinga is set to have a permanent office with the construction of its P29.3-million building in Tabuk City, giving the agency ownership of both the land and facility. Funded under the 2025 General Appropriations Act (GAA), the four-storey structure will rise on the site of the old Provincial Jail in Purok 6, Bulanao, Tabuk City, and will be implemented by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) –
Mark Moises Calayan
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USL Tuguegarao confers Olympic Champion Hidilyn Diaz with prestigious Honorary Doctorate (Doctor of Humanities, Honoris Causa)
Tuguegarao City, Cagayan – Adding another historic milestone to her name, Olympic gold medalist Hidilyn Diaz was recently conferred the Degree of Doctor of Humanities, Honoris Causa, by the University of Saint Louis Tuguegarao on February 9, 2026—recognizing her enduring contributions to Philippine sports, education, and nation-building. During her speech, Diaz admitted that she initially didn’t understand what an Honoris Causa was and worried about potential criticism, notin
Lorraine Bacullo
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Nearly 200 Adventurers take on Tinglayan’s Sacred Tattooed Trails in 2026 Lumin-Awa Trek
Tinglayan, Kalinga – Nearly 200 trekkers and adventurers explored the “tattooed paths” of the Municipality of Tinglayan during the 4th edition of the Lumin-Awa Trek, held from February 5 to 7, 2026. Participants of this year’s Lumin-Awa Trek came from Kalinga, Bauko, Benguet, Baguio, Cagayan, Davao, and Manila, with the youngest trekker aged 16 and the oldest 64. The group braved scenic mountain trails and enjoyed the refreshing Palanga-ah Falls and A-atungan Hot Spring, as w
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‘Join again next year… the province is a peaceful place to visit” - Kalinga Gov. Edduba to participants of Lumin-awa Trek Fourth Edition in Tinglayan
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Governor James S. Edduba underscored the Lumin-awa Trek’s role in promoting Kalinga as a peaceful and culturally rich destination as more than 200 trekkers gathered for the culminating event in Buscalan, Tinglayan, on February 7, 2026. In celebration of the 31st Kalinga Founding Anniversary and the 7th Bodong Festival, the Provincial Government of Kalinga hosted the 4th edition of the Lumin-awa Trek, bringing together trekkers and mountaineers on a journ
Mark Jordan Bomogao
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“From Kalinga to Abra and Mountain Province”: Board Member Kitongan eyes inter-provincial expansion of Lumin-Awa Trek
Tabuk City, Kalinga – During the second night of the Lumin-Awa Trek Fourth Edition that was conducted from February 5-7, 2026, Board Member Emilio Kitongan announced plans to expand it beyond provincial borders. Kitongan made the statement while speaking to trekkers in Barangay Tulgao, Tinglayan, Kalinga - one of the stops in the host town. Said trekking activity was held as part of the series of activities for the celebration of the 31st Kalinga Founding Anniversary and the
Mark Jordan Bomogao
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FEATURE :A Law Carried by Generations: Kalinga’s “Pagta” enters history in written form
Long before laws were written in books or enforced in courts, the Pagta served as a code of justice and a guide for resolving conflicts among Kalinga communities—upholding peace without the aid of ink and paper until it was finally put into written form. On February 9, 2026, history was made in Kalinga as elders, Bodong holders, local leaders, and provincial officials gathered at the Kalinga Sports Center in Bulanao, Tabuk City for the official launch of the codified Kalinga
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