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Abra song bird joins PH Team at World Championships of Performing Arts 2026
FEATURE Bangued, Abra – A proud son of Abra is set to represent the voice of the province on the global stage as Mikko Osana Labuguen joins Team Philippines in the upcoming World Championships of Performing Arts 2026 (Vocal Category), which will be held on July 13–21 at the Westgate Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. The WCOPA is an annual international competition that gathers talented performers from different countries to compete in various categories including singin
Mark Jordan Bomogao
4 hours ago2 min read
25-yr.-old Criminology graduate arrested in La Trinidad “Shabu buy-bust”
La Trinidad, Benguet – A man who finished a course intended for law enforcement is now behind bars after being arrested in a buy-bust operation in La Trinidad, Benguet, on the evening of Monday, May 4. At around 9:00 p.m., operatives of the Benguet Police Drug Enforcement Unit (PDEU) conducted the operation in Shamolog, Pico, targeting the 25-year-old suspect identified only by the alias “Janjan.” According to police reports cited by local media outlets, an undercover police
Mark Moises Calayan
4 hours ago1 min read
Instant Millionaire!: Bettor from Cagayan among winners of P76.3M UltraLotto 6/58 draw
Cagayan, Philippines – A bettor from the Province of Cagayan became an instant millionaire after being named one of the winners of the Ultra Lotto 6/58 draw on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. On the said date, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) announced that 10 individuals matched the winning combination 01-58-25-43-26-16, making them eligible to claim portions of the ₱76,305,973.15 jackpot prize. The 10 bettors, including one from Cagayan, will share the amount and each
Leonora Lo-oy
4 hours ago1 min read
‘The stress of owning those cars made me…’ - Igorot Stone Kingdom founder breaks silence on ‘Discaya Cars,’ says controversy came “With a Price”
Benguet, Philippines – Igorot Stone Kingdom Inc. (ISK) founder Engr. Pio Velasco has broken his silence amid longstanding public attention surrounding his acquisition of the famous Discaya luxury cars, acknowledging that the purchase came with consequences and required him to step back from public view for a time. In a reflective statement via Facebook post on his personal account, the founder said the situation placed his actions under national scrutiny, noting that he had
Lorraine Bacullo
4 hours ago2 min read
‘Andaming private companies na nago-offer ng ganito and it costs over millions…now that we have our own developers, it’s free—we take pride in them’ - Kalinga-PTO Ngao-i on AI tourism app
Tabuk City, Kalinga – The Provincial Tourism Office (PTO) expressed pride and optimism over the province’s adoption of its locally developed AI tourism application, “ALAPUAP,” highlighting its cost-saving benefits and homegrown innovation. During the Sangguniang Panlalawigan regular session on May 5, Supervising Tourism Operations Officer Lorraine Ngao-i emphasized that the project forms part of the tourism office’s information dissemination campaign, where tourism officers w
Lorraine Bacullo
4 hours ago2 min read
Governor Edduba seeks immediate action as Chico River threatens Pinukpuk agricultural lands, calls on DPWH to see viability of re-channeling
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Governor James S. Edduba is pushing for the possible re-channeling of the Chico River to prevent floodwaters from directly affecting rice fields in the municipality of Pinukpuk, as farmers raise alarm over the increasing threat to their crops. The governor made the statement during the Kapehan Meeting on May 4 at the New Conference Hall in Capitol Hills, Bulanao, where concerns raised by farmers from the barangays of Mapaco, Cawagayan, and Camalog in Pin
Lorraine Bacullo
1 day ago2 min read
Kalinga to establish Provincial Tourist Police Unit amid rising tourist arrivals
Tabuk City, Kalinga – The Provincial Government of Kalinga is set to strengthen its tourism security with the establishment of a dedicated Provincial Tourist Police Unit (PTPU), as the Philippine National Police (PNP) prepares to deploy a total of 65 personnel to safeguard visitors across the province’s key destinations. According to a letter from the PNP to the Local Tourism and Development Council, which was presented during the Sangguniang Panlalawigan’s regular session on
Lorraine Bacullo
1 day ago2 min read
‘It's discipline and fun training’: Coach Mallari shares secret behind Cagayano Jiu-jitsu fighters’ dominance in Manila BJJ Tournament
FEATURE Tuguegarao City, Cagayan – After delivering a medal sweep at the Guam Marianas Pro Manila 2026 Qualifier held on April 25–26 in Quezon City, SMMAFC BJJ Coach Jaycee Mallari highlighted one key factor behind the team’s success. The team dominated the competition, with Mary Ryan Ramirez earning a gold medal in the Women’s Gi division, Miguel Lim Jr. securing gold in the No-Gi Middleweight Masters division, and Jude Santos Jr. winning gold in the No-Gi Featherweight Ma
Mark Jordan Bomogao
1 day ago2 min read
‘ALAPUAP’ may soon power Kalinga tourism as Sangguniang Panlalawigan reviews student-made app
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Following the presentation of the app during its session on May 5, the Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Kalinga has begun the process for the possible adoption of “ALAPUAP,” a digital tourism platform developed by students of Kalinga State University (KSU). During the session, Provincial Department of Science and Technology (DOST-Kalinga) Director Jasmin Donaal, together with one of the student developers and their adviser, introduced the app before the Provi
Mark Moises Calayan
1 day ago3 min read
Back rider dies, driver survives after motorcycle fell into 250-meter ravine in Tinglayan
Tinglayan, Kalinga – A motorcycle back rider died after the vehicle they were riding plunged into a 250-meter-deep ravine in Tinglayan, on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. The incident occurred past 11:00 a.m. when two men, whose identities were withheld, were traveling on a motorcycle along the road leading to Buscalan. Police investigators believe the driver lost control of the vehicle along the Kilib Mangapi road, causing them to fall into the deep ravine beside the road. The crash
Leonora Lo-oy
1 day ago1 min read
Tinglayan rolls out FREE medical check-up and consultation on May 15-16
Tinglayan, Kalinga – Residents of Tinglayan are encouraged to have their health checked by availing themselves of the free medical services to be offered in the municipality on May 15–16, 2026, at the Municipal Tribal Gym. The two-day medical mission, which is open to all communities in Tinglayan, will provide free medical consultations and dental services from health professionals and volunteers. Free circumcision services will also be offered. The Municipal Local Government
Leonora Lo-oy
1 day ago1 min read
“Masapol nga suruten mi ti legal procedures. Tapno maaksyunan mi dayta… umay kayon agfile formal complaint”- Vice Governor Odiem on issue of palay traders being blocked from entering Kalinga
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Kalinga Vice Governor Atty. Dave Odiem encouraged those complaining online about the alleged blocking of palay traders from outside the province to file formal complaints so that the matter can be properly acted upon, stressing that the Sangguniang Panlalawigan is bound by due process. Odiem made the statement after Board Member Atty. Christopher Donaal disclosed during the Provincial Board session on Tuesday, May 5, that there were online claims allegin
Mark Moises Calayan
1 day ago2 min read
59-yr.-old farmer drowns while crossing river in Manabo, Abra
Abra, Philippines – A 59-year-old farmer left his house to have his rice milled on Tuesday morning but was unable to return home after a tragic drowning incident. The victim, identified as Carlito Balla, 59, a resident of San Ramon East in Manabo, Abra, reportedly went out on May 5, 2026, to have his rice milled. While on his way, he attempted to cross a river in Sitio Manago. Witnesses told authorities that they saw the farmer struggling in the water, with his body briefly a
Leonora Lo-oy
1 day ago1 min read
“Without presence of both resource persons and our own members, we compromise the quality of work and our service to the public” - BM Dangani calls for active participation in SP committee hearings
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Retired Police Brigadier General (PBGEN) and now Kalinga Board Member Alfredo K. Dangani called for stronger participation and accountability among concerned offices and individuals during Sangguniang Panlalawigan committee hearings to maintain the quality of legislative work. During his privilege speech at the Provincial Board session on May 5, Dangani underscored that committee hearings serve as venues to thoroughly discuss and review concerns before a
Mark Moises Calayan
1 day ago2 min read
SIX far-flung Tanudan villages in Kalinga benefit from PTF-ELCAC gov’t caravan; Development and peace efforts pushed
Tanudan, Kalinga – Members of the Provincial Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (PTF-ELCAC) in Kalinga are conducting a series of consultations in six communities in Tanudan for the implementation of priority projects in the identified areas. The six identified communities include Lay-asan, Lower Mangali, Mangali Centro, Anggacan, Anggacan Sur, and Poblacion, Mangali. Through a whole-of-nation approach, the PTF-ELCAC, chaired by Governor James Edduba, provides c
Leonora Lo-oy
1 day ago2 min read
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