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Kennon Road High-Speed Car Chase: Van driver hit with more criminal charges
Baguio City, Philippines – The 31-year-old driver from Quezon City who led Land Transportation Office (LTO) personnel on a high-speed car chase along Kennon Road is facing additional charges for his actions. On Tuesday, February 3, the agency announced that an additional case of reckless imprudence resulting in damage to property will be filed against the driver. This development came after the driver of a colorum van reportedly hit an LTO vehicle while attempting to evad
Menchie Kinao-Puerto
22 hours ago2 min read
Balbalasang’s 100 YEARS of faith: Mayor Malannag honors people preserving culture and nature
Balbalan, Kalinga – As the 2025 Best Tourism Village in the Cordillera, Balbalasang in Balbalan marked two momentous events in the last week of January, as Mayor Almar Malannag honored townsfolk who have helped preserve the area’s environment and rich cultural heritage. Balbalasang is known for its well-conserved environment, rich biodiversity, clean rivers, and vibrant, well-preserved culture. These qualities earned it first place in the prestigious Search for the Best Tou
Balbalan LGU
22 hours ago2 min read
BAGUIO KNIFE ATTACK: 25-Year-Old stabs 44-Year-Old co-worker who called him BAKLA
Baguio City, Philippines – A homophobic slur allegedly led to a stabbing incident in Baguio City in the early hours of February 3, 2026. The individuals involved were identified as a 25-year-old resident of Santiago, Sto. Tomas, Batangas, tagged as the suspect, and his 44-year-old colleague. Both are working as construction workers on a project in the city. According to a police investigation cited by Mountain Beacon, the two were part of a group that went drinking at an
Leonora Lo-oy
22 hours ago1 min read
P.6M livelihood aid granted to TWO Kalinga Craft Groups during DSWD Sec. Gatchalian Visit
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Members of two local livelihood associations in Kalinga are set to boost their production of traditional crafts after receiving a total of P600,000 in cash grants from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). The funding, released under the Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP) of the DSWD, provided P300,000 each to the Ga’Dang Calaccad Weavers Association of Tabuk City and the Bagtayan Livelihood Association of Pasil. According to the
Mark Moises Calayan
22 hours ago1 min read
Ifugao Officially Declared Insurgency-Free: AFP Grants ‘Highest’ Security Clearance after years of peace
Banaue, Ifugao – Peace and order in Ifugao in recent years have been achieved through vigilance, cooperation, and trust among constituents, local government units, local leaders, and security forces. On February 2, 2026, these efforts were formally recognized as the province was officially declared under a State of Stable Internal Peace and Security (SSIPS)—the “highest” level of security clearance conferred by the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) to areas where insurg
Mark Moises Calayan
22 hours ago2 min read
5 YEARS of ABUSE: 67-year-old man charged with over 100 counts of rape
Cagayan, Philippines – A 67-year-old man in Allacapan, Cagayan was arrested for allegedly abusing his granddaughter over a five-year period, according to the Police Regional Office 2 on February 6. The suspect was apprehended based on an arrest warrant for 105 counts of rape, 105 counts of sexual assault, and three counts of acts of lasciviousness. Police said the alleged abuse began in 2020, when the victim was seven years old. At the time, the child had been left in the
Leonora Lo-oy
1 day ago1 min read
Hope for CAR Tourism Workers: Over P1M granted to typhoon-affected Cordillera tourism workers by DSWD’s relief aid
Baguio City, Philippines — The onslaught of Typhoon Uwan in the Cordillera in November 2025 not only destroyed roads, triggered landslides, and flooded communities, but also led to the temporary suspension of outdoor tourism activities across the region. When operations at various tourism sites were halted due to the typhoon, many workers were displaced and left without a source of income. In response to the crisis, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), in
Mark Moises Calayan
2 days ago1 min read
IT’S A BOY: Olympian Hergie Bacyadan honors Tanudan heritage in emotional “Tadok” Gender Reveal for baby
Tanudan, Kalinga – Beyond the grit and glory of international boxing rings, Olympian Hergie Bacyadan and wife, Lady Denily Digo, celebrated a personal milestone as a gender reveal organized by family and close friends announced that they are expecting a baby boy. In a video posted on February 2, 2026, on the couple’s personal page, the intimate gathering became a meaningful celebration of family, culture, and heritage. To mark the occasion, Hergie honored her Tanudan roots by
Lorraine Bacullo
2 days ago2 min read
Kalinga adopts DSWD Secretary Gatchalian as son, seals honor with name ‘Dulliyaw’
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rexlon Ting Gatchalian was formally announced as an adopted son of Kalinga and conferred the honorary name “Dulliyaw” during the Mangili Night held on February 4, 2026, at the Davidson’s Hotel in Bulanao, in recognition of his leadership, service, and dedication to marginalized and Indigenous communities. The conferment was formalized through Sangguniang Panlalawigan Resolution No. 2026-043, c
Lorraine Bacullo
2 days ago2 min read
“Mas Malayo, Mas Prayoridad”: Secretary Gatchalian assures DSWD Support for remote communities during visit in Kalinga
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Emphasizing the national government’s commitment to inclusive public service, Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rexlon “Ting” Gatchalian assured communities in remote areas that no place is too far, no population too small, and no secluded barangay beyond the reach of the DSWD. He underscored that areas farther from city centers are often the highest priority for government programs. Speaking before various stakeholders during
Lorraine Bacullo
2 days ago2 min read
FOUR overstaying Chinese businessmen in Tabuk City arrested for operating without permit
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Four Chinese nationals who are running businesses in Tabuk City were arrested recently for overstaying and for operating without appropriate permit and visa. The arrested individuals were named by the Bureau of Immigration (BI) as Huang Xilai, 57; Huang Huifang, 51; Huang Menggui, 24; and Huang Mengjiao, 28. According to the BI, operatives apprehended Huang Xilai on February 2 inside a business establishment in Dagupan Centro. His arrest came after he wa
Leonora Lo-oy
2 days ago1 min read
School principal responds to alleged donation controversy: ‘I never tried to pocket P555K’
Sanchez Mira, Cagayan — A school head in Cagayan has denied allegations that he attempted to pocket a donation worth more than P500,000 from former student and social media personality Bretman Rock. Bretman Rock, known internationally as a beauty influencer and one of the most prominent LGBTQ+ figures on social media, discussed the matter in a recent episode of her podcast, Da Baddest Radio, with co-host Miss Kaaaye. The social media personality said she donated “half a milli
Mark Moises Calayan
2 days ago2 min read
Clowning Turns Deadly: 45-year-old man in Isabela hacked to death over jokes
Cauayan City, Isabela — A 45-year-old barangay tanod (barangay watchman) in Cauayan City, Isabela, was hacked to death after jokes he made during a drinking spree on February 3, 2026, reportedly offended a drinking companion. The victim was identified by local police as Marvin Garcia, married, and a resident of Barangay San Antonio, Cauayan City. In the initial investigation, authorities found that Garcia and the 44-year-old suspect, Felino Baldos, had earlier purchased alcoh
Mark Moises Calayan
2 days ago1 min read
Tinglayan bestows highest honor on Cordillera Fire Director Rosales, adopts her as Daughter ‘Guinanayan’
Tinglayan, Kalinga — Cordillera Fire Director Fire Chief Superintendent Leonida Gumanab Rosales was granted the full honor and protection of the Tinglayan Pochon after she was formally adopted as a native daughter of the municipality recently. During her visit to Kalinga Province, Rosales stopped in Tinglayan on January 28, accompanied by her command group from the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP). She was received by the Municipal Local Government Unit, led by Mayor Charles A
Leonora Lo-oy
2 days ago1 min read
‘Paniyaw Is Our Strength’: Mayor Dagadag calls on iKalingas to live by Core Values
Tabuk City, Kalinga — Tanudan Mayor Jaedicke Rhoss Dagadag, President of the League of Municipalities of the Philippines (LMP)–Kalinga, reminded iKalingas to embody the province’s core values, particularly “Paniyaw.” Dagadag made the statement during his address at the kick-off ceremony of the 7th Bodong Festival and 31st Kalinga Founding Anniversary on February 2, 2026. Speaking before the iKalingas, Dagadag emphasized adherence to “Paniyaw” — a set of sacred taboos, prohibi
Leonora Lo-oy
2 days ago2 min read
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