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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
9 hours ago2 min read
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
10 hours ago1 min read
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
10 hours ago1 min read
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
10 hours ago2 min read
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
Leonora Lo-oy
10 hours ago2 min read
‘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
11 hours ago2 min read
“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
11 hours ago2 min read
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
Mark Moises Calayan
12 hours ago2 min read
Lumin-Awa Chess Tournament: Bacuyag wins open category; Tumbali triumphs in kids category
Tabuk City, Kalinga – As part of the month-long celebration of the 7th Bodong Festival and the 31st Founding Anniversary of Kalinga, the Kalinga Mind Warriors Chess Club Association (KMWCCA), in partnership with the Provincial Government of Kalinga and Open Heaven Credit Cooperative, conducted the Lumin-Awa Chess Tournament on February 7 at the Kalinga Children’s Ward Conference Hall in Bulanao. The tournament drew chess enthusiasts from across the province, including guest p
Lorraine Bacullo
12 hours ago2 min read
‘…maysa goal ket addan tu met maibaon tayo nga representative ti ili tayo nga Kalinga idiay national level—even international,’ – KMWCCA Founder Deborah Bulawit during the Lumin-Awa Chess Tournament
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Reaffirming its vision of producing national—and even international—chess representatives for Kalinga, the Kalinga Mind Warriors Chess Club Association (KMWCCA) successfully staged the Lumin-Awa Chess Tournament (LCT) on February 7, 2026, at the Kalinga Children’s Ward Conference Hall in Bulanao. According to KMWCCA founder Deborah Bulawit, the tournament was organized as part of the month-long celebration of the 7th Bodong Festival and the 31st Founding
Lorraine Bacullo
12 hours ago2 min read
Kalinga Makes History: First Art Gallery in the province opens; Board Member Donaal salutes Capuyan Family and Artists
Tabuk City, Kalinga – An avid supporter of the arts, Board Member Christopher Donaal lauded those behind the establishment of the first formal art gallery and exhibition space in Kalinga, emphasizing that the venue represents a fresh beginning for the province’s artistic community. The art gallery, located at Aki’s Café Gallery in Bulanao, Tabuk City, officially opened on February 9, 2026. The event was attended by Governor James Edduba, DTI officials, and Board Members Chris
Mark Moises Calayan
12 hours ago2 min read
‘Mabuhay ang Kababaihan!’ – Gov. Edduba underscores support to Kalinga women during Miss Kalinga 2026 Pre-Pageant
Tabuk City, Kalinga – With a strong message of support for women’s empowerment, Governor James S. Edduba underscored the vital role of Kalinga women in leadership and community development during the Miss Kalinga Pre-Pageant held on February 6, 2026, at Davidsons Hotel in Bulanao—reaffirming the provincial government’s commitment to initiatives that uplift and empower women. With the theme “Bold, Brave, and Empowered,” the governor, as relayed by Attorney Priel Balnao, emphas
Lorraine Bacullo
2 days ago2 min read
Elusive Jade Vine blooms in Calanasan, Apayao
Calanasan, Apayao – A rare jade vine (Strongylodon macrobotrys) has been discovered in the forested areas of Calanasan, Apayao, highlighting the province’s rich biodiversity and the importance of its forest ecosystem. The jade vine, locally known as “Tayabak,” is endemic to the Philippines’ rainforests in Luzon, Samar, and Mindoro. Its rare blooms and reliance on fruit bats for pollination make every wild sighting a significant event for conservation and biodiversity monitori
Lorraine Bacullo
2 days ago2 min read
Armed man arrested in Bangued, Abra after street disturbance sparks police response
Abra, Philippines – An armed man was arrested by police in Bangued, Abra after authorities responded to a reported commotion on February 5, 2026. Police were alerted to a disturbance along Washington Street in Zone 2, Bangued on Friday, prompting them to immediately proceed to the area. Upon arrival, operatives spotted a man holding a firearm and attempting to conceal it in his pocket. The police approached the suspect and confiscated a chamber-loaded .22 caliber Beretta pist
Leonora Lo-oy
2 days ago1 min read
Kalinga Treasures Fair draws 91 MSMEs from Cordillera, Regions 2 and 3
Tabuk City, Kalinga – More than 90 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) from various provinces in the Cordillera, as well as from Regions 2 and 3, are showcasing and selling their locally made products to the public at the Kalinga Treasures Fair 2026. Located along Manuel S. Agayao Boulevard in Bulanao, Tabuk City, the fair features a wide range of locally produced items, including handicrafts, wood products and furniture, food items and coffee with improved packaging
Mark Moises Calayan
2 days ago2 min read
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