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The Tapestry of the South. Welcome to the home of Mindanao feature stories. Beyond the daily headlines, Mindanao Gold Star Daily celebrates the diverse narratives that define our island’s identity. In 2026, we explore the "Colors of Mindanao"—from the ancestral wisdom of our indigenous Lumad communities and the vibrant Islamic heritage of Western Mindanao to the world-class surf breaks of Siargao. Our features dive deep into Mindanaoan cuisine, sustainable eco-tourism, and the human interest stories of local innovators shaping the "trillion-peso" regional economy. This is where we tell the story of who we are: fearless, factual, and deeply rooted in the heart of the southern Philippines.

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Cagayan de Oro

Oxfam report: How the world’s ultra-rich will burn through humanity’s carbon budget in under 3 weeks

Nov 3, 2025000

IPRA: 28 years of broken promises

As another Indigenous Peoples Month passes under the shadow of killings and displacement, the call for accountability grows louder. “Without justice,” advocates remind, “there can be no protection.”

Oct 30, 2025000

Cagayan de Oro

Inside Oro’s 2026 budget gambit

The contrast is striking: on paper, Mayor Rolando ‘Klarex’ Uy’s administration is pouring funds into public works and health, yet on the ground, governance woes – from a garbage crisis to public health scares and idle infrastructure – tell a more complicated story.

Oct 24, 2025000

Cagayan de Oro

Safe water for every kid: One man’s lifeline mission

Oct 18, 2025000

Cagayan de Oro

Cold brews, warm hearts: Oro’s coffee scene perks up

The mall recently concluded its 10-day Brew Festival, held in celebration of Coffee Month.

Oct 7, 2025000

News

AI in the classroom: A helping hand, not a replacement

In the Philippines, however, lessons in most schools are still taught with chalk on a blackboard. Teachers remain hopeful for meaningful progress with the help of these tools.

Oct 5, 2025000