Cagayan de Oro
Cogon after dark
Forget the polished nightlife of bars and fancy cafés. Here, the real pulse of the city beats under flickering lampposts and the neon glow of sari-sari stores.
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Cagayan de Oro
Digital doppelgangers: News outlets battle online impersonators
Earlier this year, Gold Star Daily, a long-standing publication in Mindanao, was impersonated on Facebook by an account that posted false stories using the outlet’s name and logo. It was not an isolated case.
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Sikad drivers cry for help: ‘Wala’y tabang, wala’y dungog’
But for the drivers themselves, their place in the system is fragile. Despite being everywhere, they feel invisible.
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Mall offers prayer room but gaps remain
It’s a step in the right direction, especially in a city where public Muslim prayer spaces in commercial areas remain rare. But for some of the faithful who use the space regularly, it’s a step that could go further.
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Ukay-ukay prices in Cogon no longer a bargain for many
But recently, many Cogon shoppers have noticed a sharp increase in prices, making it harder to find cheap deals.
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A look at Oro’s sidewalks: Cracked, crowded, chaotic
As Cagayan de Oro continues to grow, the question remains: Will the city finally prioritize its pedestrians?
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My Gold Star Daily internship: A reflection
But here I am, writing about real people living real lives. And not just any people, but those who are unheard, unseen, and often unappreciated in society. It’s a huge responsibility — but also an incredible honor.
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Beyond the byline: My internship journey with Gold Star Daily
“Be the voice of the voiceless” is a quote I won’t be able to forget. I may only be an intern but in the end, everything was real and professional.
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Oro condo living: A look at costs and lifestyle
For young professionals, small families and even students, condo living has become a growing trend. But the question remains: How much does it really cost to live the condo lifestyle in Cagayan de Oro?
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Bearing the weight of truth: A reflection as a Gold Star Daily intern
I quickly realized that journalism isn’t for the faint of heart. People won’t always welcome your questions. Doors will slam. Eyes will roll. Some will avoid you; others will challenge your right to even ask. But that’s the job. You show up anyway. You ask anyway. You tell the story anyway.
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Oro Muslims, Lumads still face quiet discrimination
“DILI ko ganahan. Muslim man gud.” -- That one offhand remark was all it took for Sittie Allysa Guinar to understand why she kept being left alone in her three-person apartment room. No one wanted to share the space with her.
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Naliyagan Festival fetes Agusan del Sur’s tribal heritage
IN Agusan del Sur, the vibrant rhythms of celebration fill the air every June 12 to 17. But for the province’s indigenous communities, the Naliyagan Festival is more than a week of music and festivities — it is an act of cultural remembrance.
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