General Santos

The Boom City of the South. > Welcome to your primary source for General Santos City news. As GenSan's economy continues to outpace national growth in 2026, Mindanao Gold Star Daily tracks the pulse of the "Tuna Capital of the Philippines." From the expansion of the GenSan Fish Port and yellowfin tuna exports to the massive Expanded 4PH housing projects in Barangay Apopong, we cover the stories driving the city's progress. Stay informed on Mayor Pacquiao's local initiatives, logistics upgrades, and the rising digital and BPO sectors in South Cotabato’s premier urban hub.

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Sarangani Gov. Rogelio D. Pacquiao and Cabinet Secretaries Teodoro Herbosa, Vivencio Dizon, and Rex Gatchalian inspect the Sarangani Provincial Hospital in Alabel after the Mindanao earthquake.

31 Killed, 200 hurt in Mindanao quake; damage checks ongoing

At least 31 are dead and over 200 injured after a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck Mindanao, forcing airport closures and structural evacuations.

Jun 9, 2026000

Interior of a fast-food restaurant in General Santos City covered in thick dust and fallen ceiling debris following a magnitude 7.0 earthquake.

Cagayan de Oro

7.8 quake disrupts Mindanao class opening

Emergency teams in Cagayan de Oro, Sarangani, and General Santos are checking roads and public spaces for damage after a strong magnitude 7.0 earthquake hit Mindanao.

Jun 8, 2026000

Cagayan de Oro

Oro’s loss, GenSan’s gain: Pacman team dominates Mayor Klarex chess tilt

Former Cagayan de Oro ace Johnnel Balquin returned to his old stomping grounds on Saturday night, leading the General Santos-based Pacman team to a decisive victory in the local chess team competition.

Dec 23, 2025000