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Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan is set to launch the Dr. Magdalena Canag Cabaraban (MCC) Memorial Fund on March 5, honoring the 54-year legacy of a Mindanao research pioneer. The fund, which supports rising social scientists, will be unveiled during the closing of the 2026 PPA International Scientific Conference focused on population and climate resilience.
ILIGAN CITY — Authorities arrested two Chinese nationals in Sibutad, Zamboanga del Norte, on March 3 for operating an unauthorized gold ball mill facility. The joint operation, involving the Bureau of Immigration and the 1st Infantry Division, revealed that the suspects were overstaying and engaging in business without valid permits, posing significant environmental and economic risks to the region.
ILIGAN CITY — Authorities uprooted around 1,000 fully grown marijuana plants during a joint anti-drug operation in a remote area of Sitio Catablaran, Barangay Canangaan, Cabanglasan, Bukidnon, at about 6:30 a.m. on February 28.
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Barangay Balubal Chairman Pablo Bactong won the vice-presidential race of the Liga ng mga Barangay–Cagayan de Oro Chapter, securing 54 votes during the election held Friday morning, February 27.
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — City Councilor Yevonna Yacine Emano has urged fellow lawmakers to exercise responsibility and caution in issuing public statements, reminding them that as elected officials, their words carry significant weight and influence.
