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Federation of Free Workers (FFW) President Sonny Matula speaking about the necessity of legislated wage relief and the suspension of fuel taxes to protect Filipino workers from inflation.

Labor pushes P200 wage hike to fuel economy

The Federation of Free Workers argues that a nationwide P200 wage hike will trigger a positive velocity of money across regional economies, benefiting neighborhood micro-enterprises.

Jul 2, 20263000

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37 years keeping the machine running

For nearly four decades, while readers focused on the headlines, one man quietly made sure those stories reached the public.

Jul 1, 20263700

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The Second Generation: Defining a legacy for a new era

I grew up above a newspaper. Our home occupied the top floor of the same building where Mindanao Gold Star was produced

Jul 1, 20263800

A group of young local skateboarders holding their boards stand on a concrete path during a public demonstration along Rio Boulevard in Cagayan de Oro City.

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CDO skaters: 'Give us a safe place to ride'

Skateboarders in Cagayan de Oro are pushing back against long-standing social stereotypes, calling for an urgent public skatepark investment to ensure safe urban navigation.

Jul 1, 20264800

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CDO eyes tougher anti-bullying law

Councilor Desiree Ann Dahino targets social media harassment with a comprehensive rewrite of Cagayan de Oro’s 13-year-old anti-bullying law.

Jul 1, 20262400

The exterior facade and official seal of the Supreme Court of the Philippines building located in Padre Faura, Manila.

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Supreme Court says illness isn’t grounds for dismissal

In a significant victory for labor groups, the Supreme Court ruled that absenteeism due to documented illness or hardship cannot automatically justify termination.

Jun 30, 20263700

A group of local youth skateboarders parade down the concrete roads of Paseo del Rio and Rio de Oro Boulevard during an organized sports demonstration.

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CDO skaters renew call for safe public skate park

Gathering along Paseo del Rio for Go Skateboarding Day 2026, Cagayan de Oro’s grassroots skate community issued a renewed call for dedicated public skate park.

Jun 30, 20264700

Special Assistant to the President Anton Lagdameo Jr. stands at a podium, speaking to attendees during the 145th Regional Development Council-10 Full Council Meeting.

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More infra projects seen to improve travel, power in Normin

Speaking at the 145th RDC-10 Full Council Meeting, Special Assistant to the President Anton Lagdameo Jr. pushed for swift inter-agency execution of core Northern Mindanao infrastructure assets.

Jun 30, 20261400

City personnel using high-pressure water hoses to wash concrete pathways and clear drainage systems inside the Cogon Public Market in Cagayan de Oro.

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Cleaner markets start with proper waste segregation

Sanitation standards are rising in Cagayan de Oro as local vendors adjust to mandatory waste segregation routines under the city’s public market modernization initiative.

Jun 30, 20263800

A scenic panoramic view of the lush, forested mountain ridges and peaks of Mt. Inayawan Range Natural Parks under a clear sky in Northern Mindanao.

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Stay safe before you hit the trail

While the ecotourism boom provides critical economic lifelines to mountain communities in Bukidnon, authorities emphasize that visitor safety protocols cannot be compromised for tourist volume.

Jun 30, 20264300

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Fire survivor says quick rescue saved her life

"Abi nako mamatay nako," says Agapita Dupalco as she recalls her narrow escape from the fourth-alarm fire that razed closely built homes in Lapasan, Cagayan de Oro on Sunday.

Jun 30, 20262800

A large array of solar panels installed on the roof or exterior framework of the Madonna and Child Hospital building in Barangay Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City.

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Will solar and hydropower projects cut your power bills?

Mindanao's aggressive expansion into solar and hydropower promises a cleaner, more stable grid, but residents expecting immediate bill reductions will face a more gradual financial reality.

Jun 30, 20262700