Oriental Mindoro is hoping to regain momentum in the final months of 2026 as persistent electricity and water supply problems continue to pose challenges to the province’s tourism industry. Read more »
Four locally developed projects from Mindanao are set to compete at the national level of the 2026 Presidential Filipinnovation Awards after advancing from the Mindanao Sub-National Competition in Misamis Occidental. Read more »
Plant-based dressings, keto-friendly breads and other innovative food products are taking the spotlight at this year's Negros Oriental Food Expo 2026. Read more »
American marine biologist Kent Carpenter, known for revealing the Philippines’ rich marine biodiversity, was shot dead inside his home in Negros Oriental. Authorities continue investigating the killing. Read more »
More Filipinos battling cancer can now access government financial assistance after the Department of Health (DOH) expanded its Cancer Assistance Fund (CAF) network to 36 hospitals across the country. Read more »
Many transgender Filipinos self-medicate with hormones, not by choice, but because gender-affirming healthcare remains difficult to access. Experts say expanding transgender health services is key to making hormone therapy safer and more accessible. Read more »
