Cagayan de Oro has strengthened its standing as one of the country’s most economically dynamic urban centers, ranking as the second richest city outside Metro Manila based on per capita output. Read more »
The Bangsamoro Parliament has approved a new redistricting law, creating 32 parliamentary districts ahead of the 2026 elections. Officials say the move strengthens democratic governance and supports the region’s peace process. Read more »
The Philippine population is expected to continue expanding over the next decade, with official projections showing the country nearing the 124-million mark by 2035. Read more »
Efforts to strengthen long-term development in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) are getting a boost after Qatar expressed interest in backing essential community projects. Read more »
The province of Antique is facing a concerning surge in adolescent pregnancies, with nearly 500 cases documented in just the first half of 2025. Read more »
Despite the passage of a national law prohibiting child marriage, the practice continues to persist in parts of the Bangsamoro region, primarily due to poverty, cultural traditions, and weak enforcement of the law. Read more »
