Sarbay Fest, Mindanao’s biggest beach party, kicks off May 24
GENERAL SANTOS CITY (MindaNews / 23 May) – Around 800 security personnel have been mobilized to help protect tens of thousands of foreign and local visitors who have already started to swarm the powdery white sand beaches in the village of Gumasa, Glan town in Sarangani. The three-day Sarbay Fest (Sarangani Bay Festival), touted as […].....»»
10th ID bashes Canadian gov’t for travel advisory vs Mindanao
The 10th Infantry Agila Division (10ID) of the Philippine Army criticized the Canadian government for issuing a travel advisory against all parts of Mindanao, which includes their area of responsibility. Major Mark Anthony Tito, spokesperson for the 10th ID, emphasized that the regions under their jurisdiction are peaceful and free from terrorism and violent threats, contrary to the Canadian embassy's advisory. The division oversees 12 provinces, seven cities, and 72 municipalities in various parts of Mindanao. Tito expressed bewilderment at the basis of the travel advisory, asserting that the Canadian government lacks awareness of the actual situation on the ground. He highlighted the peaceful nature of the entire Davao Region throughout 2023, with no recorded incidents of terrorism or insurgency. Despite the exclusion of Davao City from the advisory, Tito noted that the region would still be impacted. The Canadian embassy's advisory warned its citizens to avoid visiting Mindanao due to ongoing terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, high levels of violence, and encounters between rebel forces and government security authorities. Specific provinces and regions were singled out for caution or non-essential travel, including Northern Mindanao, Soccsksargen, and Eastern Mindanao. Contrary to the advisory, the 10th ID has been actively weakening and eliminating guerilla forces within its jurisdiction as part of the Philippine Army's efforts to establish an insurgency-free zone. In fact, on October 27, 2023, the Davao Region celebrated its first anniversary as an insurgency-free region in the Philippines. This dispute has led to other related stories, including the Chamber's intention to engage in discussions with the Canadian government regarding the travel advisory, as well as refutations from the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) and celebrations of the Davao Region's insurgency-free status by the Regional Peace and Order Council. In summary, the 10th ID vehemently opposes the Canadian government's travel advisory, citing the peaceful and secure nature of the regions under their jurisdiction, and highlighting the significant strides made in eradicating insurgency in the Davao Region......»»
Super Suroy: ‘Nagpangamay’nga beach front sa Leci Beach House, Medellin
Super Suroy: ‘Nagpangamay’nga beach front sa Leci Beach House, Medellin.....»»
Cebu’s Buytrago suits up for PHL in AVC beach v’ball tour
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu will be well-represented in the upcoming international beach volleyball tilt billed as the Smart Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Beach Tour Nuvali Open on April 4-7. Cebuano veteran beach volleyball player James Buytrago will play for the men’s team under the Philippine National Volleyball Federation (PNVF). This will be Buytrago’s first.....»»
Sarbay Fest, Mindanao’s biggest beach party, kicks off May 24
GENERAL SANTOS CITY (MindaNews / 23 May) – Around 800 security personnel have been mobilized to help protect tens of thousands of foreign and local visitors who have already started to swarm the powdery white sand beaches in the village of Gumasa, Glan town in Sarangani. The three-day Sarbay Fest (Sarangani Bay Festival), touted as […].....»»
Battle begins for Araw ng Dabaw ESports Fest 2024
As the gates open, a total of 117 teams all over Mindanao will fight for the championship title in the first Araw ng Dabaw Esports Fest on March 16, 2024, at Ayala Malls Abreeza, Davao City, featuring three games–Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB), Tekken 8, and Garena Call of Duty: Mobile (CODM)......»»
NUSTAR kicks off Cebu Food and Wine Festival 2024 with ‘Taste Cebu’
NUSTAR kicks off Cebu Food and Wine Festival 2024 with ‘Taste Cebu’.....»»
Thailand kicks off Pride Month with parade
Thailand kicks off Pride Month with parade.....»»
AVGCC the view tee kicks off today
AVGCC the view tee kicks off today.....»»
7s Super League football kicks off in March
The much-anticipated inaugural 7s Super League kicks off on March 10 at the McKinley Stadium in Taguig City......»»
UNBL All-Stars kicks off Sinulog Cup 2024 campaign with a rout of defending champions EGS
UNBL All-Stars kicks off Sinulog Cup 2024 campaign with a rout of defending champions EGS.....»»
Mang Inasal celebrates summer with the biggest Halo-Halo party
Mang Inasal celebrates summer with the biggest Halo-Halo party.....»»
Shopwise pedals into wellness, holds bike fest at Vermosa
Shopwise, in a groundbreaking move that echoes its history of transforming retail landscape, whips up the urban cycling scene as it launches the Shopwise Bike Fest on May 18 in Vermosa, Cavite......»»
Shopwise bike fest puts spotlight on wellness
Shopwise, in a groundbreaking move that echoes its history of transforming retail landscape, whips up the urban cycling scene as it launches the Shopwise Bike Fest on May 18 in Vermosa, Cavite......»»
Mindanao Tourism Expo 2024 set on Apr 26-28 in CDO
THE Mindanao Tourism Expo (MTEx) 2024 is all set for the second biggest travel expo in Mindanao, highlighting the entire eco-tourism spots, products, and activities in the island on April 26 to 28 at Atrium of Limketkai Center, Cagayan de Oro City......»»
Earthquake of magnitude 6.0 strikes Mindanao in Philippines
Mindanao [Philippines], March 8 (ANI): An earthquake of magnitude 6.0 on the Richter scale struck Mindanao in Philippines on Friday, the National Centre for Seismology said. The depth of the earthquake was measured at 140 km. According to the NCS, the tremors were felt at about 14:41:47 IST. "Earthquake of Magnitude:6.0, Occurred on 08-03-2024, 14:41:47 IST, Lat: 5.81Long: 126.90, Depth: 140 Km, Location: Mindanao, Philip.....»»
Earthquake of magnitude 6.0 strikes Mindanao in Philippines
Mindanao [Philippines], March 8 (ANI): An earthquake of magnitude 6.0 on the Richter scale struck Mindanao in Philippines on Friday, the National Centre for Seismology said. The depth of the earthquake was measured at 140 km. According to the NCS, the tremors were felt at about 14:41:47 IST. "Earthquake of Magnitude:6.0, Occurred on 08-03-2024, 14:41:47 IST, Lat: 5.81Long: 126.90, Depth: 140 Km, Location: Mindanao, Philip.....»»
Shopwise braces for bigger bike fest in 2025
Encouraged by the remarkable success of its inaugural bike fest, Shopwise is preparing to host an even larger edition next year, continuing its mission to promote a healthier, more active lifestyle among Filipino families......»»
Bacolod film fest director named
Bacolod film fest director named.....»»
Pahiyas, Arañat Baluarte fest sa Quezon kasado na
Kasado na ang lahat ng preparasyon sa magkasabay na pagdiriwang bukas ng Pahiyas Festival at Araña at Baluarte Festival sa Lalawigan ng Quezon. The post Pahiyas, Arañat Baluarte fest sa Quezon kasado na first appeared on Abante......»»
Bicol loco hot air balloon fest malapit na!
Magandang araw muli, mga kababayan kong Bicolano! Puspusan ang paghahanda ng inyong lingkod, katuwang ang Department of Tourism-Region 5 at iba pang stakeholders, para sa kauna-unahang Bicol Loco Festival sa darating na Mayo 3-5, 2024 sa Old Legazpi Airport sa Albay. Excited tayo at ang DOT sa pagho-host ng nasabing festival dahil first time na […] The post Bicol loco hot air balloon fest malapit na! first appeared on Abante......»»