PROGRESS WATCH: Metro Cagayan de Oro and Northern Mindanao

Basketball standout John Mark “Macky” Peligrino, a proud native of Valencia City, Bukidnon, received a hero’s welcome from supporters upon his return home following his impressive achievements on the national stage. A former teammate of the late Rene Baterbonia at Ateneo de Davao University, Peligrino has established himself as one of the country’s brightest young basketball ...

Anika Guia Siao buried a game-winning two-pointer as the final seconds ticked away to lift Zone 11 Cagayan de Oro to a thrilling 15–14 come-from-behind victory over NCR-2 Alabang, capturing the U16 Girls’ Division championship at the 2026 Pambansahang Tatluhan held over the weekend at SM Center Muntinlupa. Siao, who was also named the 2026 SBP 3×3 MVP, teamed up with Crystal ...

The rare Lembeh Sea Dragon, also known as the Thread Pipefish (Kyonemichthys rumengani), was discovered in the waters of Laguindingan, Misamis Oriental, on May 17, 2026, attracting the attention of underwater photographers from across the country. Closely related to seahorses, this extraordinary species is remarkably slender—barely wider than a piece of thread—and al...

Construction of Metro Central Mall in Oroquieta City continues to make steady progress, with interior fit-out works now in full swing as the development moves closer to completion. Installation of the mall’s glass façade is also underway, marking another visible milestone in the project. Once completed, Metro Central Mall will become Oroquieta City’s first shopping mall, prov...

The City Government of El Salvador has unveiled the perspective design of the New El Salvador City Public Market, a modern development envisioned to provide a cleaner, safer, and more convenient marketplace for vendors, shoppers, and the community. The project underscores the city’s commitment to stimulating local economic growth, enhancing public services, and supporting sus...