Tag: Mindanao
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NIA whistleblower killed: Former officer shot in CDO
Tragic killing of a former NIA legal officer A former National Irrigation Administration (NIA) legal officer who openly raised concerns about irregularities in irrigation projects was shot dead by two unidentified gunmen on a motorcycle in Barangay Patag, Cagayan de Oro City, on Friday. The victim has been identified by police as Niruh Kyle Antatico,…
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Former NIA legal officer shot dead after exposing irrigation irregularities in Mindanao
Tragic killing underscores dangers faced by whistleblowers in Mindanao A former legal officer of the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) in Northern Mindanao was gunned down by two unidentified suspects on a motorcycle in Barangay Patag, Cagayan de Oro City, on Friday. Niruh Kyle Antatico, 40, was killed in what police say appears to be a…
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Nartatez Orders Structural Checks on Police Stations in Mindanao
Nartatez Orders Immediate Structural Inspections of Police Facilities In the wake of the magnitude 7.4 offshore earthquake near Davao Oriental and the subsequent 6.8 aftershock, Police Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez, Jr., acting chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP), directed a comprehensive structural integrity check of all police stations and related infrastructure. The move…
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PNP Orders Structural Integrity Checks of Police Stations and Infrastructure After Davao Earthquakes
PNP Initiates Comprehensive Structural Integrity Inspections In the wake of powerful offshore earthquakes that rattled Davao Oriental and nearby areas, Police Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez, Jr., acting chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP), has ordered a thorough assessment of all police stations, headquarters, and related infrastructure. The objective is to ensure structural safety…
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Annabelle McDonnell Honors Maranao Heritage with Singkil-Inspired National Costume at Miss Globe 2025
Celebrating Mindanao’s Tri-People through Fashion Filipina beauty queen Annabelle McDonnell is turning heads at Miss Globe 2025 with a national costume that honors her roots and the diverse cultures of Mindanao. The Singkil-inspired ensemble is more than a stunning gown; it is a carefully crafted tribute to the Tri-People of Mindanao—the Maguindanaon, Maranao, and Tausug—woven…
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CAAP Airports Remain Operational After Davao Oriental 7.4 Quake
Overview: CAAP-Managed Airports Stay Open After Strong Quake In the wake of a powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake that struck Davao Oriental on Friday, all airports under the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) are functioning normally. The aviation regulator conducted rapid assessments to ensure that airport facilities remained safe and operational for travelers across…
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Philippines Faces Tsunami Warning After Magnitude 7.4 Earthquake in Mindanao
Overview: Earthquake strikes Mindanao and triggers a tsunami warning An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.4 struck the Mindanao region in the Philippines, prompting authorities to issue a tsunami warning for several coastal provinces. The quake sent tremors through cities including Davao, triggering immediate evacuations and chaos as hospitals and streets emptied in response to…
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Philippines Tsunami Warning After 7.4 Earthquake Hits Mindanao
Overview: 7.4 Magnitude Quake Shakes Mindanao A powerful earthquake measuring 7.4 struck the Mindanao region of the Philippines on Friday morning, triggering a nationwide tsunami warning and forcing rapid evacuations in coastal and urban areas. State broadcaster PTV published images showing chaotic scenes outside hospitals in Davao City as patients and staff rushed to evacuate,…
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Philippines Earthquake Triggers Tsunami Warning: Live Updates on 7.4 Quake in Mindanao
Overview: A 7.4 Magnitude Quake in Mindanao A powerful earthquake measuring 7.4 struck the Mindanao region of the Philippines, triggering a tsunami warning that prompted evacuations along coastal zones. The Philippine Seismology Agency warned that the event could generate destructive wave activity with life-threatening heights, prompting immediate action for residents in exposed areas. What the…
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Magnitude 7.4 earthquake in Philippines triggers tsunami warning and coastal alerts
Overview: Strong quake off Mindanao prompts tsunami warnings A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck offshore, in waters near Manay town, Davao Oriental, Mindanao. The event has prompted authorities to issue tsunami warnings amid fears of dangerous waves that could reach coastal communities. Early estimates place the first tsunami waves arriving between 09:43:54 and 11:43:54 (local time),…