Showcases Cultural Pride at the 7th Lantawanan Festival The Lantawanan Festival returns with its annual King and Queen coronation, a celebration centered on Iligan’s cultural identity and youth representation. This year’s event highlights tradition, artistry, and the spirit of community as candidates step forward to represent their barangays. Festival Highlights for Initao’s Cultural Event The…
Mindanao Events Experience Reimagined with Premium Mobile Bar Services Wasted & Sober Mobile Bar offers a wide selection of event-ready services, from cocktail bars to lemonade stations and cotton candy carts, providing clients across Iligan and Mindanao with complete beverage and dessert solutions. Signature Mobile Bar Packages The mobile bar lineup includes multiple tiers to…
Mindanao’s Role in the Growing EU-PH Digital Partnership The European Union and the Philippines have signed a bilateral agreement to advance the nation’s digital transition, with benefits expected to extend across Mindanao’s developing cities and rural communities. The Digital Economy Package supports technological progress through secure, smart, and clean digital solutions. Key Areas of Support…
Mindanao Showcases Underwater Excellence at MisOr Dive Festival Open Class The MisOr Dive Festival concluded its 2025 Underwater Shootout by presenting the winners of the Open Class, featuring standout photographs that captured the rich marine biodiversity of Misamis Oriental. Held from November 15–16 and preceded by an underwater photography workshop, the competition highlighted the growing…
Mindanao Celebrates Photography Excellence at the MisOr Dive Festival 2025 The MisOr Dive Festival wrapped up another successful year with the awarding of winners for the Underwater Shootout Compact Class, showcasing talent from divers and photographers who captured the vibrant marine life of Northern Mindanao. Held from November 15–16, following an underwater photography workshop on…
Mindanao and Philippine Mathematics Graduates Eligible for Full-Time Posts The University of the Philippines Diliman Institute of Mathematics has announced that it is now accepting applications for full-time teaching positions. The opportunity is open to applicants from Iligan, Mindanao, and the rest of the Philippines who meet the Institute’s qualifications. Qualifications for Full-Time Mathematics Teaching…
Mindanao and the Philippines Step Forward in the Global Digital Finance Arena The Philippines took center stage at the Singapore FinTech Festival 2025, presenting its expanding digital finance ecosystem through the Bagong Pilipinas: The Philippines Country Pavilion. With strong representation from DICT, FinTech Alliance PH, and leading financial institutions, the delegation emphasized the country’s commitment…
Mindanao Joins National Effort to Raise Awareness on Christmas Scams As scams continue to rise across the Philippines, especially during peak shopping seasons and holidays, it’s more important than ever for Iliganons and Mindanao residents to know exactly where to seek help. Whether the scam happened online, through a call, a delivery, or a fake…
Mindanao Leads the Launch of the Philippine Wagyu Farmers Association A significant milestone in the country’s livestock sector emerged in General Santos City as farmers and agricultural entrepreneurs agreed to establish the first Philippine Wagyu Association during the inaugural Wagyu Beef Production Meeting. Participants traveled from provinces such as Ifugao, Mindoro Island, Pangasinan, and Rizal…
Mindanao Growth Spotlight: Iligan Secures Top 2 Fastest-Growing HUC Rank Iligan City posted a robust 8.8 percent GDP growth rate for 2024, placing second among the country’s top 10 fastest-growing highly urbanized cities, according to official data from the Provincial Product Accounts. The ranking underscores Iligan’s strengthened economic activity, investor confidence, and expanding local opportunities….
JOIN INITAO’S 2025 BROCHURE MAKING CONTEST FOR LANTAWANAN FESTIVAL Initao, Misamis Oriental has officially opened its Brochure Making Contest as part of the 7th Lantawanan Festival, inviting layout artists and creatives from Iligan and surrounding areas to craft visually compelling tourism brochures that promote the town’s identity, natural beauty, and cultural charm. With the theme…
ILIGAN AND MINDANAO FARMERS BENEFIT FROM PHP 1.99 BILLION IN NEW COCONUT DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS Mindanao continues to serve as a vital pillar of the national coconut supply, producing nearly 46 percent of the Philippines total volume. With three of the highest producing regions located on the island, including Northern Mindanao where Iligan belongs, the sector…