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Shariff Kabunsuan Fest 2024 kicks off; pays homage to Islamic faith, identity

FILE PHOTO: This “Guinakit” fluvial parade happens every December 19 in Cotabato City as part of the celebration of the annual Shariff Kabunsuan (SK) Festival. (Hamdan Badrudin/BIO)   COTABATO CITY—The Shariff Kabunsuan (SK) Festival this year officially kicked off here Monday, Dec. 2, reflecting the origin of Islam religion and identity in the Bangsamoro autonomous…

BARMM, int’l partners strategize for economic growth, peace stability

Various stakeholders mainly from donor countries and their institutions, United Nations agencies, and International Non-Government Organizations that support the BARMM convene on Nov. 26,, 2024, during the 4th Bangsamoro International Development Partners Forum. (Marhom Ibrahim/BIO)   DAVAO CITY—The 4th Bangsamoro International Development Partners’ Forum concluded here on Nov. 26, emphasizing economic growth and ensuring peace…

Men’s role crucial in ending violence vs women, girls—BWC

The Bangsamoro Women Commission (BWC) kicks off the 18-day Campaign to End Violence Against Women (VAW) at the Shariff Kabunsuan Cultural Complex (SKCC), Bangsamoro Government Center in Cotabato City on Nov. 25, 2024. (Michael Camsa/BIO)   COTABATO CITY—Bangsamoro Women Commission (BWC) Chairperson Bainon Karon emphasized on Nov. 25 the critical role of the male sector…

BARMM lauds President Marcos Jr’s solidarity with Palestinian People

Photo courtesy of Shutterstock   COTABATO CITY—The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) expressed its appreciation for President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s statement posted Wednesday, Nov. 27, commemorating the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. BARMM Spokesperson Mohd Asnin Pendatun hailed the President’s message as a reflection of the Philippines’ steadfast support…