Macli-ing Dulag, a leader of the Butbut tribe, opposed the Chico River Dam Project, fearing threats to Kalinga culture and livelihood. Assassinated in 1980, Dulag's legacy endures. Kalinga elected new officials in 2025, while notable figures like Whang-od Oggay gained recognition, including being featured on Vogue Philippines cover at age 108.
2025 Zamboanga del Norte congressmen, governor, vice governor, board members elected
The Zamboanga Peninsula in the Philippines comprises Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur, and Zamboanga Sibugay, totaling 2,314 barangays. In the May 2025 elections, officials were elected across various positions. Dipolog and Dapitan are notable cities, with recent local representatives achieving recognition in beauty pageants.
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2025 Marikina congressmen, mayor, vice mayor, councilors elected
Marikina, Metro Manila, known for its shoe industry, held elections on May 12, 2025. Maan Teodoro was elected mayor, while Marcy Teodoro and Miro Quimbo won congressional seats. The city has 16 barangays. Notably, Marikina was represented in beauty pageants by Alexandra Dayrit and Raine Africa in 2019 and 2024, respectively.
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2025 Iligan congressman, mayor, vice mayor, councilors elected
Iligan is geographically located in Lanao del Norte, Philippines but is independent from the province. With a total land area of 813.37 square kilometers, the city is one of the largest cities in the country in terms of land area. On June 16, 1950, Iligan became a chartered city of Lanao del Norte. The city … Continue reading 2025 Iligan congressman, mayor, vice mayor, councilors elected
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2025 Puerto Princesa mayor, vice mayor, councilors elected
Puerto Princesa, an independent city in the Mimaropa region, was established in 1872 and became a highly urbanized city in 2007. Edward Hagedorn served as mayor until his death in 2023. In the May 2025 elections, Lucilo Rodriguez Bayron won mayoral election. Jemimah Joy Zabala represented the city at Miss Philippines Earth 2023.
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10 things about New Hartford, Iowa native Chuck Grassley
Chuck Grassley, born in Iowa in 1933, is a prominent American politician affiliated with the Republican Party. He has served in various governmental roles, including Iowa House Representative, U.S. House Member, and U.S. Senator since 1980. Grassley has had a significant political career, marked by numerous re-elections and leadership positions.
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13 things about 117th South Carolina governor Henry McMaster
Henry Dargan McMaster is a South Carolina politician, veteran, and Republican. Born in Columbia, he served in the U.S. Army, practiced law, and held various political positions, including U.S. attorney, attorney general, and governor. Elected in 2018, he was reelected in 2022, becoming the longest-serving governor in state history.
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13 things about Great Bend, Kansas native Jerry Moran
Gerald Wesley "Jerry" Moran, born in Kansas, is a Republican politician and lawyer. He served in various roles, including member of the Kansas Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives. With a background in economics, he has also chaired the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee. He resides with his wife and two daughters.
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10 things about Chicago, Illinois native Kevin Quinn
Kevin Gerard Quinn is an American actor, singer, and songwriter from Illinois. He rose to fame as a contestant on "American Idol" Season 12 and starred in various TV series including "Bunk'd" and "Champions." Recently, he disclosed his borderline personality disorder diagnosis and continues to release music, with his album "Real Me" set for January 2024.
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10 things about Winston-Salem, North Carolina’s Ted Budd
Ted Budd, born in Winston-Salem, NC, is a Republican politician and former U.S. House member (2017-2023). He was elected as North Carolina's junior U.S. senator in 2022. A graduate of multiple universities, including Dallas Theological Seminary, Budd is a gun store owner and a homeschooling parent of three.
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