MindaNews

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MindaNews
FormatOnline
OwnerMindanao Institute of Journalism
Editor-in-chief
Bobby Timonera
FoundedMay 25, 2001 (2001-05-25)
LanguageEnglish
CityDavao City
CountryPhilippines
Websitewww.mindanews.com

MindaNews is an online newspaper based in Davao City, Philippines which focuses on Mindanao-related affairs. It is owned by the Mindanao Institute of Journalism (MinJourn).[1]

History

Based in Davao City, MindaNews is among the first news outlets to establish presence online. They began sending news stories and photographs to prospect readers via email on May 25, 2001.[2] In May 2002, the MindaNews website went online.[3][2] MindaNews gained traction when the Battle of the Buliok Complex occurred in February 2003.[3]

MindaNews is established by Mindanao-based journalists whose stated goal is to provide "unbiased perspective" in the island's affairs; with stories regarding the region influenced by Manila-based editors who have a view that Mindanao is a war-torn region.[2]

Editor-in-chiefs

Name Tenure Ref.
Carolyn Arguillas 2001–2010 [4]
H. Marcos Moderno 2010–2013
Carolyn Arguillas 2013–May 31, 2023
Bobby Timonera June 1, 2023–present

References

  1. "About MindaNews". MindaNews. Retrieved May 3, 2026.
  2. Robellido, Rommel (May 30, 2023). "MindaNews: Over 2 decades of commitment and passion for journalism in Mindanao". Rappler. Archived from the original on November 2, 2024. Retrieved May 3, 2026.
  3. "MindaNews". International Fact-Checking Network. Retrieved May 3, 2026.
  4. "MindaNews names Timonera as new editor, marks 2 decades of Mindanao journalism". Center for Media Freedom & Responsibility. May 31, 2023. Retrieved May 3, 2026.