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Is the ICC Arrest of Former President Duterte a Strategic Move to Eliminate a Political Rival?

On March 11, 2025, Philippine authorities and Interpol launched Operation Pursuit following the ICC’s arrest warrant for former President Rodrigo Duterte. A tense 12-hour...
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The Maniobra Series: Proyekto ang Pangako

In previous installments of the Maniobra Series, we dissected the intricate dance of political blocs, appointments, and the covert dealings that shape governance. Now, we turn to...
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Blood on the Ground: The Prevailing Strings of Election Violence in the Philippines

Election hotspots are commonplace in Philippine elections, with politically motivated killings occurring in the same regions during every electoral cycle.  These areas, which are often...
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The Unfinished Battle: Election Violence in the Philippines

Running for public office is a dangerous game in the Philippines. Election-related violence remains a persistent threat, from national positions down to the barangay level, where even kagawads (village councilors)...
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Finding Purpose and Healing: The Transformative Power of Volunteering at Animal Shelters

Volunteering at an animal shelter is more than just an opportunity to do good, it also promotes a person’s mental well-being. Animal shelters across...
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“Mamba Mentality” as the Blueprint for an Athlete’s Mental Success

Basketball fans (and yes, even the haters) will agree that “Black Mamba” is one of the NBA’s best nicknames and one that encapsulates the...
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Why Filipino Youth are Struggling with Mental Health

Like our national hero once said, “Ang kabataan ang pag-asa ng bayan.” But how can the youth be the future of our nation when they are...
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How to Keep Up with Politics Without Getting Overwhelmed

The Platform News PH believes that everything is political because it literally charts the course of a nation, especially in terms of the economy....
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A Growing Concern: Manila, Quezon, Among ASEAN Cities with Highest Crime Index

Metro Manila is among the ASEAN cities with the highest crime rates, according to Numbeo’s 2025 Crime Index. In a recent survey, the city...
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Love and Nature: Puerto Princesa’s LAWN Commits to Preserve Mangrove Forests

The thriving mangrove forests of Palawan not only enhance biodiversity but also serve as shields against storms and a natural protector for coastal communities and marine...
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The Urgent Mental Health Crisis in the Philippines

Mental health is steadily emerging as a public health challenge in a country that is still desperate for better conditions. An estimated 12.5 million...
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Was Duterte’s Arrest Linked to PH’s Bid for a Seat on the UNSC?

The political implications of former President Rodrigo Duterte’s arrest remain volatile at home. But on the international stage, it may be part of a...
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It has Begun! The Looming Impeachment of the VP and Its Possible Consequences

The political ground in the Philippines is shaking as the impeachment process against Vice President Sara Duterte has officially begun. On December 13, 2024, the...
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Mali’s Legacy: A Call for Compassion and Change in Animal Welfare

For more than 40 years, Filipinos were enamored with Mali, the only elephant in the Manila Zoo. She was given as a gift by Sri...
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Compassion Beyond the Lens: Unpacking the Cost of Poverty and Policy

The viral video showing a security guard confronting a girl uniform yup selling sampaguita has sparked widespread debate online. While discussions on social media...
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Pop Culture Moment For This Week: ‘How Very Demure, Very Mindful

If you recently just got out of your self-imposed digital detox this week, chances are you would feign a blank expression when you open...
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What Was in the Water? The Philippines’ Struggle for Sovereignty in the West Philippine Sea

The waters around the Philippines remained a source of contention in 2024, with a rising number of clashes between Philippine and Chinese forces. With seven major incidents recorded, these...
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[EXCLUSIVE] Going Global: How Michael Sordilla, the Man Behind Hiyas ng Pilipinas, Innocentrix, Orchestrated a P2-Billion Book Publishing Scam in the US

According to the FBI, the alleged scam has been active since 2017 and involved "knowingly and intentionally conspiring to commit mail fraud and wire fraud," with...
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Love, Mental Health, and the Importance of Knowing Your Partner Before Marriage: A Tragic Tale

It could have been her happily ever after. Filipina Migrant Marvil Facturan-Kocjani was allegedly murdered by her Slovenian husband, Mitja Kocjani, while on vacation, just...
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Pinoy Pride in International Competition: why Representing the Country Motivates Future Athletes

𝐏𝐢𝐧𝐨𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐞 It’s a longstanding expression that shouts to the world our sense of nationalism especially when we set foot on a global podium. It...
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