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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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The Drug War Never Ended: Violence Continues Under Marcos Jr.

“Bloodless” is not an accurate word to describe the state of the Marcos administration’s anti-drug operations. In an article published by VERA Files, Joel F. Ariate...
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Is Depression, Poverty, or Mental Health to Blame for Road Rage?

Road rage, an all-too-familiar phenomenon on congested streets and highways, is more than just aggressive driving. It's a complex issue deeply intertwined with mental...
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A Father’s Scolding Took More Than Words—It Took His Son’s Life for Not Earning Honors

The "End-of-School Year (EOSY)" Rites have just concluded, and many pupils and students received awards during ceremonies—a gift not only to their parents or...
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Are Our Teacher Education Programs Ready for the Classroom? A Critical Look at Implementation and Quality Gaps

There is a problem in the way teachers are being taught. This is the central finding of a discussion paper published by the Philippine Institute...
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DepEd Probes Antique Principal Over Graduation Dress Code Issue

The End of School Year (EOSY) Rites are a significant milestone for students, as they mark the conclusion of the entire school year. It...
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Magkano ba Talaga? Bakit Lumobo ang Halaga New Senate Building Mula ₱4.5B Hanggang ₱31.7B

₱4.58 bilyon. Ito ang unang presyo ng New Senate Building (NSB) na inanunsyo noong 2018, ngunit ngayon ay lumobo na ito sa ₱31.67 bilyon. Ang tanong...
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Tragic Accident at NAIA Terminal 1 Highlights Flaws in Public Infrastructure

According to initial report and witness accounts, a vehicle lost control and rammed into the pedestrian area where passengers and their families commonly gather....
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PH Eyes Foreign Universities with Tax Incentives

The Philippine government is eyeing foreign schools to build campuses in the country in exchange for tax breaks and other incentives. The Board of Investments (BOI), an attached agency under...
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NBI Director Jaime Santiago, Nababahala sa Namataang Chinese Spy malapit sa COMELEC; Babala ni Tolentino Muling Nabigyang Diin

Nagpahayag ng matinding pagkabahala si NBI Director Jaime Santiago matapos mamataan ng mga awtoridad ang isang Chinese national na gumagamit ng IMSI catcher malapit...
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Controversial Moto Vlogger Skips LTO Hearing, May Face Possible Charges

Motorcycle vlogger Yanna Aguinaldo, better known as Yanna Motovlog, failed to attend a scheduled hearing before the Land Transportation Office (LTO) Tuesday, May 6, in...
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Viral Video: Man Who Stole Bread and Small Amount of Money Headlocked – Victim Still Alive, A Wake-Up Call for Society

A video circulating online has drawn significant attention, showing a disturbing encounter between two men. The video reportedly depicts an individual, allegedly caught stealing...
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Tatay na PWD na pumanhik sa entablado para tanggapin awards ng mga anak, kinaantigan

Nabagbag ang damdamin ng mga netizen sa isang viral video kung saan mapapanood ang isang tatay na may kapansanan habang pilit na umaakyat sa...
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VP Sara endorses Sen. Imee; emphasizes ‘ITIM’ is the current color of the country

Vice President Sara Duterte has officially endorsed re-electionist Senator Imee Marcos for the 2025 National and Local Elections. In Senator Imee’s latest Facebook post on...
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When Friendship Is Fatal: The End of War and the Cost of Alliance with America

“To be an enemy of the United States is dangerous, but to be a friend is fatal.” These are the words of American economist and...
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Trahedya sa Vancouver: Lapu-Lapu Day Block Party Ginulantang ng Insidente Kaugnay ng Mental Health Crisis

Noong Abril 26, 2025, isang trahedya ang yumanig sa Filipino community sa Vancouver, Canada, matapos salpukin ng isang SUV ang mga dumalo sa Lapu-Lapu...
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Choosing Pope Francis’s Successor: Could Cardinal Tagle Be the Next Pontiff?

Sede Vacante, or "the seat is vacant," marks the period between the death of a pope and the election of his successor.Pope Francis, born...
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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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