Returning the "Force" in Air Force
There used to be a running joke that the Philippine Air Force (PAF) was “all air” and “no force” – a jibe at the fact that the country’s air defense arsenal… Continue reading "Returning the "Force" in Air Force"
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Remembering the Ozone Disco Tragedy
On the night of the 18th of March 1996 hundreds of youthful party-goers saw their lives cut short by a tragedy. Of the estimated 350 patrons merrymaking at the Ozone Disco Nightclub… Continue reading "Remembering the Ozone Disco Tragedy"
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Where's the Jet ski?
One of the most memorable lines during last year’s Philippine Presidential Debates was when the eventual winner, Rodrigo Duterte, pledged to ride a jet ski to confront intruding Chinese vessels… Continue reading "Where's the Jet ski?"
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Why Yasay Got Rejected
Despite having a reputation as a mere “rubber stamp” of the President, the Commission on Appointments (CA) this week rejected the appointment of President Duterte’s closest confidante and designated man to… Continue reading "Why Yasay Got Rejected"
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The Hypocrisy of Manny Pacquiao
AÂ bill seeking to reinstate the death penalty passed one of its’ toughest hurdles this week as the House of Representatives approved it on third and final reading. The bill will… Continue reading "The Hypocrisy of Manny Pacquiao"
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No Love for the Volcanoes?
In an historic upset the Philippine national rugby team, dubbed “the Volcanoes”, toppled regional powerhouse Thailand to bag the 2017 Asia Rugby Sevens championship held in Doha Qatar the past… Continue reading "No Love for the Volcanoes?"
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Arrest Fredison Atienza
Anthony Mendoza was on his way home on his motorcycle, his older brother in tow, when he was nearly hit by an SUV driving recklessly. Yelling at its’ driver, Mendoza cautioned… Continue reading "Arrest Fredison Atienza"
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Remembering Francis Magalona: Nationalist Rapper
“My rhyme sticking to your head like epoxy, this is how it should be done, ‘coz this rhyme is identical to none.” – Francis M., “Super Proxy” (w/ The Eraserheads)… Continue reading "Remembering Francis Magalona: Nationalist Rapper"
