Today, we thank the unions
As you’re reading this, you’re coming back from a two-day respite from work we call, the “weekend”. Taking 48 hours to rest and recuperate allows us to destress from the… Continue reading "Today, we thank the unions"
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The Pamplona Massacre: The climax of a long-running covert war in Negros Oriental
Negros Oriental province is not one to feature on nationwide news often, but an event that unfolded last March 4 would firmly place the humble province in the Filipino’s psyche… Continue reading "The Pamplona Massacre: The climax of a long-running covert war in Negros Oriental"
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The pipeline from the Philippine Military to being a professional mercenary
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) spends a considerable amount of its budget training and educating its personnel – and for good reason. After all, having a well-trained and… Continue reading "The pipeline from the Philippine Military to being a professional mercenary"
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Will Election 2023 turn into a referendum on co-governance?
Very few political polls command the same fanfare and intrigue as 1News’ Kantar Public Poll, the only exception being the Newshub-Reid Research Poll. Thus, when the latest 1News poll came… Continue reading "Will Election 2023 turn into a referendum on co-governance?"
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Philippine Police show who their true masters are in Sibuyan Island mining fiasco
“We serve and protect”, reads the motto of the Philippine National Police (PNP) – a motto which most Filipinos are familiar with. However, the jury is still out on who… Continue reading "Philippine Police show who their true masters are in Sibuyan Island mining fiasco"
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Under Marcos, the crackdown on activists continues
Former President Rodrigo Duterte‘s administration may feel like a distant memory now, but the hurt felt by activists, unionists, and journalists is still felt today. During his time, Filipinos who… Continue reading "Under Marcos, the crackdown on activists continues"
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A lot can still happen before the election
With Parliament in holiday, MPs around the country would have welcomed the new year at the beach, at a barbie with friends and loved ones, or exploring the natural beauty… Continue reading "A lot can still happen before the election"
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Gaming the system with last-minute substitutions
It might feel like election season is underway in the Philippines: candidates have started doing the rounds, campaign ads now dominate television and social media, election posters are now ubiquitous… Continue reading "Gaming the system with last-minute substitutions"
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The Marcoses and their fake academic credentials
In 2018, Florida businesswoman Melissa Howard was looking at a bright career in public service. She was running in the United States Republican Party primary to contest the District 73… Continue reading "The Marcoses and their fake academic credentials"
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How Leni Robredo can win and ABS-CBN regain their franchise at the same time
After much speculation, Vice-President Leni Robredo finally confirmed she will contest the presidency in next year’s election. As the de facto face of the opposition during the last five years… Continue reading "How Leni Robredo can win and ABS-CBN regain their franchise at the same time"
