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Continue reading →: The Steady Hand of a Visionary: Michael Ted R. Macapagal’s Journey to Public Servant of the YearBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo IN A world increasingly aware of its environmental boundaries, few individuals embody the principles of sustainable development as rigorously as Michael Ted R. Macapagal. As the Philippine National Railways (PNR) Chairman, Macapagal’s leadership has not only redefined the country’s transportation landscape but has also set…
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Continue reading →: Bridging Nations: Dr. Dindo Sanchez’s Legacy of Academic DiplomacyBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo IN THE relentless churn of international relations, where politics often overshadows the profound connections forged in the quiet halls of academia, the story of Dr. Fernando “Dindo” C. Sanchez shines brightly. A man who has seamlessly bridged the gap between Japan and the Philippines, not…
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Continue reading →: Dumlao’s Acquittal Overturned: A Landmark Decision in the Fight Against Police CorruptionBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo THE recent decision by the Court of Appeals (CA) to reverse the acquittal of former P/Supt. Rafael P. Dumlao III, the alleged mastermind in the high-profile abduction and murder of South Korean businessman Jee Ick Joo, represents a significant moment in the Philippines’ ongoing battle…
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Continue reading →: On the Frontlines: Gordon and Herbosa Battle Leptospirosis with Red Cross and DOHBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo IN THE Philippines, a familiar enemy has reared its head once more—a scourge that rises with the floods, threatening lives and overwhelming our hospitals: leptospirosis. As the rain-soaked aftermath of Typhoon Carina lingers, a surge of this bacterial disease has brought the National Kidney and…
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Continue reading →: Cunanan’s Last Stand: Legal Options, Consequences, and the Implications of His Conviction for Graft and MalversationBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo THE saga of Dennis Cunanan and his entanglement in the Philippine pork barrel scandal is a tale of high-stakes corruption, legal maneuvering, and the intricate web of responsibility that surrounds the misuse of public funds. As a former deputy director general of the Technology Resource…
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Continue reading →: From Silence to Revelation: Generals Prepare to Break the Code of the Drug WarBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo IN A nation where shadows often obscure the truth, whispers of revelation have begun to surface. The news that retired and active generals have sent feelers to testify about extrajudicial killings (EJKs) in the Duterte administration’s war on drugs sends shockwaves through the Philippine political…
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Continue reading →: Cash, Cocaine, and Champagne: The New Standards for Leadership?By Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo Alright, baroks, gather ’round inside our kweba for the latest episode of the Philippines’ most absurd political soap opera, where the scriptwriters have clearly been raiding the backstage minibar. In this week’s episode, Vice President Sara Duterte has come out with a public service announcement that all leaders…
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Continue reading →: Rewriting the Rules: Duterte’s POGO Order and the Separation of Powers DebateBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo THE controversy surrounding former President Rodrigo Duterte’s Executive Order No. 13 (EO 13) and its role in enabling the proliferation of Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) is a legal quagmire that invites a thorough examination. The recent assertions by Batangas Rep. Gerville Luistro that Duterte’s…
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Continue reading →: Sara Duterte’s Slide: The Perils of Political MisstepsBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo IT WAS only a short while ago that Sara Duterte stood as a towering figure in Philippine politics, riding on the coattails of her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, who enjoyed consistently high approval ratings during and even after his tumultuous presidency. But as recent…
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Continue reading →: Rappler’s Reprieve: A Landmark CA Ruling That Challenges SEC’s Heavy-Handed ApproachBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo THE recent decision by the Court of Appeals (CA) to overturn the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) shutdown order against Rappler represents a significant legal and political victory for the embattled media organization. This ruling not only reinstates Rappler’s corporate license but also casts a…
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