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Mangayon’s Fall: Exposing the Crisis in Wildlife Protection
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Continue reading →: Mangayon’s Fall: Exposing the Crisis in Wildlife ProtectionBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the remote hills of Compostela, Davao de Oro, a majestic Philippine Eagle named Mangayon met a tragic and untimely death. Shot and left to suffer, Mangayon succumbed to severe blood loss and a high probability of sepsis. This senseless killing is not just a…
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The Billion-Peso Question: Did Banks Collude with Alice Guo in Money Laundering?
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Continue reading →: The Billion-Peso Question: Did Banks Collude with Alice Guo in Money Laundering?By Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo The discovery of billions in suspicious funds within Alice Guo’s bank accounts from 2019 to 2022 has sparked controversy and led to allegations of local banks conspiring with Guo in illicit activities. Senator Sherwin Gatchalian raised these concerns, highlighting potential lapses by the banks involved…
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A Bold Move or a Missed Opportunity? Vice President Sara Duterte’s SONA Absence Sparks Debate
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Continue reading →: A Bold Move or a Missed Opportunity? Vice President Sara Duterte’s SONA Absence Sparks DebateBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the intricate dance of Philippine politics, few events carry the weight and symbolism of the State of the Nation Address (SONA). This year, an unexpected twist has added a layer of suspense and intrigue: Vice President Sara Duterte’s decision to skip the event. House…
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Political Showdown: Sara Duterte Snubs SONA in Bold Move
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Continue reading →: Political Showdown: Sara Duterte Snubs SONA in Bold MoveBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the tumultuous arena of Philippine politics, Vice President Sara Duterte’s announcement that she will not attend President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s State of the Nation Address (SONA) has sent shockwaves through the country. Her declaration of becoming the “designated survivor” echoes a tense political…
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Law vs. Power: The Suspenseful Arrest of Quiboloy’s Associate in Davao
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Continue reading →: Law vs. Power: The Suspenseful Arrest of Quiboloy’s Associate in DavaoBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo The recent arrest of Paulene Canada, a co-accused in the qualified human trafficking and child abuse cases against the embattled religious leader Pastor Apollo Quiboloy, marks a significant moment in a complex and suspenseful legal saga that has gripped the Philippines. This high-stakes drama unfolds…
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Pascual and the BOI: The Dynamic Duo Behind the PHP950 Billion Investment Milestone
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Continue reading →: Pascual and the BOI: The Dynamic Duo Behind the PHP950 Billion Investment MilestoneBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In a world grappling with economic turbulence, the Philippines shines as a beacon of resilience and promise. The Board of Investments (BOI) has approved nearly PHP1 trillion worth of projects in the first half of 2024, marking a staggering 36% increase from the same period…
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Ill-Gotten Gains: The Court’s Freeze on Alice Guo’s P28 Billion in Assets
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Continue reading →: Ill-Gotten Gains: The Court’s Freeze on Alice Guo’s P28 Billion in AssetsBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo The Court of Appeals (CA) has recently issued a freeze order on all bank accounts and assets of Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo, due to her alleged involvement with illegal Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGO). This ruling stems from a petition filed by the Anti-Money…
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Ancient Practice, Modern Proof: The Real Story of Intermittent Fasting
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Continue reading →: Ancient Practice, Modern Proof: The Real Story of Intermittent FastingBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In the dim glow of the early dawn, I sip my black coffee, savoring the solitude that only a fast can bring. For the past three years, my life has been governed by the disciplined rhythm of intermittent fasting, a practice now vindicated by researchers…
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Breaking the Silence: George Garcia’s Stand Against Bribery Accusations
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Continue reading →: Breaking the Silence: George Garcia’s Stand Against Bribery AccusationsBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In a whirlwind of political intrigue and shadowy allegations, Commission on Elections (Comelec) Chairperson George Garcia has found himself at the heart of a scandal that threatens to shake the very foundations of Philippine democracy. The accusations are severe: accepting bribes from a Korean firm…
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Continue reading →: Rising Tensions: Philippines-Japan Defense Deal Sparks China’s IreBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo Within the obscure realms of global diplomatic maneuvers, a new chapter unfolds as the Philippines and Japan sign the Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA). This landmark deal, quietly sealed on July 8, 2024, has ignited a fierce response from Beijing. Yet, as Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro…






