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Continue reading →: Digital Heist: The DOJ’s Daring Takedown of Russian Crypto ThievesBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In a dramatic twist that reads like a cyber-thriller, the Philippine Department of Justice has apprehended two Russian nationals in connection with a massive cryptocurrency heist. The arrest and charging of Vladimir Evgenevich Avdeev and Sergey Yaschuck underscore the global reach of cybercrime and the…
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Continue reading →: The Philippines’ Education Crisis: Will Angara’s Bold Mandate Succeed?By Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In a move that has garnered widespread approval, Senator Juan Edgardo ‘Sonny’ Angara has been appointed as the next Secretary of Education, tasked with a daunting mission: to make the Philippines’ education sector globally competitive. With credentials bolstered by his leadership in the Second Congressional…
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Continue reading →: Political Power Play: Duterte vs. DSWD in a Battle for Aid ControlBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo It’s a classic confrontation that stirs the murky waters of Philippine politics. Rep. Paolo “Polong” Duterte, the son of former President Rodrigo Duterte, has raised an alarm over the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) allegedly halting funds for the Assistance to Individuals in…
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Continue reading →: The P10M Bounty Controversy: Analyzing Legal and Ethical ImplicationsBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo Setting the Stage The controversy surrounding the P10 million reward for information leading to the arrest of televangelist Apollo Quiboloy has sparked significant debate. Quiboloy, along with several associates, faces serious charges of child and sexual abuse and human trafficking. The reward, announced by Interior…
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Continue reading →: Breaking the Chains of Import Dependence: Romualdez’s Path to Rice SovereigntyBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the mishmash of Philippine agriculture, a bold initiative emerged from the chambers of the House of Representatives, championed by Speaker Martin Romualdez. The vision? Rice self-sufficiency by 2028. This ambitious goal, set against the backdrop of an economy heavily reliant on rice imports, has…
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Continue reading →: Betrayed by the Badge: The Chilling Murders of Geneva Lopez and Yitshak CohenBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In a chilling revelation that has sent shockwaves through the Philippines, two former policemen stand accused of orchestrating the brutal murder of beauty queen Geneva Lopez and her Israeli fiancé, Yitshak Cohen. This heinous act, driven by a sordid land dispute, not only underscores the…
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Continue reading →: Coal-Dependent Philippines Faces Rocky Road to Renewable FutureBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the swirling vortex of climate crisis and energy transition, the Philippines finds itself at a crucial crossroads. The country, heavily reliant on coal, faces an intense dilemma: how to shift towards renewable energy without destabilizing its economy. Recently, Arsenio M. Balisacan, Secretary of the…
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Continue reading →: Senate Showdown: Binay vs. Cayetano – A Battle of Dynasties and DecorumBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo The Senate is no stranger to drama, but the recent clash between Senators Nancy Binay and Alan Peter Cayetano over the controversial new Senate building is one for the books. With accusations flying and ethics complaints filed, the stage is set for a high-stakes showdown…
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Continue reading →: Bounty for Truth: The P10 Million Quest to Capture Apollo QuiboloyBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In a gripping turn of events that underscores the ever-present tension between justice and evasion, the Philippine government has issued a clarion call to its citizens: help us bring Apollo Quiboloy to justice, and we’ll reward you handsomely. Interior Secretary Benjamin Abalos Jr.’s recent announcement…
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Continue reading →: Epira Under Fire: Can Romualdez Deliver Affordable Power?By Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo It’s a sweltering summer day in Manila, where the city’s power dynamics are once again under the microscope. Speaker Martin Romualdez has embarked on an ambitious mission to overhaul the Electric Power Industry Regulation Act (Epira), a law that was once the beacon of hope…
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