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Continue reading →: DOJ Opinion Triggers Louder Protests vs. LWUA Takeover in Cagayan de OroBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo Background of the Controversy The Local Water Utilities Administration (LWUA) took control of the Cagayan de Oro Water District (COWD) in May 2024, following concerns about high levels of non-revenue water (NRW). The takeover sparked controversy and led to street protests, particularly after a Department…
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Continue reading →: Under Scrutiny: The Weak Evidence in Mayor Guo’s Human Trafficking CaseBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo Why It Matters: A Look at the Controversy The legal storm surrounding Mayor Alice Guo of Bamban, Tarlac, is unfolding with intense scrutiny. The Department of Justice (DOJ) has initiated a preliminary investigation into human trafficking charges against her, a move that has stirred significant…
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Davao Police Shake-Up: A Bold Gamble in the Hunt for Quiboloy
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Continue reading →: Davao Police Shake-Up: A Bold Gamble in the Hunt for QuiboloyBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In an unprecedented move, the Philippine National Police (PNP) in the Davao Region has executed a sweeping shake-up, replacing Davao City’s police chief and all station commanders under him. This dramatic reshuffling, which saw over 30 police officials reassigned, raises eyebrows and stirs intrigue. While…
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The Pulse of the Planet: Sylvia Earle and the Verde Island Passage
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Continue reading →: The Pulse of the Planet: Sylvia Earle and the Verde Island PassageBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the azure depths of the Verde Island Passage (VIP), a quiet revolution is unfolding, spearheaded by none other than Sylvia Earle, the indomitable oceanographer affectionately known as “Her Deepness.” Earle’s recent dive into this ecological jewel, often hailed as the “center of the world’s…
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Continue reading →: Crisis in Confidence: Biden’s Struggle on Polymarket and Trump’s Resurgent OddsBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the chaotic landscape of American politics, prediction markets like Polymarket have emerged as a barometer for public sentiment and expectations. Polymarket, a crypto-based prediction platform, has gained notoriety for its engagement with political events, especially U.S. elections. By allowing individuals to place bets on…
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Pact for Peace or Prelude to Conflict? The Philippines-Japan Military Accord
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Continue reading →: Pact for Peace or Prelude to Conflict? The Philippines-Japan Military AccordBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the simmering cauldron of the South China Sea, the Philippines and Japan are on the cusp of a pivotal shift. A Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA) between the two nations, expected to be signed during the upcoming 2+2 meeting in Manila, promises to bring their…
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Rome Statute in Focus: ICC Faces Duterte’s Latest Threats
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Continue reading →: Rome Statute in Focus: ICC Faces Duterte’s Latest ThreatsBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo A Brewing Storm Former President Rodrigo Duterte’s war on drugs has been a contentious issue both domestically and internationally. Since its inception, this campaign has been marked by widespread allegations of extrajudicial killings and human rights abuses. The International Criminal Court (ICC) has taken an…
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Continue reading →: Double Identity: The Legal Implications of Mayor Guo’s Alleged DeceptionBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo Untangling the Roots of the Dispute The political landscape of Bamban, Tarlac, has been rocked by revelations that Mayor Alice Guo may, in fact, be a Chinese national named Guo Hua Ping. These allegations, substantiated by fingerprint analysis conducted by the National Bureau of Investigation…
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Continue reading →: Strategic Gamble: The Philippines’ High-Stakes Decision to Decline US SupportBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the labyrinthine waters of the South China Sea, where strategic interests and national pride collide, the Philippines has made a daring decision. Despite escalating tensions with China, Manila has turned down offers of assistance from its treaty ally, the United States. This move, announced…
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Fraud Exposed: The Rise and Fall of Ponzi Schemes in Pagadian City
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Continue reading →: Fraud Exposed: The Rise and Fall of Ponzi Schemes in Pagadian CityBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the shadowy alleys of investment fraud, the Philippines has once again been ensnared by the sinister allure of Ponzi schemes. Recently, the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) collaborated to apprehend two individuals allegedly orchestrating a fraudulent investment…






