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A Tribute to Atty. Leovillo Dela Cruz Agustin: Champion of Justice and Public Service
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Continue reading →: A Tribute to Atty. Leovillo Dela Cruz Agustin: Champion of Justice and Public ServiceBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo ’79 In the annals of Philippine law and public service, there are luminaries whose names resonate far beyond their immediate communities, casting a profound influence on society. Atty. Leovillo Dela Cruz Agustin stands tall among them, a beacon of integrity, compassion, and unwavering commitment to…
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NBI Arrests Manila Bulletin Personnel, Two Others for Alleged Hacking: Unpacking the Legal and Ethical Implications
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Continue reading →: NBI Arrests Manila Bulletin Personnel, Two Others for Alleged Hacking: Unpacking the Legal and Ethical ImplicationsBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo The recent arrest of a Manila Bulletin data officer, a cybersecurity researcher, and a graduating student for alleged hacking activities highlights a growing global issue with severe local implications. The National Bureau of Investigation-Cybercrime Division (NBI-CCD) has presented a strong case, but it also raises…
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Breaking Ground, Building Futures: How Pangasinan’s 4PH Program is Changing Lives
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Continue reading →: Breaking Ground, Building Futures: How Pangasinan’s 4PH Program is Changing LivesBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the heart of Pangasinan, a transformative initiative has been launched, promising to change the lives of thousands. The provincial government, under the auspices of the Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino Program (4PH), has embarked on an ambitious mission to construct 50,000 housing units over…
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Turning the Tide: Romulo’s Blueprint for Philippine Education Reform
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Continue reading →: Turning the Tide: Romulo’s Blueprint for Philippine Education ReformBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the latest twist in the saga of the Philippine educational system, House Basic Education Committee Chairperson and Pasig lawmaker Roman Romulo has sounded the alarm on the country’s abysmal performance in the 2022 Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA). According to Romulo, the path…
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From City Hall to Courtroom: The High-Stakes Trial of Mayor Guo for Human Trafficking
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Continue reading →: From City Hall to Courtroom: The High-Stakes Trial of Mayor Guo for Human TraffickingBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In a dramatic turn of events, the Philippine National Police’s Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (PNP-CIDG) and the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) have leveled nonbailable qualified human trafficking charges against Bamban Mayor Alice Guo. This development follows the discovery of her alleged involvement in…
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Continue reading →: Federalism in the Philippines: A High-Stakes Gamble with the Nation’s FutureBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the shadow of the Philippines’ fraught political landscape, a formidable group of former Duterte administration officials, alongside influential figures from various sectors, has reignited the push for federalism. Their call to amend the 1987 Constitution via a constitutional convention (con-con) is not merely a…
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Quiboloy’s Fugitive Status: Legal Facts vs. Lawyer’s Fiction
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Continue reading →: Quiboloy’s Fugitive Status: Legal Facts vs. Lawyer’s FictionBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the ongoing saga involving Pastor Apollo Quiboloy, the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) legal team has argued that Quiboloy is not a “fugitive of justice,” insisting that he has the right to refuse to accept the arrest warrant issued against him. However, this assertion…
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Continue reading →: Political Sparks Fly in Davao: The Baste Duterte-Go ShowdownBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the heart of Davao City, a public feud between Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte and Senator Christopher “Bong” Go has stirred the political pot. This clash, marked by sharp criticisms and social media outbursts, has broader implications for the city’s leadership and the national political…
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Unmasking Terror: How Henry Teves’s Arrest Marks a Turning Point in Negros Oriental
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Continue reading →: Unmasking Terror: How Henry Teves’s Arrest Marks a Turning Point in Negros OrientalBy Louis ‘Barok’ C Biraogo In a stunning turn of events, the arrest of Pryde Henry Teves in Dumaguete City has sent shockwaves through Negros Oriental and the entire Philippines. This is not merely an act of law enforcement; it is a powerful affirmation of justice and the rule…
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Education Emergency: The Philippines’ Struggle to Nurture Creative Thinkers
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Continue reading →: Education Emergency: The Philippines’ Struggle to Nurture Creative ThinkersBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo The Philippines finds itself in a disheartening position, ranking among the lowest in the world for creative thinking skills in the latest Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) benchmarking test. This alarming result places Filipino students in the bottom four out of 64 countries, underscoring…






