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Continue reading →: From Promise to Reality: Marcos Jr. Delivers Game-Changing Support for Public School EducatorsBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In the intricate halls of Philippine politics, where promises often collide with obstacles and progress is elusive, a pillar of inspiration emerged on Monday as President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. wielded his pen to sign a groundbreaking law aimed at uplifting the unsung heroes of…
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Continue reading →: Remulla and Hontiveros closes in on QuiboloyBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In the murky depths of deceit and depravity, the sinister specter of Pastor Apollo Quiboloy casts a long shadow over the innocent. Accused of heinous crimes against the vulnerable, Quiboloy’s alleged reign of terror teeters on the precipice of exposure and retribution. Enter Justice Secretary…
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Continue reading →: FBI tracks Quiboloy: Web of deceit exposedBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo As the sun sets over the glorious peak of the Tamayong Prayer Mountain, Davao City, a darkness descends upon the halls of faith and power. The news of Central District of California Judge Terry Hatter Jr.’s order to unseal the arrest warrants against Pastor Apollo…
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Justice Prevails: The Unfolding Drama of AMA Rural Bank and the BSP
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Continue reading →: Justice Prevails: The Unfolding Drama of AMA Rural Bank and the BSPBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo Sometimes, justice has a way of slicing through the fog of bureaucratic indifference, revealing the stark outlines of arrogance and bad faith. The recent decision by the Court of Appeals (CA) Twelfth Division against top officials of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and the…
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Continue reading →: From Waves to Wonders: The $397-Billion Gamble on Reclaiming Philippine ShoresBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo The Philippines is embarking on an ambitious journey that promises to reshape its landscape and future. Multi-billion-dollar reclamation projects are underway, carving out new land from the sea, particularly around the bustling Manila Bay. These undertakings aim to decongest cities, create new economic opportunities, and…
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Continue reading →: Emergency Powers and Ethical Boundaries: The Dark Underbelly of Duterte’s Pandemic ResponseBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In the throes of a global pandemic, when fear and uncertainty gripped the nation, extraordinary powers were granted to extraordinary leaders. In the Philippines, former President Rodrigo Duterte was one such leader, vested with emergency powers under Republic Act No. 11469, the “Bayanihan to Heal…
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Building the Future: Why the Philippines Must Overcome Its Infrastructure Delays
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Continue reading →: Building the Future: Why the Philippines Must Overcome Its Infrastructure DelaysBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In the unforgiving arena of economic development, where progress is measured in the concrete and steel of infrastructure, the Philippines stands at a crossroads. The recent call by GlobalSource Partners to urgently address the nation’s infrastructure challenges underscores a stark reality: the Philippines’ quest for…
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Continue reading →: Legal Clarity vs. Historical Myths: The South China Sea ShowdownBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In the perennial geopolitical drama of the South China Sea, recent developments have once again brought the simmering tensions to the fore. China’s latest reiteration of its “indisputable sovereignty” over the South China Sea islands starkly contrasts with the Philippines’ steadfast stance, grounded firmly in…
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Continue reading →: Provoking Peril: The China Coast Guard’s Dangerous Games in Philippine WatersBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo || The waters of the South China Sea have long been troubled, but the recent actions of the China Coast Guard (CCG) represent a new low in their brazen aggression. On May 19, Filipino soldiers stationed on the BRP Sierra Madre—a decaying warship serving as…
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Bridge Over Troubled Waters: Mayor Baste Duterte Extends Olive Branch to Marcoses
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Continue reading →: Bridge Over Troubled Waters: Mayor Baste Duterte Extends Olive Branch to MarcosesBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In the shadowy realm of Philippine politics, where alliances shift like sand dunes in a desert storm, a surprising twist has emerged. Davao Mayor Sebastian Duterte, scion of the formidable Duterte dynasty, is extending an olive branch to the Marcoses, signaling a desire for peace…






