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Continue reading →: Biden Bows Out: Kamala’s Comedy Club Takes Center StageBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo Haha, sounds like the 2024 U.S. presidential election is getting more interesting! What’s the latest hilarious twist that’s making it a comedy goldmine? Let’s dive into the humor and have a good laugh together! President Joe Biden has decided to step down, possibly to take…
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Continue reading →: ASEAN’s Tightrope Walk: Navigating the South China Sea ConflictBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the opaque corridors of international diplomacy, silence can be as deafening as a shout. For eight years, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has maintained a muted stance on the landmark 2016 arbitral tribunal ruling that rejected China’s expansive claims in the South…
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Continue reading →: Hontiveros vs. Guo: The Ultimate Social Media SmackdownBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the bustling, Facebook-obsessed world of Manila politics, we have an epic showdown between Senator Risa Hontiveros and suspended Bamban Mayor Alice Guo. This isn’t just any political feud; it’s the classic “You Should’ve Been at the Hearing” vs. “I’m Too Exhausted to Show Up”…
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Continue reading →: Exonerated: Court of Tax Appeals Clears Maria Ressa and Rappler in Last Tax CaseBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In a recent decision, the Court of Tax Appeals (CTA) upheld the acquittal of Nobel laureate Maria Ressa and her online news company, Rappler Holdings Corp. (RHC), dismissing the last of their five tax evasion cases. The petition for certiorari filed by the Office of…
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Continue reading →: History’s Echoes: Analyzing a Perspective on Formosa and the SpratlysBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the swirling currents of geopolitical intrigue, few regions are as contested as the Spratly Islands and Formosa (modern-day Taiwan). An astute diplomat offers a provocative take on this issue, presenting a masterful narrative that intertwines war, politics, and superpower machinations. To unravel the truth,…
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Continue reading →: Temporary Truce: The Philippines and China’s New Maritime AgreementBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the volatile waters of the South China Sea, an intriguing development has emerged: the Philippines and China have reached a “provisional arrangement” concerning the rotation and resupply (RORE) missions to the BRP Sierra Madre in Ayungin Shoal. This agreement, while temporary, could have significant…
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Continue reading →: Bato’s Pogo Logic: Why Knowing a Gambler Doesn’t Make You OneBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the latest episode of “As the Philippines Turns,” we have Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa stepping up to defend his former boss, ex-President Rodrigo Duterte, from allegations linking him to the shadowy world of illegal Philippine offshore gaming operators (Pogos). According to Dela Rosa,…
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Continue reading →: Forbes Says Risky, Manila Says Risk-tastic!By Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo Alright, folks, buckle up, because it’s time to dive into the latest installment of “You Can’t Make This Stuff Up: Manila Edition.” Today, we’re looking at a delightful piece of news that’s funnier than a politician promising “no new taxes.” Manila has just declared that…
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Continue reading →: Defending Dreams: Congressman Tieng’s Fight Against Financial ScamsBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo The digital age, while a boon for convenience and connectivity, has also brought with it an obscure world of financial scams that span the globe. From phishing to smishing, no corner of the world is safe from these sophisticated cybercriminals. Yet, amidst this rising tide…
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Continue reading →: The Calculated Distance: Sara Duterte’s Political Gamble for 2028By Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the labyrinthine world of Philippine politics, every move carries the weight of unspoken histories and untold ambitions. The recent decision by Vice President Sara Duterte to eschew a Cabinet post under President Marcos’s administration is no exception. As the nation holds its breath, the…
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