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Continue reading →: Mula Opisina Hanggang Bilangguan: Ang Pagbubunyag ng Pagpapabaya sa Tungkulin ni Mayor VillarosaBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo Sa isang makasaysayang desisyon na nagbibigay ng malinaw at nakakatakot na mensahe sa mga opisyal ng gobyerno sa buong Pilipinas, hinatulan ng Sandiganbayan na nagkasala ang dating Mayor ng Mamburao, Occidental Mindoro na si Voltaire Anthony Villarosa sa matinding pagpapabaya sa tungkulin. Ang kanyang panunungkulan…
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Continue reading →: A Heist in the Hall of Education: The Grievous Misdeeds of Former DepEd Official Jesus NievesBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In a striking verdict that resonates with justice, the Sandiganbayan has delivered a damning blow to corruption in the Philippines. Former Department of Education (DepEd) Regional Director Jesus Nieves has been sentenced to up to 27 years in prison for embezzling P6.16 million meant for…
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Continue reading →: The Battle Over PCSO’s Deal: Robles Plans Legal Counterattack Against CriticsBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the simmering debate over the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office’s (PCSO) dealings with Pacific Online Systems Corporation (POSC), a tempest is brewing. At the heart of the controversy lies a dispute over a memorandum of agreement (MOA) that has drawn the ire of the Filipinos…
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Continue reading →: Harnessing the Sun: The Transformative Power of Isabela’s PHP18B 440-Megawatt Solar FarmBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In a world teetering on the brink of climate catastrophe, one bold project stands as a shining exemplar. The news that President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. recently unveiled—a colossal 440-megawatt solar farm in Ilagan City, Isabela—heralds a transformative moment for the Philippines. The P18-billion venture,…
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Continue reading →: Romualdez’s Call for Compliance: Balancing Pogo’s Economic Promise with Legal IntegrityBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the ongoing debate over the presence of Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (Pogos) in the Philippines, House Speaker Martin Romualdez has struck a measured tone that merits attention and commendation. Speaking at the 126th Independence Day celebration at Barasoain Church, Romualdez articulated a stance that…
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Continue reading →: Isang Pagnanakaw sa mga Bulwagan ng Edukasyon: Ang Malulupit na Krimen ng Dating Opisyal ng DepEd na si Jesus NievesBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo Sa isang kapansin-pansing hatol na sumasalamin sa katarungan, ang Sandiganbayan ay nagbigay ng malupit na dagok sa korapsyon sa Pilipinas. Ang dating regional director ng Department of Education (DepEd) na si Jesus Nieves ay hinatulan ng hanggang 27 taon ng pagkakakulong para sa paglustay ng…
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Continue reading →: Rising to the Call: UMAP’s $61,000 Triumph at the Upsilon’s Bente Singko ReunionBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo ’79 || In the heart of the Upsilon Sigma Phi fraternity’s long and storied tradition of service and excellence, the Upsilon Medical Assistance Program (UMAP) has emerged as a guiding light of hope and solidarity. As we reflect on the recent events and achievements surrounding…
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Continue reading →: Remulla vs. Teves: The Rule of Law vs. TheatricsBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo The latest chapter in the unfolding saga of Arnolfo “Arnie” Teves Jr. reveals a tale of desperation and deflection, cloaked in accusations and cries for international intervention. Teves, a former Negros Oriental Representative, faces grave charges of multiple murders, yet he attempts to divert the…
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Continue reading →: The Great Power Struggle: China’s Blue Dragon vs. America’s Indo-Pacific StrategyBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the tumultuous arena of global power, a high-stakes chess match unfolds in the Indo-Pacific. On one side stands China, advancing its formidable “Blue Dragon” strategy, a geopolitical gambit aimed at asserting dominance over crucial maritime routes and expanding its sphere of influence. On the…
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Continue reading →: Sweetened Doom: Why We Must Increase Taxes on Sugary BeveragesBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In the silent kitchens of the Philippines, as mothers pour sugary drinks into their children’s glasses, a quiet health crisis brews. The Philippine government, with noble intentions, implemented a sugar-sweetened beverage (SSB) tax in 2018, aimed at curbing the nation’s growing obesity epidemic. Yet, six…
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