Contractors who gave millions to President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.'s campaign later won billion-peso projects. Clearly, all fingers point to Comelec, yet amidst all the glaring proof, they are still staying silent. Read more »
In his Jessica Soho interview, Cong. Toby Tiangco exposes the anomalies in the Congress–from insertions and ghost projects to a culture of silence that keeps corruption alive. Read more »
Chiz Escudero’s fall was not sudden, but it was inevitable. For months, whispers circulated in the corridors of the Senate: the cerebral Escudero, more technocrat than tactician, had begun to lose favor with the powers that be. Read more »
With the passing of Mike de Leon (1947–2025), Philippine cinema lost one of its boldest and most uncompromising voices. Known for his fearless storytelling, technical mastery, and unflinching critique of power and society, de Leon was more than a filmmaker—he was a cultural conscience. His films blurred the line between art and protest, blending haunting imagery with social urgency. Read more »
The recent departure of several top Department of Health (DOH) officials has stirred quiet unease in the health sector, not because leadership changes are uncommon, but because of the reason cited for their removal: “expired tenure.” Read more »
The 20th Congress opened with the predictable reelection of Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez as Speaker, garnering an uncontested 269 votes. Read more »
