The simmering conflict between Team Agila and Team Tigre has expanded to the impeachment arena. There is an impeachment race between them. In the past weeks, impeachment complaints were filed in the House of Representatives against President Bongbong Marcos (BBM) and Vice President Sara Duterte. Two impeachment complaints were lodged in
February 7, 2026
Finally, after nearly a year of delay, the trial of former Philippine strongman Rodrigo Duterte in The Hague is moving. This week, Pre-Trial Chamber I of the International Criminal Court (ICC) ruled that Duterte is fit to participate in the confirmation of charges hearing in his crimes against humanity case. The
January 31, 2026
The Nobel Prize is arguably the most prestigious award in the world. It is conferred on individuals, organizations, and institutions whose work contributed “for the greatest benefit to humankind.” Among the six Nobel Prizes (physics, chemistry, physiology or medicine, literature, peace, economics), the Nobel Peace Prize is perhaps the most esteemed.
January 24, 2026
The United States (US) has become a rogue superpower. This is the immediate outcome of the US invasion of Venezuela, abducting its president and first lady. In the aftermath of American action in Venezuela, the US also doubled down on its threat to Colombia, Cuba, Mexico, and Greenland, a Danish territory.
January 17, 2026
United States (US) invasion of Venezuela on the 3rd day of 2026 is the last nail in the coffin of the rules-based international order. Vladimir Putin accelerated its demise with the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Donald Trump sealed its fate with the latest US adventurism in Latin America.
January 10, 2026
2025 was a bad year for Bongbong Marcos (BBM). He escaped it barely politically alive by surviving attempts to overthrow him. 2026 promises to be even more challenging, messy, and eventful. The ghost flood control projects scam will continue to hound BBM and his administration in 2026 and beyond. His problem
January 3, 2026
The quixotic dream of Diehard Duterte Supporters (DDS), which is for their cult-god to come home, will not come true — at least for now. Rodrigo Duterte is spending his Christmas in The Hague. Last month, the Appeals Chamber of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague upheld the decision
December 27, 2025
Inquirer columnist Richard Heydarian had a curious take on the current political situation of the country. The Philippines, according to him, is mired in “hopeless factionalism.” With a Tolkienian take on the political terrain, Heydarian said the country is gearing for a “Battle of Five Armies.” “First, you have the administration
December 20, 2025
Prior to 2018, Iloilo City residents—as well as those living in nearby localities serviced by the Metro Iloilo Water District (MIWD)—paid a minimum monthly water bill of PHP 173. In 2018, the Manuel V. Pangilinan-led Metro Pacific Group took over Iloilo City and nearby areas previously serviced by MIWD. The minimum
December 13, 2025
Outrage and anger swept the nation after Trade Secretary Maria Cristina Aldeguer-Roque declared that a Filipino family could have a noche buena meal for just P500, based on the price guide of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). The statement is not only out of touch with reality but is
December 6, 2025
Two weeks ago, Bongbong Marcos (BBM) faced the most serious challenge to his rule. A series of events under the direction of the Dutertes took place to destabilize his administration. The ending of the plot, according to the script, was the ouster of BBM and the enthronement of Sara Duterte to
November 29, 2025
House Duterte launched its boldest counter-move against House Marcos last weekend. The aim was to destabilize the administration of Bongbong Marcos (BBM). The maximum goal is the downfall of the current administration, with Sara Duterte replacing BBM in the presidency. The Dutertes attempted to use public anger over the theft of
November 22, 2025
