A Decade After Yolanda Devastation, Some Tacloban Residents Still Live in ‘Danger Zones’

Yolanda Devastation

Yolanda Caused Thousands of Deaths, Severe Devastation The authorities must make a swift move in transferring the Tacloban residents who are still living in danger zones a decade after Typhoon Yolanda hit the Philippines. The Philippines is one of the countries usually visited by typhoons. In the past, there were several instances when a typhoon … Read more

Socorro Bayanihan Services Head Faces Charges: Hope It’s Not Ningas Cogon

socorro bayanihan services leader jey

DOJ filed charges against the leader of Socorro Bayanihan Services Inc. Socorro Bayanihan Services Inc. (SBSI) Jey Rence Quilario or “Senior Agila” is facing charges filed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and hopefully, this is not just a ningas cogon. Back in September, this issue caught the attention of the Senate when Senator Risa Hontiveros … Read more

PH Authorities Must Investigate Case of Teachers Backing Out from Poll Duties in Bangsamoro

Teachers

Comelec Confirms Teachers Backing Out from Poll Duties Mostly in Bangsamoro The authorities in the Philippines must not ignore reports about teachers backing out from poll duties in Bangasamoro due to threats. Recently, Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) elections were held in the Philippines. On the 31st day of October 2023, millions of Filipinos exercised … Read more

Teachers’ Unpaid Overtime For BSKE Is A Disrespect

teachers' unpaid overtime

After all they did, teachers’ unpaid overtime was the result It is disrespectful that the Commission on Elections (Comelec) has this answer about the teachers’ unpaid overtime. During the election period in the Philippines, teachers make extra effort aside from their Monday to Friday school work. Teachers and school workers are being commissioned to facilitate … Read more

PH Needs More Effective Action To Fight Text Scams

Text Scams

Scams through Text Continue amid Mandatory SIM Registration in PH The Philippines need a more effective move to curb text scams that continue in the pursuit to victimize other people. The law in the Philippines now mandate users of SIM cards to register so they can avail the services of the telecommunication providers. The SIM … Read more

Some Politicians Spend So Much To Win Positions w/ Huge Responsibilities, Small Salaries — the Irony in PH

Politicians

Some Politicians’ Huge Money Go Out During Election Campaign Period in PH Aren’t you wondering why some, not all, politicians in the Philippines are seemingly ready to sell their gold for small-paying positions that requires a lot of work? The Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (BSKE) Elections 2023 are set on Monday, October 30, 2023. Millions … Read more

Why Not Put Big Rewards for Reports of Vote-Buying during Elections?

Vote-Buying

Strong Initiative Must Be Launched to Combat Vote-Buying during PH Elections Vote-buying is one of the dirtiest practices during elections in the Philippines and must be countered with a strong, serious move. Truth be told that countless Filipinos will agree that a lot of politicians and election candidates in the Philippines spend a lot of … Read more

4Ps, Other Gov’t Projects Used For Vote-Buying: So Disgusting!

barangay-sk elections

Even 4Ps are being promised by candidates just to get the votes they need It is disgusting to hear reports stating that the 4Ps or the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program and other government projects are being used to persuade voters. This program is under the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and is considered … Read more

Politicians “Should Not Be Onion-Skinned” But Must Also Not Engage in Careless Remarks

Paolo Duterte

Public Servants Must Be Tough and Mindful of their Statements I believe it is true that politicians must not be very sensitive against criticisms but they must also not engage in careless remarks. After the first case since his presidency was filed against former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte, his son, Davao City First District Representative … Read more