Day: February 10, 2026
House Urged To Probe Alleged ‘Weaponization’ Of BIR Audit Orders
MANILA, Philippines — A ranking lawmaker is pushing for a House of Representatives investigation into alarming allegations of corruption within the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR). The lawmaker particularly cited the misuse and “weaponization” of letters of authority (LOAs) and mission orders (MOs) against taxpayers. Deputy Speaker and Zambales 1st District Representative Jay Khonghun filed
The Kalayaan Island Group Belongs To The Philippines — And Why Giving It Up Is Dangerous
Calls to “just give up” the Kalayaan Island Group (KIG) surface every now and then, usually framed as pragmatism or a way to avoid conflict in the West Philippine Sea. But legally, constitutionally, and strategically, that position is deeply flawed. Here’s why. What is the Kalayaan Island Group? The Kalayaan Island Group (KIG) refers to
DOH Plans Zero-Balance Billing In Pay Wards For PhilHealth Direct Contributors
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Health (DOH) plans to require all DOH-run hospitals to implement zero-balance billing in pay wards for PhilHealth direct contributors, a move aimed at expanding access to government health benefits to middle-class earners. Health Secretary Ted Herbosa said the policy will be enforced through a Department Memorandum Circular that will
Breaking The Ranks: How Lt. Col. Jovily Carmel Cabading Made Philippine Army History
Lt. Col. Jovily Carmel Cabading did not raise her voice to make history in a profession long defined by tradition, hierarchy, and masculine imagery. She simply took command. Cabading is the first woman to lead an infantry battalion in the Philippine Army. She assumed command of the 60th Infantry Battalion (Mediator Battalion) under the 10th
