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MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Army immediately relieved a training official from his post after publicly declaring that he was withdrawing support from President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., a move that marked the first known case of an active-duty Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) officer doing so amid the administration’sContinue Reading
A recent social media post claimed that Col. Audie Mongao, a senior officer in the Philippine Army, had withdrawn support for the Marcos administration, sparking widespread online discussion. The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) quickly moved to clarify the situation, emphasizing administrative personnel actions and the officer’s current status. WhatContinue Reading
Talk of a possible World War III (WW3) has resurfaced amid rising global tensions—from the war in Ukraine to flashpoints in the Middle East and growing rivalry between the United States and China. This has raised a pressing question for many Filipinos: If a global war breaks out, how vulnerableContinue Reading
Retired Major General Romeo Poquiz was arrested on inciting to sedition charges after publicly urging the military to rise against the government. He was freed on bail but quickly questioned why “critics like him” are arrested while alleged corrupt officials remain free. At first glance, his statement resonates with public frustrationContinue Reading
More than 24 million Filipinos aged 10 to 64 are functionally illiterate, according to the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) — a figure that exposes deep, long-standing problems in the country’s education, health, and social protection systems At the same time, millions of children — especially those withContinue Reading
Motorists may be facing another round of uneven pump price adjustments next week, as diesel prices are projected to rise while gasoline prices could remain flat or slightly move either way. According to Jetti Petroleum president Leo Bellas, initial estimates indicate a possible diesel price hike of 20 to 40Continue Reading
After a turbulent 2025, the Philippine economy enters 2026 at a critical crossroads—caught between the hope of a rebound and the risk of another year of missed targets. With growth slowing, confidence shaken, and new faces leading economic policy, 2026 is shaping up to be a make-or-break year. Here’s whatContinue Reading
