Army deploys elite troops to Basilan ahead of 2025 polls
COTABATO CITY – Ahead of the 2025 polls, the Philippine Army has deployed a rapid deployment team of elite soldiers to Basilan in a bid…
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In Marawi, Candidates Swear on Quran to Uphold Peace Ahead of 2025 Philippine Elections
COTABATO CITY, Philippines — In a rare gesture of unity in the historically restive province of Lanao del Sur, political candidates pledged over the Quran…
Zamboanga Sibugay after the elections: Will hope rise or fall flat?
ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY, Philippines – After the elections, the campaign jingles have faded, and the tarpaulins are slowly peeling off from lamp posts. But for many…
In Zamboanga Sibugay, Small Businesses Feel the Pinch Weeks Before Elections
IPIL, Zamboanga Sibugay – The streets of Ipil, the bustling capital of Zamboanga Sibugay, are getting louder as political motorcades weave through barangays, posters cover…
Heightened Police Presence in Bangsamoro Provinces Following Deadly Attacks
Police teams since Wednesday have become a highly visible presence in key locations across two Bangsamoro provinces, following a series of deadly gun attacks in…
Meta’s Decision to End Fact-Checking Sparks Concerns Ahead of Philippine Elections
Meta Platforms, Inc.’s decision to scrap its fact-checking program across Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp has alarmed experts. They warned that Meta’s decision could amplify disinformation…
Hooked on Outrage: How Spectacle Shapes Philippine Elections and Society
Philippine elections are more than just a process—they’re a reflection of who we are as a nation. In a country where 99% of the 114-million…
Sulu Ambush Sparks Alarm Ahead of 2025 Polls
The ambush on a provincial election officer in Sulu, which left his brother dead, is casting a grim shadow over next year’s elections, raising concerns…