Romeo Jalosjos, Sr.: Media Mogul, Political Kingpin, and One of the Philippines’ Most Controversial Public Figures
Romeo Jalosjos, Sr., founder of TAPE Inc. and former congressman, dies at 85, leaving a…
Tag: Philippine politics
“Continuity is Key”: Why Marcos Says the Constitution Itself Encourages Lack of Continuity
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has reignited debate over the 1987 Constitution, arguing that its term…
Marcos Turns to Tolentino as Labor Chief Amid Wage Pressures and Overseas Worker Concerns Mount
Former senator Francis Tolentino returns to government as acting DOLE secretary, stepping into one of…
Senators Dismiss ICC Warrant vs. Bato—But Here’s Why That Claim Doesn’t Hold Up
Senators allied with Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa insist the ICC arrest warrant against him has…
Can the Philippines Arrest a Sitting Senator on an ICC Warrant? The Law Has a Path—But Politics Will Decide
The Department of Justice says Philippine law provides a possible legal pathway to act on…
Sarmiento Gets Peace Adviser Nod From MILF and Bangsamoro MP
MILF leaders and a Bangsamoro lawmaker express support for Mel Sarmiento’s appointment, citing hopes of…
Sarmiento Named Marcos Peace Adviser, Set to Guide Transition with Governance Lens
Veteran official Mel Sarmiento takes the helm of OPAPRU, bringing a governance-focused approach as the…
16 Political Parties Ready to Make History in BARMM’s First Parliamentary Elections
ixteen political parties are set to contest BARMM’s first parliamentary elections, signaling a historic shift…
Due Process or Delay the Process? When Due Process Becomes a Moving Target
As VP Sara Duterte invokes due process, a House-led hearing ordered by the Supreme Court…
ICC Appeals Chamber Denies Duterte’s Request For Interim Release, Stays In Detention
The ICC Appeals Chamber denied Duterte’s appeal for interim release, upholding detention in the Netherlands…
Carpio: Filipinos Must Confront Conscience Over Duterte Drug War Killings
Former Supreme Court associate justice Antonio Carpio urges moral reckoning as ICC hears Rodrigo Duterte’s…
Unleashing Sibugay At 25: Beyond Celebration, Toward Fulfillment
Governor Ann Hofer’s message was both celebratory and cautionary when she stood before the crowd…