Arrested on plunder charges, 72-year-old Sen. Rodante Marcoleta was rushed for tests revealing pneumonia, high bad cholesterol, hypertension, and pending heart scan results. He remains under hospital observation โ a common scene for aging Philippine politicians facing high-stakes arrests.
Sara Duterteโs โฑ612M Secret Funds Scandal Exposes What Mayors, Governors Spend in the Shadows
While Duterteโs massive confidential fund controversy dominates headlines and impeachment proceedings, a quieter system operates nationwide. Governors, mayors and local officials manage their own โblack boxโ intelligence funds โ shielded from rigorous audits โ raising the same questions of accountability…
A Fragile Transition Edges Toward Democracy: Why BARMMโs Historic Sept 14 Parliamentary Elections Signal Hope Amid the Chaos
Despite leadership clashes and repeated delays, the Bangsamoro region is inching toward genuine self-rule in its historic parliamentary elections.
Evangelical and Pentecostal Pulpits: Why They Are Softer Targets for Political Influence
A closer look at how church structure, theology, and political culture shape the vulnerability of some evangelical and Pentecostal groups to political co-optation in the Philippines.
From Political Influencer to NBI Cell: The Arrest of Franco Mabanta and the Alleged โฑ350-Million Extortion Plot
The arrest of political influencer Franco Mabanta has ignited a political firestorm, raising questions about online propaganda networks, digital power brokers and alleged extortion at the highest levels of Philippine politics.
As Duterte Impeachment Looms, Sotto Insists on Senate ImpartialityโRaising the Question: Is it Achievable?
As Duterte impeachment nears, Sotto urges Senate neutrality, but early political signals cast doubt on true impartiality.
