If the small fries involved in the ghost flood control projects in Mindoro had been herded and sent to jail, should not those involved in the ₱60-billion heist of the Philippine Health Insurance and PDIC ₱107- billion Trust Funds be likewise locked up in jail? Nobody has come out with any accounting how the funds…
Executive Secretary said “common sense” guided the decision to transfer ₱60 billion in PhilHealth funds to the National Treasury. Common sense daw. But let’s be brutally honest: calling it “common sense” does not make it wise—it only exposes how outrageous and irrational the move truly was. At a time when hospitals are collapsing, premiums are…
The Supreme Court’s order directing the government to return the ₱60 billion in PhilHealth funds improperly transferred to the National Treasury should have been a resounding triumph for accountability. Instead, Malacañang’s response—that the money will be “restored” through the 2026 national budget—turns that supposed victory into a bitter insult. The funds may indeed be returned…
While Paris is popularly known for the iconic Eiffel Tower, there’s more to explore in Paris than Eiffel. Our 5-day Paris DIY adventure brought us to the other beautiful landmarks of the city… all worthy of another visit. Montmarte is Paris on a hill. Located atop a hill of the city, this historic district gives…
In photo: Mayor Inojales celabrates with officiating staff of the provincial chess competition The first-class town of Governor Generoso in Davao Oriental tallied an 86 gold-31 silver-31 bronze medal haul in a display of dominance to wrap up the general championship of the 2025 provincial games championship on Tuesday. A jubilant Mayor Juanito “Kulot” Inojales…
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Mayor Juanito “Kulot” Inojales of Governor Generoso, Davao Oriental on Saturday extolled the game of chess to participants of the provincial games, saying it teaches players how to plan successfully ahead. “Contrary to what is believed, chess as a game is not a matter of pushing wood on the board,” he said. “It teaches people…
Just hours ago, 249 members of the House of Representatives voted to adopt the Ethics Committee’s recommendation to suspend Cavite 4th District Rep. Kiko Barzaga for 60 days—stripped of salary, stripped of allowances, and stripped, it seems, of the basic respect due to a member of Congress who dared to speak uncomfortable truths. Five lawmakers…
Last night, I received a message from a retiring CPA who asked for advice on what to focus on in farming as he prepares for a life in the farm. He told me his has 9 heads of cattle, 11 goats, a few turkey and native pigs. My answer was: “Focus on Cattle farming because…
By Ivy Tejano DAVAO CITY – Vice President Sara Duterte and four Davao lawmakers criticized the House of Representatives on over the weekend for suspending Cavite Rep. Francisco “Kiko” Barzaga, calling it an attempt to silence those who speak “uncomfortable truths.” The vice president said in a statement that she will support all Filipinos “who…
