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…
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…
The latest BusinessWorld report is more than a headline—it’s a distress signal. Philippine factory activity plunged in November, marking the sharpest downturn in over four years. Output collapsed, new orders vanished, and manufacturers braced themselves for yet another uncertain quarter. But this is not an isolated economic hiccup. It is part of a wider, deeper,…
We are living in uncertain times. The stock index continued to plummet, the economy is bleak, the value of the peso is breaching ₱59 to a dollar. The most recent casualty in the sophomoric economic strategy is the manufacturing sector which suffered a trade slump by about 40%. Obviously it has substantially lost the export…
A visit to Paris will never be complete without seeing France’s symbol to the world…The Eiffel Tower. This was my 2nd time to visit Paris. My first was 18 years ago. Back then we joined a group tour which gave us a very limited time to explore downtown Paris, specifically in Champ de Mars where…
“Leadership is about taking responsibility – not making excuses.” –Mitt Romney There is no doubt that a leadership position is endowed with immense power allowing them to have such an influence over their subordinates. Leadership power persuades others (followers) to support their leader’s efforts and do as they are asked. When used properly, power in…
