In 2025, Philippine politics was dominated by political feuds and rising public anger at high-level government corruption.
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War against corruption

I started writing a column more than 25 years ago in the year 2000, which was the beginning of the 21st century. As I review my past columns, I noticed right away that one of my most written topics ...
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Why I still prefer the Filipino manager

Much has been said about the quality of Philippine education and how the system is breeding a workforce far less competent than their regional counterparts. In fact, I was one of those who sounded the ...
AS the overall political climate continues to focus on the misuse of government funds, the country’s youth has become ...
A bill seeking to ban political dynasties and contractors from participating in the party-list system has been filed in the ...
Senator Risa Hontiveros and Akbayan Party-list on Monday separately filed Senate and House bills seeking prohibit members of ...
South Africa enters 2026 with high commodity prices, reliable electricity, stable finances and lower interest rates, creating the strongest foundation for growth in over a decade.
The youth-led struggle for democracy in Uganda reflects a broader continental reality: young Africans want better leadership.
The Philippines assumes the Association of Southeast Asian Nations chair during maritime tension and less diplomatic patience ...
Senate Deputy Majority Leader Risa Hontiveros and the Akbayan representatives filed parallel legislative measures seeking ...
Who are the most powerful people in Venezuela? And who are the U.S. officials deciding the country’s future? Portfolio: ...
Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) Secretary Carlito Galvez Jr. lauded the ...