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The news today hasn’t exactly been the most reassuring. Reports of gruesome crimes like the skinning of the victim in Cebu have triggered a lot of fear and discontent. Wild anger against heinous crimes has rapidly been …

After the death of 16-year-old Christine Silawan in Lapu-Lapu City, there have been talks about reviving the death penalty law. The crime has been one of the most gruesome cases of rape where the victim’s …

Senator Bongbong Marcos wants to bring back the death penalty but only for illegal drug-related crimes, according to local reports. News reports say that while the senator knows that there’s no easy solution to the …

Mayor Rodrigo Duterte said that he considers restoring death penalty through public hanging if he ever wins presidency. In his Sunday TV show “Gikan sa masa, para sa masa,” Mayor Duterte said that if he wins president, he …

Member-borrowers with past due short-term loans may now apply for the Social Security System’s (SSS) Penalty Condonation Program online using their My.SSS accounts starting November 15, 2021, to February 14, 2022. SSS President and Chief …

After saying that rapist-murderer Antonio Sanchez “deserves a second chance in life”, Senator Bato dela Rosa stated today that Sanchez “should have been sentenced to death” back in 1995. Former Laguna Mayor Antonio Sanchez was …

Traveling is indeed exciting. However, it’s important to ensure you’re fully informed about the banned prescription drugs and drug control policies in your destination. The Universal Drugstore analyzed each country’s banned prescription drugs and the …

Angel Locsin took to her Instagram stories to share her frustrations over corrupt government officials and the kind of justice she wants to see against them. On her post, Angel shared a screenshot of a …

If you missed President Rodrigo Duterte’s 5th State of the Nation Address (SONA) on live TV, here are some of the quotes from his speech earlier. The president first addressed the COVID-19 pandemic and expressed …

The New Centennial Water Source, more commonly known as the Kaliwa Dam, is a project of the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS). It’s basically the development of a new water source so that the …

Does the name “Atty. Kim Kardashian West” has a ring to it? The reality TV star revealed in a full feature article with Vogue that she is currently taking a four-year law apprenticeship at a California law …

Taiwan and the Philippines have strong economic and tourism relationship ties. With this, Taiwan Representative proved that through fair and transparent trials in Taiwan, Filipino convicts were given clemency. Dr. Gary Song-Huann Lin, Representative of …

There’s no wonder why comedian Ethel Booba is winning the internet right now— her tweets, ranging from political opinions to jokes and anecdotes, are downright brilliant! We can’t get enough of her wit, so we decided to …

On Thursday, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen mentioned President Rodrigo Duterte’s efforts against drugs during graduation ceremony on Diamond Island in Phnom Pehn. He mentioned his recent meeting with our president on the subject of illegal drugs …

Mary Jane Veloso, an OFW in Indonesia, was given last minute reprieve last year, when an employment recruiter, whom she had accused of planting drugs in her luggage, gave herself up to police in the Philippines. Veloso is …

Karen Davila interviewed Congressman Manny Pacquiao via phone patch during her DZMM radio show “Pasada Sais Trenta.” Karen, alongside radio show host Vic Lima, conducted this interview with Manny Pacquiao regarding his statement of “mas …

The Star Wars fever is running high. Fans are excited for the new chapter of the series, while others are raving about the awesomeness of The Force Awakens. Indeed, now is a good time for …

As the letter says, “Sabi nga ni Alma Moreno, “Yes…with reservations.” (Pills!)” While several posts online have come out regarding the upcoming elections, this insightful open letter written by Marty Gonzaga is addressed to “hardcore …

A few months ago, everyone was posting twits and Facebook statuses wishing Rody Duterte would run for president. Despite people’s knowledge of how ‘strict’ he could be as a leader, majority still felt that this …

Various groups gather outside the Indonesian embassy in Makati for a vigil, as last-minute attempts to protest the impending execution of Filipina Mary Jane Veloso in Indonesia, who faces the death penalty after being convicted …

How the Filipino Maid Became a Pop Culture Hero via Independent Cinema Office For eight years, Teresita Sajonia scrubbed floors and washed dirty dishes. Like many young, poor Filipino women, she worked as a domestic …

Celebrity Senator Jail Cell vs Ninoy Aquino Jail Cell: An Open Letter to the President   The following is an open letter to President Aquino by John Silva:     Dear President Aquino, This is …

What is the Anti-Terror Bill? According to House committee on public order and safety panel Narcisco Bravo, House Bill (HB) No. 6875, or the Anti-Terrorism Act of 2020, aims to protect “Filipino citizens from atrocious …

In the past days, there have been unconfirmed reports circulating around that former Senator Bongbong Marcos is sick and fighting for his life. The stories go on to claim that his lungs have collapsed and …

Sen. Manny Pacquiao has filed a bill to ban spitting and blowing of the nose in public places amid the rising concern over the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in the Philippines. Senate Bill …

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) ordered GMA and other parties with a penalty of P890,000 for labor violations in the accident that led to the death of veteran actor Eddie Garcia in June. …

Mayor Benjamin Magalong found a clump of 45 fully grown Benguet pine trees which were ‘murdered’ on one of his inspections. The trees were located on a vacant lot along Legarda Road and seemingly died due to …

Instead of just the Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC), Senator Bato dela Rosa has voiced out in an interview with UNTV that he plans on prioritizing a bill that will make military service mandatory for …

Sen. Leila de Lima shared her thoughts regarding the ban to feed stray cats by a condominium complex in Bonifacio Global City (BGC). In her press release, she said that this was “inhuman and heartless.” …

Even before Ancients Aliens and The Da Vinci Code arrived, people have been fans of conspiracies. And when it comes to them, the crazier the better. We’ve heard plenty of them, but stories related to …