MABUTI MAY BAGUIO AT MAYOR MAGALONG TAYO

Posted by Wilfredo G. Villanueva on June 17, 2024 · 73 Comments 

Analysis and Opinion an Interview by Wilfredo Villanueva Baguio isn’t just appealing because it’s eight degrees cooler than Manila; it’s also because of its mayor, Benjie Magalong, a magna cum laude graduate of the Philippine Military Academy’s Sandigan class of 1982. His dedication to good governance and integrity sets him apart as a public servant. … Continue reading →

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Our Securities and Insecurities: A Multifaceted Examination of the Philippines

Posted by Karl Garcia on March 16, 2024 · 314 Comments 

The Philippines, a Southeast Asian archipelago nation, grapples with a complex web of interconnected “securities” and “insecurities.” This paper explores how the Philippines strives for food security, human security, national security, and maritime security. By examining these interwoven realities, we gain a deeper understanding of the nation’s challenges and ongoing efforts towards stability and progress. … Continue reading →

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We are A Maritime Nation

Posted by Karl Garcia on February 21, 2024 · 52 Comments 

By Karl Garcia Former President Rodrigo Duterte has declared September as MaNaMo or Maritime Nation Month in 2017.  We have a rich maritime history. We have a rich maritime history. This can be exemplified by the types of boats documented and discovered throughout our rich history. Our great rivers from North to Southhad been used … Continue reading →

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IF YOU INSIST ON IDEOLOGICAL PURITY YOU WILL LOSE EVERY BATTLE

Posted by JoeAm on December 18, 2023 · 369 Comments 

by Andrew Lim We start with a politically incorrect joke:  Gays for Gaza: Yipee, we’re so happy all the tall buildings in Gaza are gone. Hamas: Why?  Gays for Gaza: Because you can’t throw us off them anymore. First time I heard it, I doubled in laughter. And relieved, too I wasn’t a public figure … Continue reading →

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Curious case of Doc Iggy

Posted by giancarloangulo on November 16, 2023 · 217 Comments 

By Gerald Baldivia Dr. Benigno (“Iggy”) Agbayani, Jr. was a well-regarded orthopedic surgeon who specialized in knee arthroscopy, other joint conditions, and sports medicine. On October 5, 2023, as he was serving out his last month and a half as a prisoner at the Manila City Jail, he suffered a heart attack and passed away, … Continue reading →

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