When beliefs overpower evidence
Analysis and Opinion By Joe America I’ve long objected to those who bring popular conspiracy theories to blog discussions as factual truths. A theory is not a truth until verified, as Einstein knew but modern social media marauders do not. Advocacy these days has taken the form of beliefs over evidence. Can you imagine a … Continue reading
IF YOU INSIST ON IDEOLOGICAL PURITY YOU WILL LOSE EVERY BATTLE
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
President Marcos is doing good works
Analysis and Opinion By Joe America I was an enthusiastic supporter of the Aquino Administration through all kinds of trials and tribulations, even when the entire nation went into a screaming rage because he chose not to greet 44 coffins in Manila. You see, presidents are human and they have data we don’t have. And … Continue reading
Curious case of Doc Iggy
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



