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A ruling that reshapes the road to 2028

Commentary

By Tita C. Valderama

Feb 2, 2026

In the end, the question is not merely whether Sara Duterte can run in 2028. It is whether the country is prepared to confront the tension between political power and legal accountability, and what it means when the two collide long before a single vote is cast.

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Defunding foreign-assisted projects—and the costs we now bear

The joy of watching Alex Eala

News

By Bullit Marquez

Jan 26, 2026

It’s not a wonder why Alex Eala is popular. She embodies grit and integrity-qualities that Filipinos admire and dream to have for themselves.

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Visa-free policy amid troubled waters

Commentary

By Tita C. Valderama

Jan 19, 2026

When Chinese vessels continue to challenge Philippine maritime rights, block resupply missions, and assert claims rejected by international law, easing entry requirements risks being read not as confidence but concession.

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No need to guess the BBM impeachment complainants

Commentary

By Antonio J. Montalvan II

Jan 13, 2026

Chavit's hand behind the complaint will probably be a factor that will spell its doom. But it is the presence of Paras and Defensor that makes this complaint farcical. Farce has always been their cottage industry.

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FACT CHECK Online Posts

FACT CHECK: Quote card of Hontiveros on becoming acting president FAKE

Several Facebook users are claiming Sen. Risa Hontiveros had said she would not hesitate to assume the position of acting president following the hospitalization of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., who was diagnosed with diverticulitis. This is fake.

Bullit's Eye Multimedia

Filipino charm and hospitality stand out in first Philippine Women’s Open

Tennis captured the heart of Filipinos in the first Philippine Women Open 125 held last week at the Rizal Memorial Tennis Center in Pablo Ocampo St., Malate, Manila. In turn, Filipinos charmed players and foreign guests with their enthusiasm and hospitality.

Commentary

Impeachment, instability and the cost to Filipinos

Accountability remains essential. Allegations of abuse of power or misuse of public funds must be investigated, regardless of who is involved. But when political conflict overshadows governance, the public interest suffers.