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When the kitchen feels the crisis

Commentary

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By Tita C. Valderama

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Mar 30, 2026

Filipinos are resilient. We always find ways to cope. But we shouldn’t have to keep surviving problems that could have been prevented. We deserve leadership that plans ahead.

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The altar of Duterte idolatry in the Archdiocese of Davao

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By Antonio J. Montalvan II

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Mar 25, 2026

Validating the DDS agenda to “bring him home" has effectively made Archbishop Romulo Valles and the entire archdiocesan clergy as purveyors of fake news. By allowing a skewed political agenda within the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass is an open defiance of church canon law.

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The noise of VP Sara’s silence

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By Tita C. Valderama

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Mar 23, 2026

Sara Duterte’s silence in the House may be the loudest part of her 2028 positioning. Every unanswered question signals to supporters that the current administration is illegitimate. Every delay reinforces a narrative of persecution.

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From monarchy to Islamic rule to war in Iran: A personal account (Part 2)

From monarchy to Islamic rule to war in Iran: A personal account (Part 1)

FACT CHECK: Lacson did NOT admit to delivering kickbacks, video is SPLICED

A video claiming Sen. Ping Lacson admitted he delivered kickbacks from flood control projects to former undersecretaries is spliced.

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Palm Sunday ushers in Holy Week

Catholic churches were in a festive mood Sunday recalling the arrival of Jesus Christ in Jerusalem more than 2,000 years ago.

Commentary

Priests who defend Duterte from the pulpit

Priests have a duty to form the consciences of the faithful regarding moral and social issues. This often interacts with politics but is distinct from partisan campaigning. For instance, priests should preach on Catholic Social Teaching, including the protection of life, care for the poor, and religious liberty. Indeed, they must help laypeople analyze candidates and policies based on Catholic principles, without telling them whom to vote for.