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Surveys show that Filipinos trust highly the United States. But to members of the militant group, Bayan, that positive feeling does not extend to President Donald Trump and State Secretary Marco Rubio who was here in Manila for the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers and their dialogue partners July 20 to 24.

The Senate and the meanness of Alan Cayetano

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Even in his absence at the plenary session, the meanness of Cayetano is palpable. His ultimate goal is obvious: Save Sara Duterte from conviction even if that meant destroying the institution of the Senate and the country.

‘Shit happens’* at the Senate

By Bullit Marquez

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May 11, 2026 will always be remembered as the day the venerable institution went down to the pits, something one never imagined in the country’s political history.

Sara Duterte impeached again

By Bullit Marquez and Tita Valderama

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For the second time in 15 months, the House of Representatives impeached Vice President Sara Duterte on Monday, May 11, with more congressmen wanting to see her stand trial in the Senate.

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Salaknib Phase 1: Forming a shield to maintain peace in Indo-Pacific

Filipino Army troops started exercises with American soldiers April 16 at Fort Magsaysay in Nueva Ecija as part of Salaknib 2026 military exercise aimed to enhance the readiness against threat to the region’s peace and stability.

By Bullit Marquez

Apr 20, 2026

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Easter comes after agony and death

We come back from a week of reflection on the suffering of Jesus Christ taking to heart the lesson that genuine peace and happiness can only be achieved after we have confronted and dealt with temptations and suffering.

By Bullit Marquez

Apr 6, 2026

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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.

By Bullit Marquez

Mar 30, 2026

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