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DOJ probes possible aides in Bato escape

The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Thursday said it is continuing to build a case against individuals who may have helped Sen. Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa allegedly evade arrest after he appeared at a Senate session on May 13 despite an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC). Justice Undersecretary Ian Norman Dato said a panel of prosecutors …

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Rule of law, not rule of the crowd

The massive rally that brought EDSA to a standstill demonstrated once again how easily Metro Manila can be thrown into paralysis when politics, religion and public protest converge. Regardless of the organizers’ intentions, the immediate victims were ordinary commuters, workers, businesses and emergency responders forced to endure hours of gridlock. Authorities must review whether contingency plans and traffic management were adequate, especially …

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ALEXANDRA THE GREAT

Though just 21 summers old, our very own Alexandra Eala, in my estimation, is already great. At 13, she embarked for Spain to insulate herself for a sport she loves, as others are struggling withtheir identities, gender, career and a future . There, Alexandra parks herself at the Rafa Nadal Academy for years of gruellingpreparation for a future in professional tennis.  To be able to discern that …

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The illusion of economic progress

The country’s elevation to upper-middle-income country (UMIC) category by the World Bank is being hailed by Malacanang as a major achievement. Crossing the gross national income per capita threshold of $4,636 with a reported level of $4,850 signals that the economy has expanded and places the country in a more favorable statistical bracket.  It is expected to strengthen investor confidence and enhance the nation’s international standing. But the celebration should not …

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PBBM’S Canada Visit Strengthens a Partnership Built by Filipinos

LOVE FOR ALL​By: Virginia Rodriguez President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s official visit to Canada is more than a diplomatic engagement—it is a recognition of the enduring friendship between two nations and the invaluable role of nearly one million Filipinos who have helped shape both societies. During his visit, the President met with the Filipino community to express his gratitude for …

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Peace and Trade as Strategic Imperatives

REALPOLITIKBy Benjie Alejandro In the shifting landscape of global politics, the Philippines finds itself at a crossroads. The recent meeting between President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Russian President Vladimir Putin underscores a reality that many policymakers often overlook: peace and trade, not military alliances, are the true engines of national prosperity.   Despite Western sanctions led by the United States, …

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PPA Celebrates 52 Years of Dedicated Service

The Philippine Ports Authority marks its 52nd founding anniversary this July 11 with a wealth of accomplishments from the previous year and planned goals and aspirations into the future. This year’s celebration pays tribute to more than five decades of steering the country’s port operations towards growth and global competitiveness that has earned praise from domestic and foreign travelers and …

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PPA’s Early Disaster Preparedness Tested Following Mindanao Quake

Immediately after the magnitude 7.8 tremor that hit north central Mindanao, the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA)’s proactive disaster readiness strategy was put on litmus test as it ensured a rapid and coordinated response to the devastating earthquake and subsequent tsunami threat in Mindanao. As soon as the disaster struck, the PPA quickly activated port safety measures across affected port areas …

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Banner Year for PPA

By Tracy Cabrera Last year was a banner year for the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) as it generated ₱30.09 billion for FY 2025—the highest in the agency’s long history of service and commitment to promote development and trade across the archipelago by connecting the country’s more than 7,000 islands. Simply put, PPA continues to make history by sustaining its strong …

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Connecting Hearts Through Every Port

By Heidi Nicodemus For Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) general manager Jay Santiago, spreading love to passengers and port workers through various activities is the epitome of service being provided to the public by the agency. This mindset was born during this year’s celebration of Valentine’s Day as the PPA, through its Port Management Offices (PMOs) nationwide, rolled out a series …

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