Tanim-bala modus
The tanim-bala, or bullet-planting scam, at Philippine airports, is back, reflecting the nation’s systemic corruption and inability to maintain real reforms. Passengers, most of whom are overseas Filipino workers struggling to remit money to...
A Call for Reform
The recent clamor from various sectors regarding their contributions to PhilHealth, SSS, and GSIS is a serious indictment of their management and governance. This is not merely a matter of financial security; it strikes...
Bleak scenario
Filipinos nowadays are grappling with a pervasive sense of despair as they witness a nation seemingly stuck in a cycle of political decay and economic hardship. With leaders fixated on securing their dynastic power...
A contrast for reflection
The Yuletide season in the Philippines is a joyous and electrifying time, marked by festive lights, carols, and the warmth of togetherness. Yet, amid this cheer, the season often reveals the stark inequalities in...
Learning from 2024
The year 2024 is defined by challenges, exposing vulnerabilities across societies, and showing the resilience within. It has served as a stark reminder of how urgently needed bold action is for so many systemic...
Siphoned funds
The siphoning of funds from SSS, GSIS, PhilHealth, and government-owned banks to bankroll the Maharlika Fund is a gross betrayal of public trust. These institutions hold the hard-earned money of workers, retirees, and contributors...