Kuya Rey Bufi: A Kwentista’s Journey

Through floods, storms, and long walks, Rey learned that storytelling is not just performance but presence, showing up even when conditions say otherwise, because children kept showing up too.

Power Without Momentum

Power remains, but momentum slips, as the presidency of Ferdinand Marcos Jr. drifts from direction to reaction, showing how leadership can weaken without a crisis.

When Diplomacy Becomes Theater

Publicly floating persona non grata threats turns a precise diplomatic tool into applause politics, shifting focus from Chinese misconduct to domestic noise and weakening the very authority the state is meant to protect.
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Ex-DPWH Usec Alleges 12% To 25% Kickbacks For Senators, Officials In Flood-Control Projects

As hearings continue, the public awaits the Senate’s findings, which could shape long-term integrity measures in infrastructure budgeting and implementation.

UA&P Unions Prepare For Strike

The unions believe that by investing in people, UA&P invests in its own excellence and credibility as an institution.

Senate, DPWH Align On Cost Cuts, Reforms To Curb Corruption

The Senate-DPWH alignment marks a significant step toward rebuilding public trust in government infrastructure spending.

Comelec Probes Contractors’ Campaign Contributions In 2025 Polls

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is investigating nine contractors alleged to have contributed to the campaign funds of candidates who ran in the May 2025 polls, the poll body confirmed.

PBBM Won’t ‘Direct, Influence’ ICI Amid Flood Control Probe

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said he has “nothing to hide” in connection with the flood control controversy, assuring that he will not interfere in the ongoing probe by the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI).

DOJ: Romualdez Not Currently Being Considered As State Witness

The Department of Justice (DOJ) clarified that Leyte 1st District Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez is not currently being considered as a state witness in the flood control anomalies probe.

Comelec Cautions BSKE ‘Bets’ Against False COC Info

The Commission on Elections–Negros Island Region (Comelec-NIR) has warned BSKE aspirants against submitting false or inaccurate details in their certificates of candidacy (COC).

Voters’ Registration Resumes Nationwide

Voter registration has officially resumed nationwide, with the Commission on Elections (Comelec) urging the public to register early.

Senate President Sotto Backs PBBM Decision Not To Certify 2026 Budget As Urgent

Senate President Vicente “Tito” Sotto III welcomed President Marcos’ decision not to certify the 2026 national budget as urgent to allow thorough review by lawmakers.

DEPDev To Boost Disaster Risk Reduction Under Proposed 2026 Budget

The Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) is proposing a PHP15.34 billion budget for 2026 to strengthen disaster risk reduction and resilience efforts.