“Dalifornication” is the kind of phrase that sticks because it captures a cultural mood as much as a place. The Economist’s recent description of young Chinese “Dalifornia dreamin’” has turned the ancient city of Dali…
Marcos vows crackdown on flood control corruption
By combining a public shaming with a sweeping promise of prosecution, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivered one of the most scathing moments of his presidency during his fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA), warning…
Marcos to the world: Invest in the Filipino
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stood before Congress for his fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA) with a clear and urgent message to the world: “The Philippines is ready. Invest in the Filipino.” The line,…
Marcos at midterm: Between ambition and accountability
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will deliver his fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA) this Monday, marking the midpoint of his six-year term. As the administration moves into its latter half, expectations remain high—but so…
All eyes on the 4th SONA: Will PBBM…
It opened with familiar rhetoric — and ended with a war on vice. But the most consequential line in President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s third State of the Nation Address (SONA) wasn’t about inflation, infrastructure, or…
Marcos meets Filipinas who conquered the world
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has paid tribute to three trailblazing Filipino women who have achieved a feat so rare, fewer than 500 people worldwide have managed it — visiting all 193 United Nations member states.…
Marcos lights up Christmas tree, calls for compassion
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. led the Christmas tree lighting ceremony at Malacañan Palace on Sunday night, urging Filipinos to reflect on the true spirit of the season while the country continues its recovery efforts from…
Landmark maritime bills signed into law
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed two significant maritime laws on November 8, asserting the country’s rights over disputed areas of the South China Sea, a move likely to further strain relations with China. Republic Act…