The great Marcos scam
It’s sad. Maybe Imee didn’t betray Bongbong out of courage. Maybe the ground moved under her feet and she had nowhere left to stand.
Vernon Velasco · · 3 min read
Daily Tribune
Vernon Velasco's humorous, observational style blends wit, irony and dark comedy. Drawing from his own experiences, he offers sharp insights into human nature and the awkwardness of everyday life, often exploring themes of family, culture and personal flaws. His writing is conversational and self-deprecating, balancing uproarious humor with moments of vulnerability and introspection. His distinct voice captures the absurdities of life, making readers laugh while also prompting deeper thought.
It’s sad. Maybe Imee didn’t betray Bongbong out of courage. Maybe the ground moved under her feet and she had nowhere left to stand.
Vernon Velasco · · 3 min read
Anjo, the Phillip Salvador of the next elections. Has-been. Endorse Duterte house arrest. Express love for Sara. Cheer for the base. Promise you’ll be good.…
Vernon Velasco · · 2 min read
‘No home listed under Escudero or any company associated with him in Alphaland.’ Heart is a Balesin member. Apparently, Chiz? Plus one. Apparently it’s a club…
Vernon Velasco · · 2 min read
The first rule of religion: Say it loud enough, and someone will believe you. Works every time. Even Joel Villanueva convinces himself sometimes. The audience…
Vernon Velasco · · 2 min read
Korea will host the world again. Not the whole world (Apec) is not the UN, thank God!) but the part that counts if you care about markets and trade routes and…
Vernon Velasco · · 4 min read
The Taj Mahal is a reminder. Love kills. Sometimes slowly, sometimes from a battle with your bladder.
Vernon Velasco · · 3 min read
Maybe that’s what happened to us. Maybe the Taiwanese are just Filipinos who found a coastline that made more sense.
Vernon Velasco · · 4 min read
The circus is in full swing, and they’re mad that Kiko Barzaga showed up dressed like a clown?
Vernon Velasco · · 2 min read
Delhi and Mumbai don’t as much coexist as collide in the same sentence. Two capitals that share a flag but never the rhythm.
Vernon Velasco · · 2 min read
'The only way we fight terrorism is not to be terrorized by the terror.'
Vernon Velasco · · 3 min read