The language of power: Dehumanization and accountability in the Philippines
I studied literature in college, and part of my studies included analyzing the language used in the stories we tell. Not just the words, the rhythm and flow,…
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I studied literature in college, and part of my studies included analyzing the language used in the stories we tell. Not just the words, the rhythm and flow,…
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Sadly, many of us unknowingly indulge in it, especially if one is watching the unfolding disaster from relative comfort — what is now known as disaster porn.
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Many say the government’s response in the aftermath of super typhoon “Yolanda” in 2013 defined the Aquino administration — which eventually led to the defeat…
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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.…
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Strikes on energy infrastructure put Ukraine at risk of heating outages ahead of the winter months.
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From similar surnames to distant relatives, how deep does nepotism run in the Philippines? While connections and furtive biases dominate all industry sectors,…
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You cannot claim you’re from UP then buy a turquoise ring that looked at us like it really costs three times your declared assets.
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In another online video, the comedian claimed there’s a ‘syndicate’ in the noontime show he was once a member of for years.
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Dick Cheney, who became one of the most powerful vice presidents in US history as George W. Bush’s number two during 9/11 and catastrophic wars in…
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Queen of All Media Kris Aquino personally greeted embattled Tarlac City Mayor Susan Yap during her 61st birthday celebration in Tarlac City on 03 November 2025.
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When Marcos said that ‘no matter what you do, they will find ways to fool the government,’ he sounded less like a reformer than a man resigned to failure.
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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…
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Talks between Moscow and Kyiv have stalled despite Trump’s mediation.
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AFP says it “gets the message,” vows to stay focused on service, not sides.
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PARIS (AFP) — France’s interior minister on Wednesday confirmed former President Nicolas Sarkozy would be protected by two security officers while serving jail…
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Fringe nepo-politician Kiko Barzaga is therefore another useful idiot in the ongoing attempts to break the political stalemate between the Marcos and Duterte…
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It’s like how President Bongbong Marcos only said something about the ghost projects after the typhoons and floods could no longer let anomalous contractors…
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We are told that things are getting better, that things can be done; but we know this to be true only if you have the right connections.
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