politics

Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman: Honestly speaking

Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman: Honestly speaking

BY JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ According to various sources, the name Amenah means “faithful, truthful or honest.” In the case of the Philippines’ Budget and Management chief, the name could also mean hard-working, sincere and determined — not to mention, fun. People of the Year 2024 awardee Secretary Amenah…
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DILG Secretary Benhur Abalos: Everything, everywhere, every-‘Juan’

DILG Secretary Benhur Abalos: Everything, everywhere, every-‘Juan’

Whether it’s gaining ground on the war on drugs or ensuring disaster preparedness, curbing corruption or maintaining peace and order in every part of the country, Secretary Benhur Abalos spares no effort in finding effective solutions to problems that trouble the everyday Filipino. By JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ Photography…
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Geraldine Roman’s “ROMANtik” voice in Congress

Geraldine Roman’s “ROMANtik” voice in Congress

The Philippines’ first transgender lawmaker continues to be a voice of reason in Congress, where she constantly pushes for reforms that would benefit women, members of the marginalized sector and the LGBTQIA+ community. Bataan First District Rep. Geraldine Roman Growing up in Orani, Bataan, the young Geraldine knew early on…
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A Look Back: President Benigno S. Aquino III

A Look Back: President Benigno S. Aquino III

Rest in peace, Mr. President! Here is former President Benigno S. Aquino III, 15th President of the Philippines in pictures: PeopleAsia publisher and president Babe Romualdez raises then Sen. Aquino's hand in a congratulatory gesture after being awarded as one of the People of the Year in 2009 Aquino with PeopleAsia…
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What does it mean to be president?

What does it mean to be president?

Being a good leader? Don't make us laugh. Leadership, as "Our Cartoon President" and so other many real-life presidents have shown, has nothing to with it. Being the President is not as simple as it sounds. At first glance, it looks easy enough! Wave at events every now and then.…
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Top News Stories of 2017, part 2

Top News Stories of 2017, part 2

Text by MARICHU A. VILLANUEVA Photos courtesy of THE PHILIPPINE STAR 2017 was history in the making for the Philippines. THE PHILIPPINE STAR's Marichu A. Villanueva lists down the year's most significant news stories: (For the first part of the list, click here)   6. EJKs, Kian, Kulot, Carl The word nanlaban…
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Top News Stories of 2017, part 1

Top News Stories of 2017, part 1

Text by MARICHU A. VILLANUEVA Photos courtesy of THE PHILIPPINE STAR The year 2017 saw many earthshaking events in the Philippines that took place under the watch of President Rodrigo Duterte. Less than a year in office at Malacañan Palace, President Duterte’s leadership came under armed challenge from local terrorist…
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News Giant: Mike Enriquez

News Giant: Mike Enriquez

Miguel “Mike” Enriquez has been recently quoted saying “Iba siya (He’s different)” when asked about his thoughts on President Duterte. People pay full attention when this news giant speaks his mind for good reason. Mike Enriquez has conquered both the airwaves as and the boob tube in his outstanding career…
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