The anatomy of plunder: What the Philippines’ flood control scandal reveals
Listen to the audio overview Watch a video overview The Philippines is grappling with a corruption crisis that has grave consequences. At its center is...
The verdict is in: How Israel’s actions in Gaza meet the legal definition of genocide
After a vote, the International Association of Genocide Scholars (IAGS) has passed a resolution stating that Israel’s actions in Gaza meet the legal definition of...
Beyond journalism: Why media ethics matter for all content creators
Back in 2022, I wrote about my own standards as a blogger and why accountability in media matters. At the end of the day, credibility...
Beyond collisions: Why the Philippines must hold the line at Scarborough Shoal
The South China Sea is a vital artery of global trade, but it’s also one of the world’s most contested waters. Within it lies the...
Supreme Court ruling on Sara Duterte impeachment reshapes Philippine politics
The Supreme Court’s unanimous decision (Read the Supreme Court Decision ) on July 25, 2025, to halt the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte...
The House always wins—But who really loses in online gambling?
If you’re living in the Philippines, you’ve probably seen it firsthand. Maybe it’s a flashy online casino ad popping up on your feed, or someone...
The Impeachment Case Against VP Sara Duterte: What You Need to Know
Vice President Sara Duterte is facing a moment few in her position ever have. On February 5, 2025, the House of Representatives voted to impeach...
Why Philippine Independence feels hollow?
Aya Clamor June 12, 2025 This year’s celebration of Philippine Independence Day, like many in recent memory, risks devolving into a hollow ritual. Political and...
OpenAI cracks down on AI-Generated Propaganda in the Philippines
What happens when AI tools built to help people are turned into political weapons? According to a new OpenAI report, it’s already happening — and...
Using AI for election reporting and monitoring
With the 2025 national elections just around the corner, journalists, civic advocates, and data professionals came together for a timely training on how artificial intelligence...
Navigating the limelight: Celebrity politics and voter choice in the 2025 Philippine Senatorial Election
The 2025 senatorial race shows us something that’s been true for a long time: being a celebrity still gives candidates a strong advantage. Many of...
Political dynasties in the Philippines: Entrenched power and the 2025 elections
As the Philippines heads towards the 2025 midterm elections, the prevailing presence of political dynasties continues to be a defining characteristic of the country’s political...
Holding platforms accountable: Integrating algorithm oversight into current laws
Seven years ago, I found myself testifying at a Senate hearing about the potential creation of a fake news law. My position then—and now—remains firm:...
Insightspedia’s Pinasurvey Unveils: Competence Counts for One-Third of Filipino Voters
A groundbreaking study, ‘Pinasurvey’, conducted by research powerhouse Insightspedia, has shattered the notion that Filipinos are indifferent when it comes to their elected officials. The...
Landmark Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Act gets green light from House Committee
In a move towards safeguarding the rights and welfare of Filipino teenagers, Chair Faustino Michael Carlos Dy III spearheaded the House of Representatives Committee on...