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Commentary · October 22, 2026

THE PAGES BEHIND THE LAUGHING EMOJIS

I want to know who’s running these pages, how they’re connected, and whether they’re making money from political content that gives readers only part of the information.

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Archival photograph of Jonvic Remulla speaking at a microphone, published April 7, 2026.
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Explainer · October 26, 2026

ABOUT THE CALABARZON MINIMUM WAGE INCREASE TAKING EFFECT TODAY

A higher minimum wage takes effect in CALABARZON today, October 26. Before comparing it with your payslip, check which rate applies to your workplace. The amount varies by location and sector, and household workers have a separate monthly minimum.

Daily Brief · October 26, 2026

MCT DAILY BRIEF: OCTOBER 26, 2026 · MORNING

Good morning. Alleged fraudulent road right-of-way payments worth ₱491.9 million are the subject of criminal action announced by the Ombudsman. Senate President Win Gatchalian says implementation of two senators' suspension orders is on hold. Immigration officials are warning…

Explainer · October 25, 2026

ABOUT COMPENSATION FOR WORK-RELATED HEAT ILLNESS

If someone becomes ill while working in extreme heat, the problem can continue after the shift ends: medical bills, missed work and uncertainty about where to ask for help. The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) announced guidelines on October 23 for heat-illness claims…

The Daily Brief · October 26, 2026

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Commentary · October 20, 2026

HOW DOES BBM CHOOSE THE PEOPLE HE APPOINTS TO GOVERNMENT?

Zofia Canlas’s PCUP appointment led me back through several Marcos decisions: Gadon, Torre, the Cabinet reset and a four-week Health Secretary. The question is not whether every appointee will succeed. It is how the President decides who gets the job.

Commentary · October 18, 2026

WHAT IF TREASON DID NOT HAVE TO WAIT FOR WAR?

We keep talking about treason whenever a politician seems more interested in defending another country than protecting the Philippines. People get angry, demand action, and ask why nobody is filing a case.

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Explainer · October 24, 2026

ABOUT THE PCO'S COURTESY RESIGNATIONS AND CLAIRE CASTRO'S RETENTION

Officials have submitted courtesy resignations at the Presidential Communications Office, but Palace Press Officer Claire Castro is staying. Acting Secretary Lino Cayetano confirmed that on October 23, giving the public one clear personnel decision while other changes remain…

Explainer · October 23, 2026

ABOUT BATO DELA ROSA’S ₱50-MILLION BOUNTY

The DILG announced a ₱50-million bounty for Senator Bato dela Rosa’s capture on October 23. The announcement came after months of talk about a possible reward—and days after Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla said authorities knew dela Rosa was in Mindanao and were negotiating…

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