Joey Salgado

September 19, 2024

The Left in Congress Finally Gets a Seat at the Table. But for How Long?

For the Makabayan bloc, the urgent task is to go beyond the role of wrecking crew against the Dutertes and offer pro-people alternatives...

September 16, 2024

“Alipato at Muog” Resurrects Decades-old Debate Over Censorship and Freedom of Expression

For the MTRCB, there is a greater responsibility to err on the side of openness, tolerance, and respect for the Constitution...

September 13, 2024

Flippin’ the Pusit at Sara. But Did She Flip First?

Did the Vice President’s squid tactics scare or distract the committee members who were, in her estimation, circling around her like predators?...

September 10, 2024

The Parable of the Man-god, and the Ex-mayor Who Talks to Chickens

Thus he emerged, sweaty, from his tunnel of love and succor. And everything was good. Now begins the photo ops....

September 07, 2024

Sergio Mendes, Bossa Nova Pioneer and Frequent Manila Visitor, 83

Sergio Mendes was a favorite among Filipinos who grew up in the 60s and 70s who related both to his infectious, upbeat bossa and his tender love songs...

August 29, 2024

Eraserheads and the Pop Machine Magic

The Eraserheads were part of and spoke for a generation looking for clues...

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