Category Archives: International

A Parallel View: Three Fingers, Five Fingers

In the grand theater of political irony, the Philippines witnesses its own version of a scripted drama, with the protagonist, Senator Leila de Lima, playing the role of a political prisoner yearning for freedom. Drawing parallels with Myanmar’s Aung San Suu Kyi, one can’t help but wonder if the Philippines is on the brink of a déjà vu moment. 

Aung Suu Kyi, once confined by the junta, emerged as Myanmar’s leader, raising eyebrows worldwide. Will de Lima follow suit and transform from an inmate into a stateswoman, or is this merely a farcical plot twist in the nation’s tumultuous political saga?

As the curtains rise and fall in the Philippine political arena, history seems to be toying with the notion of repetition. While some speculate on the potential ascension of de Lima to the highest echelons of power, others view it as a satirical play, questioning whether such a plot twist is plausible or merely a whimsical fantasy in the nation’s political script. 

Only time will reveal if the Philippines is destined to echo Myanmar’s historical narrative or carve its own unique tale of political metamorphosis.

Miss Universe Contestants Will Do Anything To Make It To Semifinals

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador (The Adobo Chronicles, South American Bureau) – As the Miss Universe competition goes into high gear, the contestants from all over the world are doing all they can to get the attention of fans, judges and the media in the race to at least make it to the semifinals.

Delegates and their supporters are actively urging pageant fans to vote in the online poll for a guaranteed spot in the top 16.

One candidate whose identity has been withheld, had a different, albeit brilliant idea to get attention.

In a boat ride involving several candidates, this contestant chose to ignore a group photo shoot and decided to lay on the boat deck to attract media attention.

While the strategy worked, what the contestant didn’t realize was that she wasn’t wearing a sash to identify the country she represents.

Total fail on IQ!

Quick Poll: Should Michelle Dee Wear Her Hair In A Bun During The Miss Universe Pageant?

The long and short of it.

When Michelle Dee won the Miss Universe Philippines pageant on finals night, she wore her hair in a bun. It is no secret that she likes her hair short.

Should she don her short hair or wear it in a bun on finals night of the Miss Universe Pageant in El Salvador. Yes or No?

Let us know in the comments section.