Category Archives: Media

Elon Musk Eyes Defunct SMNI News Channel, Plans “Truth-Driven” Makeover

In an unexpected turn, Elon Musk has reportedly set his sights on the Philippines’ now-defunct SMNI News Channel, promising a “revolution in truth-telling” that only he can deliver.

Following his previous musing to buy CNN, the tech mogul has apparently vowed to “fix media, one network at a time.” Insiders claim Musk was “fascinated” by SMNI’s recent history and intrigued by the idea of turning it into what he calls “X-ceptional News,” emphasizing unbiased reporting, free speech, and the abolishment of “fake news”—that is, unless it’s about him.

Meanwhile, some wonder if this will spell the end for Apollo Quiboloy’s infamous propaganda machine. “Elon could transform it,” commented one analyst, “or just add flamethrowers to the building.”

Only time will tell if Musk’s “vision for media” will finally usher in a new age of transparency in the Philippines—or simply another Twitter-like fiasco.

Manila Times: An Erratum Gone Awry

In a bold move proving that some mistakes are simply too iconic to fix, The Manila Times published an erratum that managed to be just as erroneous as the original blunder.

Clearly committed to their craft, the editorial team seems to believe in the “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” mantra, or in this case, “if it’s broke, double down.”

One can only assume the next erratum will issue a heartfelt apology for the erratum of the erratum, inadvertently adding a third mistake to the pile. At this rate, they’ll soon be publishing a trilogy of corrections!

Beginning of the End for VP Sara Duterte?

Is this the end of VP Sara Duterte’s political career? The question may seem premature—after all, she’s not just a politician but practically royalty in the Philippines. Her outbursts during the budget hearing were, to be fair, nothing new. She’s just showing us the same firebrand spirit that had endeared her to millions. What’s a little tantrum here and there when you’re used to ruling a city with an iron fist?

But perhaps the tide is turning. When even her most loyal defenders are now clutching their pearls, one might wonder if this is more than just a bad week. Could it be that the “daughter of the nation” is losing her charm? Her police security detail being pulled out could just be a case of thinning ranks, or maybe they, too, need a break from the drama.

As netizens mock her, and polls show her slipping, the once-unthinkable seems to be happening: people are questioning the infallibility of the Duterte brand. But let’s not be too quick to write her off. If there’s one thing the Duterte family knows, it’s how to play the long game. Like father like daughter like siblings. 

Still, if this is indeed the beginning of the end, it’s shaping up to be quite a show.