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The Circus Known As The Marcos Ill-gotten Wealth

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In a stunning display of chronological gymnastics, the Philippine Supreme Court has afffirmed the dismissal of ill-gotten wealth cases against the Marcoses, showcasing a commitment to nostalgia that rivals even the most dedicated history buffs. 

Critics wonder if the esteemed Philippine court system is equipped with a judicial time machine, transporting itself back to an era when shoulder pads were the rage and Walkmans were cutting-edge technology.

Reminiscent of a ’90s sitcom rerun, this decision echoes a U.S. court’s similar dismissal in 1990, proving that in the Philippines, justice operates on a time delay. Perhaps the judiciary is still grappling with the concept of the internet, unaware that the rest of the world has moved on to self-driving cars and virtual reality.

Adding to the befuddlement, if there was never any ill-gotten wealth, one can’t help but wonder what happened to the billions diligently recovered by the Cory Aquino-created PCGG. Perhaps they were unwittingly invested in a time-travel venture, ensuring that confusion remains the only constant in this bewildering legal saga.

National News, Politics

Envious Of The Senate, HOR Wants To Relocate to BGC

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The House of Representatives has unleashed House Resolution 1390, a masterstroke calling for the formation of an ad hoc committee to ponder the radical notion of moving to Bonifacio Global City (BGC). Forget the pressing issues of the nation; what the country really needs is a new address for our lawmakers.

The current Batasang Pambansa building in Quezon City, a relic of the past, apparently lacks the sparkle and pizzazz that the halls of power truly deserve. 

Evidently, the House is suffering from Senate envy, green with envy at the impending move of their upper-house counterparts to a state-of-the-art building in BGC. Because nothing says “good governance” like relocating to the trendiest part of the city.

While the nation grapples with genuine concerns, it’s reassuring to know that our representatives have their priorities straight – new digs. After all, the best way to address the country’s challenges is with a change of scenery for our esteemed lawmakers.

National News, Politics

Confidential Funds No More!

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Well, ladies and gentlemen, it seems like the esteemed senators of the Philippines have made a bold move to remove those pesky confidential funds from government agencies with civilian functions. Bravo! Finally, we’re taking a stand against secrecy and leveling the playing field, or so they say.

But here’s the kicker: we have no idea how much money this will save us, the unsuspecting taxpayers. It’s almost like they want us to trust them blindly. How generous!

Oh, and let’s not forget the legislators’ noble sacrifice of giving up their beloved pork barrel funds. Now, they want to make sure government agencies can’t enjoy any perks either. It’s only fair, right? Who needs healthcare, infrastructure, and education anyway? Our senators and congressmen certainly don’t.

So, in this brave new world without pork barrel funds (if they indeed vanish into thin air), each senator will save us a whopping P200 million, and each member of the House of Representatives will save P70 million. What a relief for our hardworking legislators! At least we know where their priorities lie.