2026-02-21 • Robel A. Almoguerra
Indian nationals arrested for ₱233.2 million worth of cocaine in Calamba — Is the Philippine drug trade truly foreign-driven?
CALAMBA CITY, Laguna — Two Indian nationals were arrested in a pre-dawn buy-bust operation in Villa de Calamba, Barangay La Mesa, Calamba City on Saturday, February 21, 2026, in a seizure that underscores ongoing concern... CALAMBA CITY, Laguna — Two Indian nationals were arrested in a pre-dawn buy...

2026-02-21 • Robel A. Almoguerra
‘Atin ang West Philippine Sea’ — Symbol of sovereignty or test of national commitment?
MANILA, Philippines — In a heartfelt social media post, Senator Risa Hontiveros shared her recent visit to Pag‑asa Island — a remote but strategically important part of the Kalayaan Island Group in the West Philippine Se... MANILA, Philippines — In a heartfelt social media post, Senator Risa Hontiv...

2026-02-21 • Robel A. Almoguerra
9-year-old in motorcycle theft — Childhood or warning sign?
GENERAL TRIAS, Cavite — Several minors — including a nine-year-old — were allegedly involved in the theft of two motorcycles from a motorcycle shop in Barangay Santiago, according to police authorities.The children in co... GENERAL TRIAS, Cavite — Several minors — including a nine-year-old — were a...

2026-02-21 • Robel A. Almoguerra
Teen missing after diving into flooded creek while filming video — Are views becoming more important than safety?
AGUSAN DEL SUR, Mindanao — A supposed social media vlog turned into a tragedy after a 15-year-old boy went missing while swimming in floodwaters in Veruela, Agusan del Sur on February 20, 2026.The teenager, identified as... AGUSAN DEL SUR, Mindanao — A supposed social media vlog turned into a trage...