Vera Files columnist Antonio Montalvan II wrote on April 13, 2025 that Senator Imee Marcos admitted in a U.S. court that activist Archimedes "Archie" Trajano was tortured and killed.
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Boy killed in Bato’s ‘Oplan Tokhang’ remembered: ‘Binata na sana siya ngayon’
Almost a decade ago, a stray bullet ended the dream of nine-year-old Lenin Baylon to become a teacher after he was killed during a crossfire between unknown gunmen and two alleged drug suspects in Caloocan City.
‘Passenger Seat’ singer Stephen Speaks lauds Bam Aquino and PH musicians
International singer Rockwell Ryan Ripperger (aka Stephen Speaks), the voice behind the hit song “Passenger Seat,” lauded former Senator and independent senatorial candidate Bam Aquino and a group of Filipino singers for their initiative to craft policies that will benefit musicians in the Philippines.
Photojournalist retells stories of ‘Tokhang’ victims during Bato’s watch as PNP chief
A Filipino photojournalist, renowned for capturing some of the most harrowing scenes of the brutal drug war during President Rodrigo Duterte's administration, has revisited several killings that took place under the leadership of then-Philippine National Police (PNP) chief and now-Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa.
Analyst: Sen. Bato dela Rosa trying to present himself as a victim to gain support and sympathy
According to a political analyst, Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa is trying to present himself as a victim of persecution in an effort to garner the same support and sympathy from his followers that former President Rodrigo Duterte still enjoys.
Sam Verzosa feels he’s destined for public service
“Buong buhay ko yata, ni-ready ako ni God. Lahat ng nangyari sa buhay ko, sa tingin ko, hinanda niya ako para dito. Sa araw na ‘to, sa laban na ‘to, sa kakayanan ko ngayon, prinepare ako ng Panginoon, sa tingin ko ito ang tadhana ko,” Manila City candidate for Mayor, Sam Verzosa during his campaign rally kick-off.
Receipts, testimonials, results: Arjo Atayde’s first 3 years in Congress
"Ang kapangyarihan ay hindi permanente. Ito ay isang pagkakataon at tunay na totoong pagkakataon at responsibilidad na gumawa ng mabuti para sa kapwa. Isang oportunidad na mapabuti ang buhay ng iba. Patuloy po ako sa misyon ko dito sa distrito uno." - Cong. Arjo Atayde
Over 400,000 residents benefit from Aksyon Agad in QC’s first district, says Atayde
In a comprehensive State of the District Address (SODA) delivered on Monday at the Skydome in SM North, Quezon City 1st District Rep. Juan Carlos “Arjo” Atayde reported that more than 400,000 individuals have directly benefited from his signature “Aksyon Agad” programs since taking office in 2022.
Pio Balbuena thanks Senator Bam Aquino for giving hope to ‘tambays’ through his free college law
Rapper, actor, director, and vlogger Pio Balbuena expressed his appreciation to former Senator and independent senatorial candidate Bam Aquino for giving unemployed individuals, often referred to as “tambays,” a chance at a better future through his free college education law.
Meet anti-corruption advocate Atty. Levito Baligod, the PDAF scam lawyer
Lawyer Levito Baligod, an anti-corruption advocate, is urging the implementation of a continuous budget process to reduce government corruption. He emphasizes the importance of transparency in all government projects to ensure the responsible use of public funds.
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