April 21, 2026 – TheNationWeek

Kakistocracy’s Deadly Grip: When Aid Queues Become Death Traps

Bing JabadanApril 21, 2026April 21, 2026012 mins

Kakistocracy’s Deadly Grip: When Aid Queues Become Death Traps By Bing Jabadan – TheNATIONWEEK.com | April 21, 2026 MANILA, Philippines – The unforgiving sun, a silent witness to a nation’s systemic failings, beat down on April 19, 2026, as a motorcycle taxi rider, a vital cog in the Philippines’ booming digital economy, collapsed and died…

Trump Declares Unyielding Hormuz Blockade Until Iran Accedes to Agreement

adminApril 21, 2026April 21, 202606 mins

President Donald Trump Trump Declares Unyielding Hormuz Blockade Until Iran Accedes to Agreement By Paul V. Young – TheNATIONWEEK.com | April 21, 2026 WASHINGTON, DC – In a move signaling a hardened stance, President Donald Trump has declared that the United States will maintain its blockade on Iranian ports. This resolute position, articulated amidst escalating…

Napolcom: Police Misconduct “Huge Disgrace,” Probe Widens On Cover-Up

Bing JabadanApril 21, 2026April 21, 202609 mins

Napolcom Vice Chairman and Executive Officer Ralph Calinisan presents Police Chief Master Sergeant Jenifer Bredico to the media during a press briefing. (Photo courtesy of Napolcom.) Napolcom: Police Misconduct “Huge Disgrace,” Probe Widens On Cover-Up By Bing Jabadan – TheNATIONWEEK.com | April 21, 2026 MANILA, Philippines – A dramatic incident on the bustling EDSA Busway,…

Siargao: Israeli “Invasion” Ignites Deportation Fury

Bing JabadanApril 21, 2026April 21, 2026011 mins

Siargao: Israeli “Invasion” Ignites Deportation Fury By Bing Jabadan – TheNATIONWEEK.com | April 21, 2026 SIARGAO ISLAND, Philippines – A wave of discontent is sweeping across Siargao Island, as local residents and business owners demand urgent intervention from authorities to address what they describe as an “invasion” of Israeli tourists. Allegations of aggressive behavior, profound…

FIRING LINE: Enough of patronage politics

adminApril 21, 2026April 21, 202607 mins

FIRING LINE: Enough of patronage politics By Robert B. Roque Jr. | April 21, 2026 There is nothing novel about enforcing order in the streets. What is new Enough of patronage politics Senator Robin Padilla is one of the names being floated in discussions for the vice presidency in 2028, largely on account of his winnability….