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FIRING LINE: Graduates must not be torn between 2 parents

adminFebruary 12, 2026February 12, 202606 mins

FIRING LINE: Graduates must not be torn between 2 parents By Robert B. Roque Jr. l February 12, 2026 l Manila, Philippines A former yaya of my kids has reached a proud moment — her only son is graduating from elementary school. However, at the recent PTA meeting, they were informed that only one guest…

SC Ruling: A Crack in the Wall for Same-Sex Couple Rights

Bing JabadanFebruary 11, 2026February 11, 202606 mins

Associate Justice Jhosep Lopez, SC Ruling: A Crack in the Wall for Same-Sex Couple Rights By Bing Jabadan – TheNATIONWEEK.com | February 11, 2026 MANILA, Philippines – In a nation where the legalization of same-sex marriage remains a distant dream, overshadowed by the powerful influence of the Catholic Church, the Supreme Court (SC) has delivered…

2 Intramuros Guards Face Criminal Charges After Brutal Assault on Teenager

Bing JabadanFebruary 10, 2026February 10, 202604 mins

2 Intramuros Guards Face Criminal Charges After Brutal Assault on Teenager By Bing Jabadan – TheNATIONWEEK.com | February 10, 2026 MANILA, Philippines – Two security guards are facing criminal charges after a video surfaced showing them assaulting a 17-year-old boy at the Pasig River Esplanade in Intramuros, Manila. Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso presented…

Angelica Jones ascends in the JCI Senate, champions integrity, public service

adminFebruary 10, 2026February 10, 202604 mins

Angelica Jones ascends in the JCI Senate, champions integrity, public service By Obette Serrano – TheNATIONWEEK.com | February 10, 2026 MANILA, Philippines – Angelica Jones Alarva, known as “Miss Flawless” in the entertainment industry, is making significant strides in public service, seamlessly merging her showbiz career with a commitment to the community. The actress and…

NAIA Hits Record High of 4.96 Million Passengers; NNIC Remits P62.7 Billion

Bing JabadanFebruary 10, 2026February 10, 202605 mins

NAIA Terminal 3 NAIA Hits Record High of 4.96 Million Passengers; NNIC Remits P62.7 Billion By Bing Jabadan – TheNATIONWEEK.com | February 10, 2026 MANILA, Philippines – The Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) reached a new milestone last month, handling a record 4.96 million passengers. The record-breaking increase in the number of passengers was fueled…

5,572 New Lawyers Sworn In; SC Cites Ethics, Service

Bing JabadanFebruary 10, 2026February 10, 202607 mins

Supreme Court Associate Justice Amy C. Lazaro-Javier, Chairperson of the 2025 Bar Examinations, inspires the newest members of the Philippine Bar during their Oath-Taking and Roll-Signing Ceremonies at the Philippine Arena. (Photo courtesy: SC Communications Office) 5,572 New Lawyers Sworn In; SC Cites Ethics, Service By Bing Jabadan – TheNATIONWEEK.com | February 10, 2026 MANILA,…

FIRING LINE: OA in the Senate

adminFebruary 10, 2026February 10, 202606 mins

FIRING LINE: OA in the Senate By Robert B. Roque Jr. l February 10, 2026 l Manila, Philippines This past weekend, the infamous speech at the plenary given by Sen. Robinhood Padilla last January 26 has kept flashing across my social media walls. I hadn’t given that speech much attention two weeks ago since I…

Isko Orders Probe of Teenager Mauling by 2 Security Guards

Bing JabadanFebruary 9, 2026February 10, 202604 mins

The Manila Police District presents security guards Gilbert Y. Pedemonte Mendez and Nilo Y. Amba Anub to Mayor Isko Moreno after their brutal assault on a 17-year-old boy. Isko Orders Probe of Teenager Mauling by 2 Security Guards By Bing Jabadan – TheNATIONWEEK.com | February 9, 2026 MANILA, Philippines – Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno…

BI Intensifies Crackdown On Foreigners, Arrests 8

Bing JabadanFebruary 9, 2026February 10, 202607 mins

BI Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado BI Intensifies Crackdown On Foreigners, Arrests 8 By Bing Jabadan – TheNATIONWEEK.com | February 9, 2026 MANILA, Philippines – The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has ramped up its enforcement efforts, arresting eight foreign nationals in a string of operations across the country in recent weeks. The foreigners were nabbed for…

Catch the K-Wave: PAL Offers Discounted Flights to South Korea

Bing JabadanFebruary 6, 2026February 6, 202604 mins

Catch the K-Wave: PAL Offers Discounted Flights to South Korea By Bing Jabadan – TheNATIONWEEK.com | February 6, 2026 MANILA, Philippines – South Korea’s magnetic pull on global travelers, fueled by its vibrant pop culture and rich traditions, has become stronger. Philippine Airlines (PAL) is now offering a limited-time 10% discount on base fares for…