Author: Michael Beltran
Manila, the Philippines – Veronica Bebero faced interrogation by police at the US Embassy in Manila for using fake documents in her US visa application. She had fallen victim to a scam involving a fake annulment promising quick results for a fee. As the Philippines is one of the few countries not recognizing divorce, annulments are the only option, costing half a million pesos and taking years to process. However, a new Absolute Divorce Bill offers hope for those seeking an affordable way out of failed marriages. The Catholic Church and conservative senators have opposed the bill, advocating for reforms…
Manila, Philippines – The annual State of the Nation address in the Philippines has transformed into a glamorous event reminiscent of a Hollywood premiere. Amidst the glitz and glamour, the House of Representatives has imposed a ban on dissenting slogans and images on attire for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr’s upcoming address. As Marcos Jr prepares to tout his economic achievements, tens of thousands of protesters are set to march on Congress, highlighting public discontent over rising inflation and slow wage growth. Despite the president’s emphasis on infrastructure projects and foreign investment, critics argue that economic growth metrics do not reflect…