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Trump orders Maduro’s abduction; says U.S. will run Venezuela
United States (US) President Donald Trump ordered the abduction of Venezuela President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, on January 3, following months of pressure from the Trump administration. Explosions and military aircraft activity were reported near several military sites in Caracas, Venezuela, shortly after midnight on the said day. Venezuelan authorities confirmed at least 40 casualties, including civilians and members of the armed forces. According to report
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Cathy Cabral and the Files She Left Behind
While Filipinos were celebrating the festive season, the sudden death of former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Undersecretary Catalina “Cathy” Cabral cast a shadow over the holidays. Her passing not only left her family in mourning but also removed a central figure linked to the unfolding flood control and budget controversies. This report looks back at who Cabral was, the paper trail she left behind, and the issues surrounding her final months. General Inform
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Jan 1


PUP hosts JSAP National Conference 2025, promotes sustainable development reporting
Centered on journalism’s role in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the Journalism Studies Association of the Philippines (JSAP) National Conference 2025 gathered students, educators, and media practitioners on December 9, at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines’ (PUP) Bulwagang Balagtas. Organized by the PUP Department of Journalism (DOJ) in collaboration with the JSAP board members and partner institutions, the conference carried the theme “Journal
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Dec 18, 2025


Co-nfessions: Zaldy Co points fingers at Marcos Jr., Romualdez
Former Ako-Bicol party-list representative and former House Appropriations Committee chair Zaldy Co has broken his months-long silence, releasing a series of videos that thrust President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. and Leyte 1st District Rep. and former House Speaker Martin Romualdez into the spotlight amid a brewing controversy over budget irregularities and flood control corruption scandal. WHO IS ZALDY CO? Elizaldy “Zaldy” Salcedo Co is a former Ako Bicol party‑list re
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Nov 23, 2025


ISD 2025: Sektor ng kabataan nagkaisa sa kilos-protesta kontra korapsyon
Sa taunang selebrasyon ng International Students’ Day (ISD), nagkaisa sa inilunsad na kilos-protesta ang iba’t ibang grupo at sektor mula sa mga pamantasan sa Maynila, kabilang na ang komunidad ng Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP), noong Nobyembre 17. Bitbit ang kani-kanilang mga plakard at balatengga na naglalaman ng mga panawagan at hinaing, nagmartsa ang buong hanay patungong Mendiola Peace Arch, kung saan nakatakda sanang ganapin ang programa. Sa taong ito,
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Nov 23, 2025


COC SC Opens a New Chapter of Leadership
College of Communication (COC) stands at the dawn of a new era as the results of PUP Halalan 2025 officially introduce its newly elected Student Council. With this new wave of student leaders, the college begins its term marked by a renewed commitment to student representation, academic excellence, and community involvement. The newly elected COC Student Council is composed entirely of candidates from Sandigan ng Mag-aaral para sa Sambayanan (SAMASA) COC, which ushers in a ne
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Nov 20, 2025


Katotohanang 'Di Masusupil: Baluyot at Brillante, naninindigan sa kabila ng subpoena
Habang ang karamihan sa mga estudyante ay abala sa mga klase at proyekto, dalawang lider-estudyante mula sa Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) ang nakatanggap ng dokumentong nagdulot ng pangamba—isang subpoena mula sa Philippine National Police–Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (PNP-CIDG). Noong Oktubre 7, natanggap ni Jacob Baluyot, third-year student ng Bachelor of Arts in Journalism (BAJ) at kasalukuyang National Chairperson ng Alyansa ng Kabataang Ma
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Nov 4, 2025


𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 | 𝐈𝐊𝐔𝐋𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐍𝐀 ’𝐘𝐀𝐍, 𝐌𝐆𝐀 𝐊𝐔𝐑𝐀𝐊𝐎𝐓!: 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢-𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐮𝐩𝐭 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐄𝐫𝐮𝐩𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐥𝐚
Over 80,000 Filipinos joined the youth-led protest “Baha sa Luneta: Aksyon Laban sa Korapsyon” at Rizal Park on September 21, coinciding...
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Sep 28, 2025


Silingan, Kin of drug war victims find renewed hope upom Duterte's arrest
Higugma imong silingan. (Love thy neighbor.) The atmosphere at Silingan Coffee inside Cubao Expo was unusually warm and lively that...
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Sep 23, 2025


COC Freshmen Fest 2025 welcomes over 700 students with music and advocacy
With over 700 freshmen in attendance, the Polytechnic University of the Philippines College of Communication (PUP COC) marked the start...
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Sep 22, 2025


All Politics is Local: How dynasties, aid, and power persist in NCR
The Philippines is a democracy, but political power often stays within families. The local scene has birthed long-standing dynasties—from...
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Aug 28, 2025


Rock and rumble at Rainbow Fest 2025
Was it a one-time mishap or a sign of deeper issues in council-led events? What was meant to be a vibrant celebration and protest...
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Aug 11, 2025


TV5’s ‘Vibe’ music countdown drops in August, OPM in the spotlight
Vote your vibe. Be the vibe! A celebration of OPM unfolds on August 9, as TV5 and MQuest Ventures unveil Vibe , the newest fan-powered...
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Aug 5, 2025


#SONA2025 by the beat: Three years in Marcos Jr’s office
Three years into office, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has yet to address several key issues affecting the common Filipino such as ineffective flood control projects, disruptions in basic services, rising prices of necessities, and worsening education crisis—all amid political pivots such as Duterte in ICC, impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte, and the convening of the 20th Congress.
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Jul 31, 2025


Journ students showcase works and stories in full bloom in Media Fest ‘25
The ink that once hesitated now flows freely—and blooms.
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Jul 23, 2025


Volunteers call quits with Tanglaw Fest 2025, dissatisfaction over SKM looms
ADDENDUM [as of 11:54 AM, July 16]: Three heads and 12 members from Finance, three heads and 16 members from Logistics, two heads and 12...
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Jul 16, 2025


PUP faculty designees to lose ₱10K+ take-home pay due to night service reduction memo
PUP faculty designees fear take-home pay cuts induced by a unilateral joint memorandum on the reduction of regular teaching loads and night services released by the Offices of the Vice Presidents for Academic Affairs and Administration (OVPAA-OVPA), June 2.
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Jul 7, 2025


SKM prexy Brillante addresses council issues
UPDATE [as of July 6, 10:52 PM]: Noriko Wade Alsisto, Councilor for Athletes’ Welfare and Sports Development, has retracted their...
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Jul 6, 2025


DAUNTRES nabs 33rd Grand AdClash ‘SwaBEST’ crown
Bachelor in Advertising and Public Relations (BAPR) graduating block 4-3D, collectively named DAUNTRES, dominates the 33rd Grand AdClash,...
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Jul 4, 2025


‘Kami ang daga, sila ang pusa’: Teresa trike terminal, apektado ng NSCR
Pangamba ang dulot ng eviction notice noong Hunyo 16 kay Tomas Miranda, presidente ng Hipodromo Tricycle Drivers Association (HITODA),...
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Jun 24, 2025
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