Michael Apacible Bulletin

On Wednesday, June 26, Senator Manuel “Lito” Lapid firmly denied any involvement in the operations of Lucky South 99 Outsourcing, the Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) hub located in Porac, Pampanga. Appearing before the Senate Committee on Women, Children, Family Relations, and Gender Equality, Lapid addressed allegations made by an unnamed vlogger that he owns the 10-hectare land where the POGO facility operates. Allegations and Denial The POGO hub in Porac comprises at least 42 buildings and recently came under scrutiny when authorities raided the compound, uncovering human trafficking and other illegal activities. During the Senate hearing, Lapid categorically denied any connection to the POGO operations, emphasizing his willingness to resign if any evidence to the contrary were found. "I will resign as a senator if it is proven that I am involved in that POGO. I will not allow my name to be tarnished here. I’ve been a vice governor of Pampanga for three years, I have

  Celebrations and Visions for Justice As former Senator Leila de Lima savors her newfound freedom following the final acquittal in her legal battles, celebrations erupted among her supporters. Most notably, they wore the signature color yellow, symbolizing their solidarity and commitment to justice. Former Presidential Advisor Ging Deles and other significant figures joined de Lima, emphasizing the collective effort in achieving this milestone. De Lima reiterated her dedication to pursuing justice for the victims of the drug war, a cause she championed even before her senatorial tenure. Historical Context and Struggles Delving into de Lima's journey, her incarceration stemmed from her vocal criticisms of President Duterte and his administration's drug war. She probed the Davao Death Squad killings during her tenure as the Commission on Human Rights Chairperson, earning her status as one of the staunchest critics of the drug war. Even during detention, she continued to critique

Isang Viral na Post at ang Kwento ng Ayuda sa Davao del Sur Isang babae mula sa Davao del Sur ang naging viral matapos magpost sa social media tungkol sa kanyang karanasan sa pagtanggap ng ayuda mula sa Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). Ang kanyang tuwa ay mabilis na napalitan ng dalamhati nang may mangyari sa perang natanggap niya. Ang Kwento ng Ayuda Pagtanggap ng Ayuda Ang babae, na isang recipient ng cash aid sa ilalim ng Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation Program (AICS) ng DSWD, ay masayang nagpost sa social media matapos matanggap ang tulong pinansyal na nagkakahalaga ng P10,000. Ipinakita pa niya ang pera sa kanyang post, puno ng pasasalamat sa natanggap na tulong. Pagpalit ng Kasiyahan sa Lungkot Ngunit ang kanyang kasiyahan ay mabilis na napalitan ng lungkot. Ikinwento niya na ipinatawag siya sa kanilang barangay kung saan kinuha sa kanya ang natanggap na ayuda. Sa halip na P10,000, tanging P1,500 na lamang ang naiwan sa kanya, kulang na ng P8,500

In Taiwan, the current delicate peace is showing signs of fragility as the self-governed island has a new leader who China views as a reckless separatist. In an attempt to display its military capabilities, Beijing conducted military exercises near Taiwan, coming as close as 45 miles from the island's coast. This tension has been ongoing for decades, and is particularly felt in places like Keelung, a naval base. The recent military drills serve as a warning to Taiwan, emphasizing China's stance on the issue of sovereignty. It is clear that the situation carries significant implications, with the potential for severe consequences if Beijing were to escalate the situation militarily.   However, a noticeable fatigue has begun to emerge, especially among young individuals, with a collective sense of disinterest every time the rhetorical arguments arise. In the harbor, people are actively seeking distractions and are disengaging from conversations about China. Years of military ex