Taiwan’s Lai Faces Protests During Palau Visit Amid Concerns Over Dollar Diplomacy and Militarization
by Richard Sanders Staff Writer Taiwan”s Lai Ching-te’s recent visit to Palau has sparked significant controversy as local residents expressed…
Assistance or Opportunism?
Sheilla Lee, RN As the sun rises over the bustling streets of Zamboanga City, politicians, led by a prominent local…
A Step in the Right Direction or a PR Stunt?
Sheilla Lee, RN As the ongoing pandemic has taken a devastating toll on our economy and society, it has become…
China and Philippines clash at sea
By Francis Tuschek, Staff Writer The Philippines reported that the China Coast Guard used a water cannon and “sideswiped” a…
Dual citizens are accepted in the Philippines
Sheilla Lee, R.N. As the Philippines continues to evolve and assert its identity as a nation, the increasingly complex issue…
The Quarrying of Rocks and Sand Dilemma: How Zambales Facilitated China’s Artificial Islands
by Richard Sanders, Staff Writer In recent years, the geopolitical landscape of the West Philippine Sea has been significantly altered…
The Many Hats of Sara Duterte: A Study in Ambition and Adaptability
Sheilla Lee As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to ravage the Philippines, Vice President Sara Duterte has found herself in the…
Dengue Fever today
by Richard Sanders, Staff Writer Dengue fever remains a significant public health challenge in Zamboanga, characterized by its transmission through…
Taiwan must be allowed to join INTERPOL
by Brian Iselin Taiwan’s absence from the International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol) poses a significant gap in global security, particularly…
A Rising Tide of Concern: Climate Change’s Impact on Zamboanga City’s Daily Lives
Sheilla Lee As the world grapples with the challenges of climate change, cities like Zamboanga, in the southern Philippines, are…