Philippine Politics

DPWH Flood Control Projects Scandal: The Most Damning Revelations So Far

From revelations in Senate and House probes to graft complaints and protests, here are the latest news and updates on the flood control projects scandal that continues to shake the nation

By Pie Gonzaga

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In the Muck of Things

Atom Araullo on His First Book, the Flood Control Mess, and Political Movements

Atom Araullo talks to Rolling Stone Philippines about his book A View from the Ground and whether the country is on the cusp of another EDSA revolution

By Pie Gonzaga

With Further Delay

Duterte’s Pre-Trial Hearing Postponement a ‘Desperate, Time-worn, and Calculated Ploy’ says Lawyer

The postponement of Rodrigo Duterte’s pre-trial hearing due to health concerns seems to borrow from the oldest trick in the book to evade accountability, and it’s not the first time the ICC’s seen it

By Pie Gonzaga

Long Day

The Senate Just Out-Crazied Itself with Bombshell Revelations and Escudero’s Ouster

Senator Chiz Escudero, who has been embroiled in the DPWH’s anomalous flood control projects, has been voted out of his position as senate president, with Senator Tito Sotto set to replace him

By Pie Gonzaga

Political Unrest

‘Kurakot Shaming’ Is Not Enough to End Corruption in the Philippines. So, What’s Next?

In recent weeks, the flood control scandal has dominated headlines, but it risks fading into just another cycle of online outrage and unresolved investigations. What’s an ordinary Filipino to do?

By Pie Gonzaga