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OPINION/SATIRE: Are you qualified to help assist in the Dengvaxia investigation?

Alan Robles -- Hot Manila
Posted at Feb 20 03:39 AM

Are you confused by the controversy over the Dengvaxia vaccine? Here are the two things you should always remember about the issue: Read more »

OPINION/SATIRE: China denies its survey ship is violating boundaries by venturing inside Palace

Alan Robles - Hot Manila
Posted at Feb 10 04:22 AM

Beijing yesterday denied reports a Chinese research vessel was illegally venturing into Malacañang Palace. Read more »

OPINION/SATIRE: PCOO reveals recruitment is based on Dungeons and Dragons Monster Manual

Alan Robles -- Hot Manila
Posted at Feb 03 04:22 AM

The government information office yesterday said it has been taking the fight against fake news "to a new level" by recruiting creatures from Advanced Dungeons and Dragons Monster Manual. Read more »

OPINION: Have you seen our volcano?

Alan Robles -- Hot Manila
Updated as of Jan 26 10:09 PM

Volcanologists said yesterday they were at a loss to explain how the majestic and iconic Mayon Volcano suddenly relocated to another province. Read more »

Prepare to be Mazufied

Alan Robles - Hot Manila
Posted at Jan 21 06:47 PM

Are you ready for Mazu? Read more »

OPINION: 4 vaccines for all occasions

Alan Robles — Hot Manila
Updated as of Jan 08 04:56 PM

Does the new year find you depressed? Feeling unhealthy? Perhaps what you need is a vaccine shot. Read more »

OPINION: Malacañang Palace reviewed

Alan Robles — Hot Manila
Posted at Dec 18 07:28 PM

We've heard the raves, the excited word of mouth: it's supposed to be the in-place, the perfect venue for a photoshoot, ideal for a short stay, a great location for a class reunion or party. But before you give in to the hype and rush off to book Malacañang Palace, you might want to play it safe first and read the Trip Advisor reviews: Read more »

OPINION: What's happening in Congress?

Alan Robles — Hot Manila
Posted at Dec 02 06:06 AM

Having ingested too many televised committee hearings the past few days, I had a disturbed sleep where I dreamt I interviewed a congressman. Read more »

OPINION: Our first online survey

Alan Robles — Hot Manila
Posted at Nov 29 04:05 AM

We couldn't believe how some networks and newspapers would just blindly publish the results of an online survey.  Read more »

OPINION: Stamp of Approval

Alan Robles — Hot Manila
Posted at Nov 03 05:42 PM

Last week, without any warning the Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) issued a special commemorative stamp featuring the smiling face of the murderous dictator Ferdinand Marcos. It provoked an outcry, protests and questions. We are here to answer those questions. Read more »

OPINION: Your career in media

Alan Robles — Hot Manila
Updated as of Oct 11 05:28 PM

Since the Senate hearing on fake news, blogging and journalism, we've received tens of thousands of requests for our expert media opinion about what happened. We will now answer your questions on the matter. Read more »

OPINION: Curing your sick democracy

Alan Robles - Hot Manila
Posted at Jul 21 07:35 PM

Dear Philippine democracy, have you been feeling listless and sleepy? Are you sick and tired of human rights? Do freedom and liberty give you migraine? When you hear the words "writ of habeas corpus," do you suffer vertigo and nosebleed? Read more »

OPINION/SATIRE: ASEAN for everyone

Alan Robles - Hot Manila
Updated as of May 20 11:42 AM

Why are nasty critics saying President Duterte accomplished nothing during his trips to Hong Kong, China and Cambodia? It is simply not true. Let's look at his concrete achievements: Read more »

OPINION/SATIRE: The discarded statement

Alan Robles - Hot Manila
Posted at May 12 10:06 PM

Soon after President Duterte appointed Senator Alan Cayetano foreign affairs secretary, the foreign office (DFA) issued this statement: Read more »

OPINION: Preparing for the UN review

Alan Robles
Updated as of May 06 02:38 AM

Facing a United Nations Human Rights Council periodic review, the Duterte administration is sending a special delegation to Geneva. The elite team will properly address the issue by taking down the names of UN officials, putting them on lists and warning them they might be visited by members of the Philippine National Police riding tandem bikes. Just kidding. Read more »

OPINION: Visitor's Guide to Duterte's Glorious Philippines

Alan Robles
Posted at Apr 28 03:23 PM

To all our guests and visitors to the Asean summit, mabuhay! Welcome to Manila! Many of you are surely curious to know how our country is coming along under the new administration. For your convenience we have printed the following short pamphlet which we hope will address your main questions.  Read more »

OPINION: Enroll Now at Moka Pek News Akademi

Alan Robles
Posted at Apr 21 07:43 PM

We offer a complete syllabus that will have you up and running in no time at all as a trollnalist. Just look at some of the exciting courses we have lined up for students. Read more »

OPINION: Favorite yoga positions of the Duterte administration

Alan Robles - Hot Manila
Posted at Apr 11 03:38 AM

Weeks ago, the ever reliable Stinking Pinoy News Network (SPNN) dropped a bombshell: a photo of the vice president DOING YOGA WITH A TRAINER RIGHT IN HER OFFICE. SPNN implied she used public funds for private lessons. Read more »

OPINION: Should the Vice President be impeached?

Alan Robles - Hot Manila
Updated as of Apr 08 04:50 AM

Thousands of Filipinos have been savagely killed in eight months, and the murders haven't stopped. Read more »

OPINION: Instant Duterte Speech

Alan Robles - Hot Manila
Posted at Apr 05 03:41 PM

We have good news for you: thanks to the handy dandy INSTANT DUTERTE SPEECHMAKER, you, too, can now compose your very own populist speech! There's nothing to it, simply read the text below, select the words (obscene gestures and spittle not included) suited to the occasion and voila - you'll sound just like our glorious leader! Read more »