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OPINION/SATIRE: The shirtless and the dead

Alan Robles -- Hot Manila
Posted at Jun 22 07:07 PM

This is Police Super General Marcos Dampot-Kaladkad and I am here to explain the campaign against lawless elements. Read more »

OPINION/SATIRE: About that huge Chinese military plane that landed in Davao

Alan Robles -- Hot Manila
Posted at Jun 15 04:09 PM

Hello everybody! Welcome to the briefing about our People's Liberation Army Air Force aircraft. I'm the pilot, Captain Ha So Su Mi. Read more »

OPINION/SATIRE: Happiness on ten thousand pesos a month

Alan Robles -- HOT MANILA
Posted at Jun 08 08:56 PM

Greetings crybabies! It is I, Dr. Maghirap Kayo, the government's top economic planner. Read more »

OPINION/SATIRE: Technocrat worried economic policies don't oppress the poor enough

Alan Robles -- Hot Manila
Posted at Jun 02 04:57 PM

A government technocrat said recently he was "very worried" that economic policies are not hurting the poor enough. Read more »

OPINION/SATIRE: Welcome to the Plunder Buffet

Alan Robles
Posted at May 25 05:30 AM

What is "Buhay Carinderia"? Why does it cost so much? Isn't a carinderia just a Filipino eatery? Why is it priced at P300 million? Why was the down payment made before even anything was submitted? Read more »

OPINION/SATIRE: Philippine military unveils dramatic new defense strategy: no fighting

Alan Robles -- Hot Manila
Posted at May 19 05:47 AM

He explained that "if China attacks, Filipinos will defend their country by moving to another place, probably Russia, where they can get free Vkontakte to replace Facebook." Read more »

OPINION/SATIRE: Quo warranto and other news

Alan Robles -- Hot Manila
Posted at May 11 02:53 PM

Now for this week's Fake News Digest, your round-up of all the latest bogus stories. Here are the major phony reports, invented just for you by our imaginary staff. Read more »

OPINION/SATIRE: And now for your fake news update

Alan Robles -- Hot Manila
Posted at May 05 10:29 AM

 Here are today's top phony stories, specially manufactured for your enjoyment.   Read more »

OPINION/SATIRE: Operation Desert Epal: The liberation of Kuwait

Alan Robles — Hot Manila
Posted at Apr 28 03:12 AM

The action begins deep in the command bunker of a certain high-ranking diplomatic official.  Read more »

OPINION/SATIRE: Dream fights for Pacman

Alan Robles -- Hot Manila
Posted at Apr 26 12:11 AM

Who can Manny Pacquiao fight?  Read more »

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 »