How Did The Philippines Become One Of Asia's Most Unequal Countries? | Insight
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According to Oxfam, inequality is rising in Asia. The richest 10% of Asians capture 60% - 77% of national income. The poorest half? Just 12% - 15%.

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Graft raps filed vs Revilla, 6 ex-DPWH officials over Bulacan flood control project

The Office of the Ombudsman has filed its third set of graft and malversation complaints linked to infrastructure corruption before the Sandiganbayan, this time targeting former Sen. Bong Revilla and six former Public Works officials. — January 16, 2026

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Filipino students’ proficiency plummets to near zero by Senior High School, study finds

At Grade 3, nearly one in three Filipino children can read, count, and solve problems at a level deemed “proficient” but by the time that same cohort reaches the end of high school, that number has all but vanished. — January 16, 2026

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In Politics

Stark relationship: Poverty persists where dynastic power endures

How entrenched political families in Congress continue to block reforms, leaving millions in poverty — January 13, 2026

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In Technology

Data centers raise concerns for energy-burdened households - PCIJ.org

In a low-income community in the Manila suburb of Fairview, a large rectangular structure is rising near a busy highway clogged with vehicles, commuters, and commerce. Few passersby realize that this building is one of four data centers that will be built in Fairview. — January 11, 2026

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In Economy

Why Is the Philippine Peso So Weak and Who Benefits?

In early January, the Philippine peso slid to 59.38 per dollar — its weakest level on record. While it has since recouped some losses, officials have signaled a tolerance for further depreciation and traders are watching closely for any signs of central bank intervention. — January 12, 2026