In recent years, the concepts of the green and blue economies have gained global momentum as nations urgently strive to achieve sustainable development goals. These paradigms underscore the critical importance of environmental conservation, resource efficiency, and economic prosperity. For the Philippines, a country blessed with abundant natural resources on land and in its surrounding seas,…
by Luke Allen In a significant development that could alter the balance of power in ongoing regional conflicts, Iran is set to deliver hundreds of ballistic missiles to Russia, according to two European intelligence sources. The missiles, specifically the Fath-360 close-range ballistic missiles, are expected to be handed over following the completion of training for…
By Luke Allen August 10, 2024—In a recent development, the Harris campaign has come under fire for altering the description of Tim Walz’s military record on its official website. The controversy centers around the language change, which now describes Walz as “Retired command sergeant major” rather than clarifying that he rose to the rank of…
Luke Allen – Military Political Analyst – Makati, Manila – lukeallenmanila@journlist.com Manila, Philippines — In a landmark decision, the Philippine Court of Appeals (CA) has blocked the government’s attempts to shut down Rappler, a prominent news outlet known for its critical stance against former President Rodrigo Duterte’s controversial drug war. The court ordered the Securities…
By Luke Allen – lukeallenmanila@journalist.com In a bold move to boost economic growth and secure a sustainable energy future, the Philippines government has announced plans to open up mining opportunities with a focus on clean energy infrastructure projects. This initiative aims to leverage the country’s rich mineral resources to drive development in refining capabilities, power…
This article is on a controversial topic that is meant to start a debate/discussion on the perceived negative effects of utang na loob. “Utang na loob” is a Filipino cultural concept that encompasses the idea of gratitude and indebtedness. It involves the expectation of reciprocating acts of kindness, help, or favors received. This is highly…
Luke Allen – Military Political Analyst – Makati, Manila – lukeallenmanila@journlist.com In recent years, the quest for healthier eating has led to the popularity of zero-calorie sweeteners, such as erythritol, especially among those adhering to low-carb and keto diets. However, emerging research has raised significant concerns about the safety of erythritol, specifically its potential to…
Luke Allen – Military Political Analyst – Makati, Manila – lukeallenmanila@journlist.com *Washington, D.C., August 9, 2024* — In a historic and highly anticipated move, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris have agreed to a presidential debate scheduled for September 10 on ABC. This will mark the first time the two political heavyweights…
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Luke Allen – Military Political Analyst – Makati, Manila – lukeallenmanila@journlist.com In the aftermath of a recent rocket attack on an American military base, House Speaker Mike Johnson’s urgent plea for the Biden administration to release weapons to Israel underscores the pressing need for a swift and coordinated response to deter further aggression. The House…
