Michael Apacible Bulletin

Boxing fans around the world tuned in once more to witness the legendary Manny Pacquiao face off against Mario Barrios, a fight that surprisingly ended in a majority draw. While judges couldn't declare a clear winner, many believe Pacquiao edged out Barrios, despite being 16 years his senior. At 46, Pacquiao still showcased his trademark ring smarts, outwitting Barrios and controlling the fight’s tempo. While he didn’t throw as many punches, Pacquiao’s shots were cleaner and more precise, an impressive feat given his age and years away from top-tier competition. Youngster Mario Barrios, despite a supposedly “past-prime” Pacquiao, still couldn’t dominate. Statistically, Barrios landed more punches, but Pacquiao’s were of higher quality and variety. It was a showcase of skill over youth, a testament to Pacquiao’s enduring greatness. Yet, questions remain: with a performance like this, should Pacquiao seek an...

Manila's Commute Conundrum: Dalian Trains and the Political Gridlock For years, the sight of idle train cars has haunted Metro Manila commuters, a stark symbol of a transportation system plagued by delays and political infighting. The Dalian trains, purchased during the administration of President Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III, became a flashpoint in a debate over infrastructure, accountability, and the very future of urban mobility. Now, under the leadership of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., a renewed effort is being made to untangle the complexities surrounding these trains and, finally, get them on the rails. Aquino Era Ambitions: In 2014, the Aquino administration inked a P3.76 billion deal with Chinese firm Dalian Locomotive to acquire 48 train cars, a move intended to alleviate crippling congestion on the Metro Rail Transit (MRT). The purchase was part of a broader push to modernize Philippine infrastructure during a period when the country's economy was gaining ...

  Duterte at ang kanyang Karma: Pagtanggi ng Australia sa Kaniyang Interim Release Nitong mga nakaraan, naging sentro ng talakayan hindi lamang sa Pilipinas kundi pati sa pandaigdigang komunidad ang usapin ng posibilidad na pagkakalooban ang dating Presidente na si Rodrigo Duterte ng pansamantalang kalayaan sa pagitan ng mga kaso laban sa kanya, kabilang ang mga isyu ng pag abuso sa karapatang pantao. Isa sa mga itinuturong bansa ng kanyang kampo na maaaring mag-host ng kanyang interim release ay ang Australia—isang ideya na agad ding ipinagtatwa ng naturang bansa. Kung titingnan ang kasaysayan ng ugnayan ni Duterte sa Australia, hindi nakapagtataka ang naging resulta. Maaaring Pinagmulan ng Alingasngas: Ang Rape Joke at Pagtrato sa mga Madre Maalala natin ang insidente noong kampanya pa ni Duterte noong 2016, nang biruin niya ang tungkol sa panggagahasa sa isang Australian missionary—isang biro na agad tinuligsa ng maraming sektor, lalo na ng gobyernong Australia. Umani ito ng ...