OpinYon Quezonin

  • Home
  • OpinYon Quezonin

OpinYon Quezonin OpinYon is the Philippines' leading advocacy paper. We take a stand. Website: www.opinyon.net
(1)

24/10/2025

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has rejected former President Rodrigo Duterte’s challenge questioning its authority to investigate him over alleged crimes against humanity linked to his controversial "war on drugs".

In a decision released yesterday, the ICC ruled that it has jurisdiction to proceed with the case against Duterte.

Duterte’s lawyer argued that the Philippines had already withdrawn from the ICC when the investigation began, but the Chamber disagreed.

It noted that the ICC’s Prosecutor announced the probe on February 8, 2018 -- before the Duterte government filed its withdrawal from the court’s founding treaty on March 17, 2018.

The judges said the timing shows a clear link between the ICC’s investigation and the country’s withdrawal; suggesting that Malacanang’s move was meant to avoid accountability.

This latest ruling means the case will continue in The Hague, where Duterte is currently detained.

23/10/2025

‘Paihi’ operation sa Candelaria, iniimbestigahan na

Isang masusing imbestigasyon na ang isinasagawa ng Quezon Police Provincial Office sa umano’y sindikato na sangkot sa “paihi” sa lalawigan.

Ito’y matapos tatlong lalaki ang maaktuhan ng mga operatiba ng Quezon Provincial Intelligence Unit at Candelaria Municipal Police na nagsasagawa umano ng “paihi” sa Candelaria, Quezon nitong Martes, October 21.

Kinilala ng Candelaria Municipal Police Station ang mga suspek na sina alyas “Michael,” driver ng truck at residente ng Tuy, Batangas, at mga helper na sina alyas “Alex” na tubong Sariaya, Quezon at alyas “Reli” na residente naman ng Candelaria.

Ayon sa ulat ng mga awtoridad, naaktuhan ang tatlong suspek habang nagsasalin ng methanol mula sa isang ten-wheeler oil tanker sa isang puting lalagyan sa bahagi ng Barangay Santa Catalina ng nasabing bayan Martes ng madaling-araw.

Aabot 12 plastic container na may lamang methanol, pitong plastic container na may lamang gasolina, isang plastic container na may lamang diesel, at dalawang motor pump ang nakumpiska sa naturang operasyon.

Humigit-kumulang P90,000 halaga ng mga produktong petrolyo ang nabawi sa tatlong suspek.

Bagama’t tumangging magbigay ng pahayag ang mga suspek, tiniyak naman ng mga awtoridad sa Quezon Province na patuloy ang kanilang mga ginagawang hakbang upang tuluyan nang masawata ang “paihi” o ang pagnanakaw ng mga produktong petrolyo sa lalawigan.

(Jane Hernandez)

22/10/2025

Netizens couldn't help but speculate after a fire engulfed a building of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Quezon City this Wednesday, October 22.

The building in question is the headquarters of the Bureau of Research and Standards, where the fire has been raised to the third alarm.

To date, officials of the DPWH have yet to confirm the cause of the fire, or if files or archives of the DPWH were among the properties affected.

However, given the amount of controversy the agency has faced in recent months, netizens immediately jumped into speculations and suspicion.

Was someone inside the DPWH trying to cover up evidence of massive graft and corruption?

What's your take on this, OpinYonistas?

22/10/2025

PAGASA has forecast a 70% chance of a La Nina event from October 2025 to February 2026, bringing heavier rains and cooler weather -- conditions that could make an increase in flu, dengue, and leptospirosis cases in the country.

This early, health maintenance organization PhilCare said that flu and pneumonia-related illnesses have surged, alongside dengue and leptospirosis cases, especially in flood-prone urban areas like Region IV-A and the National Capital Region.

Among the top reasons for the spike:
⚠️ Flooded, unsanitary areas breeding mosquitoes and bacteria
⚠️ Crowded jeepneys and buses where people can’t avoid close contact
⚠️ Limited access to vaccines and healthcare
⚠️ Workers still reporting to work while sick because they can’t afford not to

PhilCare urges both employers and the public to stay alert, stay dry, and get vaccinated to stay protected.

What about you, OpinYonistas? How do you protect yourselves during flu season?

21/10/2025

A new survey by OCTA Research Group revealed that ending government corruption has become the second most important issue that people want the government to address. This is a record high since the pandemic.

According to the results released yesterday, nearly one in three Filipinos listed corruption among their top three national concerns. That’s a huge jump from just 13% in July.

OCTA said corruption has always been a big issue, but this is the first time it entered the top five since their quarterly surveys began four years ago.

📊 Metro Manila leads the outrage
The survey showed that concern over corruption is highest in Metro Manila (53%), followed by Balance Luzon (34%), Visayas (23%), and Mindanao (18%).

Interestingly, corruption has now overtaken other worries such as low wages, job shortages, and poverty -- showing a clear shift in what Filipinos want from their leaders.

Still, inflation remains the top concern nationwide, with almost half of respondents naming it their biggest worry. Other top issues include affordable food, higher wages (27%), and poverty reduction (23%).

The nationwide survey, conducted from September 25–30 among 1,200 adults, has a plus-minus 3% margin of error.

Quezon sees spike in flu casesQuezonins are now being advised to take precautions as authorities see a sudden spike in c...
21/10/2025

Quezon sees spike in flu cases

Quezonins are now being advised to take precautions as authorities see a sudden spike in cases of influenza-like illness (ILI) this year.

In an advisory, the Quezon Provincial Health Office (PHO) Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit reported a 149-percent increase in ILI cases from January to October.

The provincial health office recorded a total 2,887 ILI cases from January 1 to October 20, 2025, up from 1,157 in the same period in 2024.

According to the report, children aged 1 to 10 years old were the most affected by the disease, with 1,382 cases, followed by infants aged one year or younger, with 552 cases.

No deaths were reported as a result of the disease.

In the PHO's morbidity chart, the increase in cases was noticeable in the last few weeks of October, particularly in week 41, which had 178 cases, the highest number recorded this year.

In response, the PHO reminded residents to be cautious and maintain excellent hygiene.

The Provincial Health Office encouraged residents to wash their hands, wear masks, and get vaccinated.

(Anna Gob/Photo courtesy of the Quezon Provincial Health Office)

21/10/2025

1 patay, 5 sugatan sa pagsabog ng tanker

Nasawi ang isang driver habang lima naman ang sugatan matapos maaksidente at sumabog ang isang gas tanker sa Atimonan, Quezon nitong Lunes, October 30.

Ayon sa paunang imbestigasyon ng Atimonan MPS, binabaybay ng nasabing tanker na galing Padre Garcia, Batangas ang kahabaan ng Maharlika Highway nang mawalan umano ito ng kontrol pagsapit sa Barangay Malinao Ilaya ng nasabing bayan.

Sumadsad ito sa mga istruktura at sasakyan sa gilid ng kalsada bago ito tuluyang tumagilid, magliyab at sumabog.

Sa lakas ng pagsabog ay nadamay ang dalawang tricycle na dumaraan lamang sa nasabing lugar.

Kaagad nasawi ang driver ng truck matapos ma-trap sa sunog, habang nagpapagaling na sa ospital ang mga sakay ng tricycle na nagtamo rin ng sunog sa katawan.

(Jane Hernandez/Video mula sa Atimonan Municipal Police Station)

OPINYONISTAS’ FEEDBACKClass suspension: prudent move or OA?
20/10/2025

OPINYONISTAS’ FEEDBACK

Class suspension: prudent move or OA?

17/10/2025

American TV host and comedy legend Conan O’Brien visited the iconic Manila Hotel and even joked in his caption: “Channeling General Douglas MacArthur at his suite in the Manila Hotel. This was my childhood Halloween costume seven years in a row.” 😂

Aside from exploring Manila, Conan also received a portrait of himself wearing a Barong Tagalog. 💖

He is in the country to film new episodes for his global travel series “Conan O’Brien Must Go,” where he explores different cultures (and usually ends up making everyone laugh).

OpinYonistas, what should Conan try next? Jollibee or balut?

16/10/2025

A new Pulse Asia survey revealed that 9 out of 10 Filipinos believe there was collusion between government officials, lawmakers, and contractors in stealing funds meant for flood-control projects.

The nationwide survey was conducted from September 27 to 30, while Congress conducted investigation on the scandal.

According to Pulse Asia, 90% of Filipinos agree that corruption was a team effort: 60% “strongly agreeing.” Only 4% disagreed, while 6% were unsure. The belief cuts across all regions and income levels.

The same survey said 97% of Filipinos believe corruption in government is widespread, with most saying it’s gotten even worse over the past year.

Nearly 6 in 10 Pinoys say corruption has become a “normal part” of Philippine politics. This sentiment is strongest in Luzon and Metro Manila.

When asked what counts as corruption, most Filipinos pointed to:
💰 Bribery (75%)
🏗️ Misuse of public funds (67%)
💼 Kickbacks in contracts (64%)
💸 Tax evasion (41%)
👨‍👩‍👧 Nepotism in hiring (38%)

Even if Filipinos believe corruption happened, many doubt that anyone will be truly punished.

Only 7% said they trust the DPWH to clean up the mess, while 81% said they have little to no trust in the agency.

OpinYonistas, do you think justice will be served this time?

14/10/2025

A massive earthquake hitting Metro Manila isn’t a matter of “if” but “when.” But before you start worrying, experts say there’s no need to panic, only to prepare.

According to Phivolcs Director Teresito Bacolcol, the so-called “Big One”, a projected magnitude 7.2 earthquake from the West Valley Fault, is part of the fault’s natural long-term cycle, not an immediate prediction.

Bacolcol explained that the West Valley Fault last moved in 1658 and typically shifts every 400 to 600 years. That means the Philippines is now within the window for another major movement.

“If you take the lower boundary, 400 years, that leads to year 2058,” Bacolcol said. “So as we get closer to that year, the probability of another big quake increases.”

But he also emphasized that 2058 is not a forecast, just a reference point based on the fault’s behavior. In short: science can’t predict the exact date -- only the timeframe when another large earthquake becomes more likely.

The West Valley Fault runs about 100 kilometers through Bulacan, Metro Manila, and CALABARZON, making it one of the country’s most closely watched fault lines.

Because of this, government agencies continue to remind everyone to:
✅ Prepare go bags and emergency kits
✅ Identify safe evacuation routes
✅ Reinforce homes and buildings

These steps, Bacolcol stressed, are always useful — whether the “Big One” happens soon or centuries later.

⚠️ Recent quakes in La Union, Zambales, Cebu, Surigao, and Davao are not connected to the West Valley Fault. Here’s why:
La Union quake ➡️ Philippine Fault
Zambales quake ➡️ Manila Trench
Cebu quake ➡️ Bogo Bay Fault
Davao & Surigao quakes ➡️ Philippine Trench

Bacolcol said the Philippines has around 180 active faults, which is why earthquakes are common and sometimes happen close together.

OpinYonistas, let’s help each other stay ready, not scared. 💪

Address


Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when OpinYon Quezonin posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to OpinYon Quezonin:

Shortcuts

  • Want your business to be the top-listed Media Company?

Share