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Philippines inflation rate falls below 1% in July 2025

August 12, 2025August 5, 2025carlocarrasco

After the slight rise recorded in June 2025, the inflation rate of the Philippines fell below 1% this past July, according to news article by the Philippine News Agency (PNA).

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news article of the PNA. Some parts in boldface…

The country’s inflation or the rate of increase in the prices of goods and services reversed its path in July 2025 after decelerating to 0.9 from month-ago’s 1.4 percent, driven primarily by the slower upticks in electricity rates and prices of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).

The latest inflation figure, the lowest since October 2019’s 0.6 percent, brought the average in the first seven months this year to 1.7 percent, still below the government’s 2 to 4 percent target.

National Statistician Claire Dennis Mapa, in a briefing Tuesday, said food and non-alcoholic beverages also contributed to the lower inflation rate last July due to lower price increases of several items like rice, vegetables, tubers and cooking bananas; and fuel prices.

He said a continued drop in rice prices is seen to result in slower uptick for this particular item for the rest of the year, despite the proposal to stop rice importation and increase tariff to protect local farmers.

The government increased rice importation and lowered rice tariff from 35 percent to 15 percent for a period, starting in the second half of 2024 until 2028 to address rice price hikes.

This resulted in lower rice inflation, from 14.7 percent in August 2024 to 0.8 percent in December last year. Mapa forecast rice inflation to remain in negative territory for the next four months.

“The expectation is negative average rice inflation for the whole year,” he said in a mix of Filipino and English.

In terms of the impact of recent typhoons, Mapa said prices of vegetables have inched up in the second half of July, which is normal during typhoon season.

While inflation is seen to remain low, he pointed out that there are threats such as the higher prices of pork products, due to the impact of African swine fever; higher demand for chicken meat, as an alternative to pork, and rising prices of fish.

Deflation in low-income households – With the government is offering cheaper rice to the vulnerable sector, inflation rate for the bottom 30 percent income group as of July slipped to -0.8 percent from the year-ago’s 5.8 percent, the Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) noted.

Aside from rice, other contributors to the lower inflation rate for the bottom 30 percent income group are slower upticks in the prices of corn and vegetables and tubers, it said.

“The sustained drop in rice prices and the easing of inflation for low-income households are clear signs that our interventions are working. This not only helps Filipinos preserve the value of their peso but also builds confidence for businesses and consumers to plan ahead,” DEPDev Secretary Arsenio Balisacan said.

“While we expect the overall inflation for 2025 to remain favorable and supportive of domestic demand, we remain vigilant against external risks, including global policy shifts and geopolitical tensions,” he said.

Let me end this post by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? Do you think there is a chance that the inflation rate of the Philippines will remain below 1% for the rest of 2025? Do you think the deflation of rice will continue going into 2026?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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What to watch on YouTube right now – Part 94

August 11, 2025August 8, 2025carlocarrasco

Welcome back my readers, YouTube viewers and all others who followed this series of articles focused on YouTube videos worth watching. Have you been searching for something fun or interesting to watch on YouTube? Do you feel bored right now and you crave for something to see on the world’s most popular online video destination?

I recommend you check out the following videos I found.

#1 Popcorn in Bed react to Man of Steel – It has been over twelve years since I first saw Man of Steel in the cinema. Directed by Zack Snyder, the 2013 Superman movie had a mixed reception but managed to gross $670 million worldwide and led Warner Bros. to releasing more DC Comics superhero movies in a shared universe (ended in 2023). Recently, Popcorn in Bed finally posted its reaction video of Man of Steel and I can say it is worth the wait. Watch it now.

#2 Where to buy onigiri in Tokyo – Have you tried eating onigiri lately? Onigiri is a rice ball (rice wrapped in nori) popular in Japan and it is eaten by hand. While there is a growing number of convenience stores selling onigiri, there is still nothing like buying freshly made onigiri in dedicated stores or restaurants in Tokyo. Watch and learn from the video below.

#3 Faked presentation of starvation in Gaza exposed! – You might have seen all the news and images about starvation in Gaza through mainstream news outlets such as CNN, MSNBC, The New York Times, Reuters, Associated Press, Agence France-Presse, The Washington Post and more. Countless reports and images were published showing Gaza residents (Palestinians) desperate for food made gullible people sympathetic for the hungry while also becoming angry towards Israel. The truth of the matter is that the portrayal of Palestinian starvation is fake, staged and deliberately crafted by the Islamic terrorists who have lots of mainstream news media partners-in-crime with them. There is no real famine in Gaza at all and it is undeniable that Palestinian terrorist group Hamas (loved by the Islamo-Leftist media) stole humanitarian aid to feed themselves leaving nothing for their fellow Gaza residents. Watch and learn from the videos below.

#4 Full Metal Jacket reaction videos – Released in 1987, Stanley Kubrick’s Full Metal Jacket succeeded in intriguing or even shocking moviegoers whose perception of the Vietnam War got shaken. To be clear, the movie (which starred Matthew Modine, R. Lee Ermey, Vincent D’Onofrio, Adam Baldwin, and Arliss Howard) was more than just about war. It also showed the dehumanizing effects of war preparation, the dark humor that happens during war time and how people react when their emotional limits and sanity were really pushed hard. That being said, you should see how the movie draws reactions from the following YouTubers through their respective reaction videos.

#5 Slope’s Game Room examines Castlevania game franchise – Since the 1980s, Konami and its talented developers produced a whole lot of Castlevania video games ranging from 2D side-scrolling adventures into 3D polygonal escapades. Considering how significant Castlevania is as a game franchise, now is a good time to examine the history of Castlevania through the in-depth videos of Slope’s Game Room below.

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Ayala-Mitsubishi’s P18.4 billion GCash deal closed

August 11, 2025August 1, 2025carlocarrasco

After being cleared by the Philippine Competition Commission (PCC), the P18.4 billion deal between Ayala Corporation and Mitsubishi Corporation regarding a 6.5% stake in GCash owner Globe Fintech Innovations Inc. (Mynt) has finally closed, according to a Manila Bulletin business news report.

For the newcomers reading this, the Ayala-Mitsubishi deal was sealed a few months ago and it was perceived that it will likely boost the IPO of GCash.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the business news report of the Manila Bulletin. Some parts in boldface…

The Zobel family’s Ayala Corp. (AC) has closed the sale of a 6.5-percent stake in GCash owner Globe Fintech Innovations Inc. (Mynt) to long-time partner Mitsubishi Corp. for ₱18.4 billion after the deal was cleared by the anti-trust watchdog Philippine Competition Commission (PCC).

In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE), Ayala said it has sold half of wholly owned AC Ventures Holding Corp. (ACV) to Mitsubishi. ACV owns about 13 percent of Mynt. Mynt has two financial technology (fintech) companies: G-Xchange Inc., the mobile wallet operator of GCash, and Fuse Lending, a tech-based microlender.

The PCC has cleared the deal after finding that Mitsubishi’s investment in ACV would not significantly reduce competition in the market for QR code-based digital payments to merchants.

The PCC noted in its decision the relatively small market share held by GCash in the provision of QR-based person-to-merchant payments. Additionally, the PCC cited the strong governmental push for interoperability in QR-based payments in the country as a factor in its approval.

Person-to-merchant payments, facilitated by QR codes, enable businesses to accept digital payments from consumers for goods and services.

While Mitsubishi indirectly owns Lawson Philippines, a convenience store chain that accepts QR code-based payments from consumers, the PCC said that its limited presence means the transaction would not result in a substantial lessening of competition.

“Mitsubishi, Japan’s largest trading company, can help Mynt grow overseas and within its own significant Japan-based ecosystem, and in areas like cloud-based payments and new credit algorithms,” Ayala said.

Ayala and Mitsubishi entered into a partnership and cooperation agreement in 1974 that has since featured industrial estates, renewable energy (RE) projects, a water utility, and auto dealerships.

Ayala President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Cezar P. Consing said earlier that, “We believe Mitsubishi can add meaningful value to Mynt, which will allow Mynt to deliver significant value to its over 94 million registered users.”

ACV will serve as Ayala and Mitsubishi’s joint venture (JV) entity that will explore consumer-related and digital opportunities in the Philippines.

“These initiatives are aligned with AC’s strategic priority to support the growth of clear business winners within its portfolio,” Ayala said.

Let me end this post by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? Do you think there will be a series of technological and technical improvements happening with GCash as a result of the closed deal between Ayala and Mitsubishi? How many people in your household are using GCash nowadays?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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One thousand 2nd District residents of Parañaque City sign up for TUPAD program

August 10, 2025August 10, 2025carlocarrasco

Recently in the city of Parañaque, one thousand residents of eight barangays that are all part of the 2^nd district of the city formally signed up as the newest batch for the Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers (TUPAD) program, 2^nd District Congressman Brian Yamsuan confirmed through his official Facebook page.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the social media confirmation by Congressman Yamsuan. Some parts in boldface…

This morning, August 7, 2025, we successfully conducted the contract signing of 1,000 beneficiaries of our Batch 4 P5/TUPAD Program from eight barangays of District (Two) of Parañaque!

Our deepest gratitude to DOLE for their continuous support, and to our fine senators Sen. Pia Cayetano , Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano and Sen. Jinggoy Estrada — because of you, this program is made even more possible.

This is a big help to our countrymen and to every barangay of District (Two).

Present during the August 7 signing and gathering were Congressman Yamsuan, Vice Mayor Benjo Bernabe, City Councilor Tess de Asis and City Councilor Binky Favis. The four incumbent officials are all part of Team Pag-Asa. For my previous posts about Team Pag-Asa, click here and here. For updates from Congressman Yamsuan, click https://www.facebook.com/congbrianyamsuan

For the newcomers reading this, the TUPAD program is an initiative of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) that provides short-term, community-based employment to the workers described as vulnerable or displaced, underemployed or seasonal. The temporary jobs offered by the program are often connected with community projects like the maintenance of public facilities and cleaning.

Let me end this post by asking you readers: What do you think about this recent development? If you are a resident of Parañaque, do you like what Congressman Brian Yamsuan is doing with the residents and projects of District Two? Do you think Congressman Yamsuan’s city projects will succeed in lifting people up from poverty without necessarily making them dependent on government support?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Philippines attracts 3.47 million international visitors as of July 30, 2025

August 10, 2025July 31, 2025carlocarrasco

As the Department of Tourism (DOT) gave the press updates about the state and direction of tourism, it was revealed that the international visitors who arrived in the Philippines this year reached less than 3.5 million as of July 30, according to a Philippine News Agency (PNA) news article.

For the newcomers reading this, the DOT confirmed early this year that the nation attracted less than 6 million foreign tourists in 2024 (note: the declared target was 7.7 million) and quickly pointed to all-time high revenue for success and the tourism industry as a whole contributed 8.9% to the 2024 Philippines gross domestic product (GDP).

By attracting 3.47 million international visitors as of July 30, 2025, it looks like the Philippines will barely reach the 6 million mark by the end of the year, and there is no denying the fact that not enough foreign tourists are visiting the country. Keep in mind that in the Philippine perspective, international visitors include both foreign tourists and overseas Filipinos.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the PNA news article. Some parts in boldface…

The Philippine tourism sector has so far generated USD4.2 billion (PHP242 billion) in visitor receipts from Jan. 1 to June 18, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said Thursday. Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco said the figure is up 0.48 percent, year on year.

As of July 30, the agency recorded 3,473,726 international visitors – 3.15 million foreigners and 317,536 overseas Filipinos.

In a media briefing in Makati City, Frasco said the DOT is planning to recalibrate its targets for 2025 to take into consideration the challenges the sector is currently facing.

Despite this, aggressive promotions will continue in the Philippines’ top markets, including South Korea, Japan, and the United States.

The DOT, Frasco said, would also increase Philippine exposure in Canada to capture more Canadian visitors with the recent launch of direct flights from Air Canada.

With recalibration underway, Manila is likewise looking at emerging markets to boost arrivals, among them Australia, the United Arab Emirates, and India, Frasco said.

“We’re taking a very close look at these exciting markets, especially India, which now has visa-free access and forthcoming direct flights to Manila,” she said.

Let me end this post by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? Do you think the DOT right now cannot come up with effective solutions to make the Philippines a more attractive tourist destination? Do you think Congress should increase the annual budget of the DOT so that it can execute its tourism plans? Does the DOT need a new leader right now?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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National Duathlon Championships 2025 set for October 19 at Villar City, registration ongoing

August 9, 2025August 8, 2025carlocarrasco

Calling all the multisport enthusiasts, cyclists and runners! The National Duathlon Championships 2025 will be held on October 19 at Villar City in Cavite. As of this writing, online registration is ongoing.

For your reference, posted below are key details of the special event by Triathlon Philippines (TriPhil) supported by venue partner Villar City, the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC), Gatorade, Western Guaranty Corporation and RaceYa:

Race Distances

Elite and Junior Elite: 5k run1 20km bike 2.5km run2

STK-Dua:

6 yrs. old & under – 400m run1 1k bike 200m run2

7- 8 yrs. old – 800m run1 2km bike 400m run2

9-10 yrs. old – 1km run1 6km bike 500m run2

11-12yrs. Old – 2km run1 8km bike 1km run2

U15 (Youth 13-15yrs. Old): 3km run1 10km bike 1.5km run2

Sprint Age Group (16 & above): 5km run1 20km bike 2.5km run2

ENTRY FEES

STK- Dua (6 -12 years old)

Regular Registration July 26 to August 20, 2025: Php3,000

Late Registration August 21 to 31, 2025: Php4,000

U15 (Youth 13-15 years old)

Regular Registration July 26 to August 20, 2025: Php3,500

Late Registration August 21 to 31, 2025: Php4,500

Age Group Sprint (Men and Women)

Regular Registration July 26 to August 20, 2025: Php3,500

Late Registration August 21 to 31, 2025: Php4,500

In order to register successfully, users should sign up for a RaceYa account by visiting https://raceya.fit/. Deadline for registration is August 31, 2025 or until all slots are filled.

To register for the National Duathlon Championships 2025, click https://register.raceya.fit/event/ndc2025. To receive more local triathlon and multisport updates, visit https://www.facebook.com/TriPhil.

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Philippine Economy Grew by 5.5% in 2nd Quarter of 2025

August 9, 2025August 7, 2025carlocarrasco

The economy of the Philippines expanded by 5.5% during the 2^nd quarter of 2025, according to a GMA Network news report. Among the factors are strong 2^nd quarter gains by the agriculture, forestry, fishing, industry and services sectors.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news report of the GMA News. Some parts in boldface…

The Philippine economy grew marginally quarter-on-quarter in the second quarter of 2025 amid the growth seen in services, agriculture, and industry sectors, and posted a deceleration from the same period last year, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).

The country’s gross domestic product (GDP) — the value of goods and services produced in a period — grew slightly faster by 5.5% in the April to June 2025 compared to the 5.4% growth seen in the January to March 2025 period, PSA chief and National Statistician Claire Dennis Mapa reported at a press conference in Quezon City on Thursday.

The second quarter GDP growth was the fastest in four quarters, however, it was still slower than the 6.5% growth rate in the same period in 2024.

All major economic sectors posted annual growth during the quarter — agriculture, forestry, and fishing with 7.0%, industry with 2.1%, and services with 6.9%.

The PSA attributed the year-on-year growth to wholesale and retail trade, repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles with 5.1%; public administration and defense, and compulsory social security with 12.8%; and financial and insurance activities with 5.6%.

Fixed capital investments climbed 2.6%, led by private construction which grew 11.2%, and investments in durable equipment up 10.6%.

Government spending posted an 8.7% growth rate during the quarter, slower than the 18.7% seen in the first quarter, which Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DepDev) Secretary Arsenio Balisacan attributed to the election spending ban.

“We expect to maintain that momentum in the spending side. I think that the next half, the second half of the year, you should see improvements in the construction, public construction spending,” he said in a briefing.

While the election spending ban hit government spending, officials said the campaigns boosted household spending which grew by 9.5%, faster than the 5.29% in the previous quarter, and the 5.4% in the second quarter of 2024.

Let me end this post by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? Do you think the economy of the Philippines will be able to accelerate to achieve 6% gross domestic product (GDP) growth for the entire year?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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A Look Back at Action Comics #550 (1983)

August 8, 2025August 5, 2025carlocarrasco

Disclaimer: This is my original work with details sourced from reading the comic book and doing personal research. Anyone who wants to use this article, in part or in whole, needs to secure first my permission and agree to cite me as the source and author. Let it be known that any unauthorized use of this article will constrain the author to pursue the remedies under R.A. No. 8293, the Revised Penal Code, and/or all applicable legal actions under the laws of the Philippines.

Welcome back superhero enthusiasts, 1980s arts and culture enthusiasts, DC Comics fans and comic book collectors! Today we go back to the year 1983 to take a close look at a part of the DC Comics universe through a tale of the Action Comics monthly series.

If there is anything notable about the presentation of superhero elements in Superman stories, it is the occasional use of science fiction. From time to time, DC Comics published tales of Superman going deep into space, encounter alien species and visit far-away civilizations. Sometimes, sci-fi is used on major disasters that Superman has to solve.

With those details laid down, here is a look back at Action Comics #550, published in 1983 by DC Comics with a story written by E. Nelson Bridwell and Bob Rozakis, and drawn by George Tuska.

Early story

The story begins with Clark Kent and Lana Lang presenting television news at the WGBS station telling viewers about The Exploder who attacked a large jumbo jet full of people. As the program continues, breaking news about an enormous underwater eruption north of New Guinea came in.

Shortly after, Clark quickly and discreetly left the station to fly overseas as Superman. By visiting the site of the reported underwater eruption, he notices the entire New Guinea drifting southward. Superman is compelled to go deep underwater to prevent the nation from drifting further and he also realized there is no volcano that caused the blast.

Quality

*Superman goes to outer space to find answers behind the events that took place on Earth.*

This is a Superman tale that does not have the traditional good-versus-evil element of conflict. Instead, it is a sci-fi story that started with solid mystery causing the Man of Steel to do research and detective work to find answers.

The comic book writers behind this were really good in pushing Superman hard on his search for answers to solve mysteries that were really out of this world. Lana Lang’s father appears here as a long-time archaeologist who successfully discovered an ancient artifact described as a so-called disk. The plot turned intense when The Exploder suddenly emerged to take the disk away which unsurprisingly pushed Superman to not only react but also get answers.

I like the fact that as Superman does detective work, Lana Lang and Jimmy Olsen contributed nicely to the plot. At the same time, the mystery and tension really built up as the story went along and the payoff the comic book creators came up with is surprising and also worth it.

Without spoiling the plot, I can say that this Superman tale has its own twists on the concept of UFOs and alien that happen to have special interest on Earth. At the same time, you will realize how dedicated Superman is to protecting the people of Earth and why he would not tolerate aliens who actions would jeopardize billions of lives.

Conclusion

*I liked the interactions Clark had with Lana Lang as he tries to solve mysteries.*

While Action Comics #550 (1983) does not have a super villain for Superman to battle, you will still see him doing good, solving mysteries and prioritizing Earth’s people. The sci-fi concept the creators came up with looked outlandish on face value but when you read the story and pay close attention to all the details, you will realize that the story is actually believable. I also like the mystery aspect which gave the plot a good amount of depth.

Overall, Action Comics #550 (1983) is recommended.

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SBA Rescinds USAID Contracting Authority Following $550 Million Bribery Scandal

August 8, 2025August 6, 2025carlocarrasco

Following the huge $550 million bribery scandal involving an officer of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and two contractors, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) recently announced its decision to rescind the independent contracting authority of the agency, according to press release published through Fox2Now.com.

For the newcomers reading this, the USAID global scandal happened months ago and there was a list of overseas projects of questionable and wrongful purposes that were funded with American taxpayers’ money. USAID has formally shut down and was incorporated into the State Department. The latest USAID scandal that involved bribery had four people pleading guilty.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the press release published through Fox2Now.com. Some parts in boldface.

Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced its decision to rescind the independent 8(a) contracting authority of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). The decision comes after an investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) uncovered a massive $550 million bribery scandal involving a USAID contracting officer and two 8(a) contractors. Last fiscal year, USAID obligated $3.6 billion through SBA’s 8(a) Business Development Program.

“Under the Trump Administration, the SBA will not tolerate the abuse of the government contracting process,” said SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler. “The decision to revoke USAID’s independent 8(a) contracting authority is necessary to prevent further wrongdoing by an agency with a well-documented record of waste, criminal fraud, and bribery. Taxpayers will no longer foot the bill for outright corruption perpetrated by those entrusted with Americans’ hard-earned tax dollars.”

The 8(a) Business Development Program is a government contracting program governed by the SBA, designed to help socially and economically disadvantaged small businesses access sole-source and competitive set-aside contracts within the federal marketplace. SBA authorizes federal agencies to execute contracts to 8(a) certified businesses on its behalf. But today, SBA sent notice to USAID that the agency is no longer authorized to award or execute independent 8(a) contracts based on findings of rampant fraud and abuse at the agency.

Last month, a DOJ investigation revealed that over $550 million in government contracts were fraudulently steered through bribery of a USAID contracting officer. One 8(a) contractor, despite being officially flagged by USAID as lacking “honesty or integrity,” went on to be awarded an additional $800 million federal contract to evaluate “the root causes of irregular migration from Central America.”

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this development? Do you think the Trump administration and United States federal departments still have a long way to find and capture those who were illegally involved with USAID funding? Do you think that there is a trail of USAID money that went into the pockets of Leftists, woke activists, anarchists, thieves and Islamic terrorists around the world?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Freelance club DJ shot in Las Piñas City gas station, declared dead-on-arrival at hospital

August 7, 2025July 31, 2025carlocarrasco

Recently in the City of Las Piñas, a freelance club disc jockey (DJ) was shot by an armed man (who has a partner driving a motorcycle) at a gas station, according to a GMA Network news report. The victim was brought to a hospital but was declared dead-on-arrival. The shooting incident was captured on CCTV camera.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the GMA news report. Some parts in boldface…

A club disc jockey was killed in a shooting incident in Barangay Pamplona Uno, Las Piñas City on Wednesday evening, according to a report of GMA Integrated News’ Jhomer Apresto on Unang Balita Thursday.

As seen in CCTV footage, the 34-year-old victim aboard his pickup vehicle was at a gasoline station when two men aboard a motorcycle stopped near him around 10 p.m. The backrider alighted the motorcycle, approached the pickup vehicle, and shot the victim.

The perpetrators on board their motorcycle fled while the victim on his pickup vehicle hit a wall at the gasoline station. The victim was brought to a hospital but he was declared dead on arrival.

According to the police, investigators are looking into the possibility that the crime was drug-related as sachets of suspected illegal drugs were recovered from the hand and bag of the victim.

“Yun ang tinitignan natin maaaring galing sa bahay papunta rito hanggang siya ay sundan, abangan, at pagbabarilin,” Las Piñas Police chief Police Colonel Sandro Tafalla said.

The mother of the victim said that her son just returned home from Malaysia and that she has no idea who is behind the shooting.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: If you are a resident of Las Piñas City, what is your reaction to this development? Do you think there is more than meets the eye in this crime story? Do you think the police will be able to find and arrest the suspects?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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