Years of Budots and Budol politics reached a turning point in 2025, as voters favored substance over style. The message is clear: being a celebrity is no longer enough; only capable leadership will foster trust and progress.
The Philippine Santacruzan carried on, albeit virtually -Masses were celebrated online and in some instances, processions in a controlled setting were held.
President Duterte made history as the first chief executive of the country to directly address the people of Turtle Islands municipality, the farthest town of the province of Tawi-Tawi.