A US spy plane crashed in the town of Pikit, North Cotabato in the region of Mindanao, Philippines last October 18. Also, reports show an increasing number of US troops arriving into Mindanao. This suggests one thing–is the US government changing its policy in engaging Bangsamoro rebels in the conflict-laden Mindanao? The US embassy has [...]

Republican Vice Presidential candidate Sarah Palin’s appearance in the comedy show Saturday Night Live drew rave reviews from critics and non-critics alike in the US. Prior to that, Palin also appeared in another comedy show with Tina Fey spoofing her “in her face.”  Critics say it was a desperate attempt to shore up support from [...]

Barack Obama just chose Senator Joe Biden as his official running mate. Biden, a veteran legislator, is being packaged as a foreign policy expert. He and Obama have been buddies in the US Senate foreign policy committee. Obama supporters expect him to provide experience and learned guidance to the young Democratic presidential contender. Some analysts are [...]