#PolitikaAllTheWay | Publicus Asia founder Malou Tiquia opens up about her heated exchange with Usec. Claire Castro, why she believes today’s Senate has declined, and how political communication has shifted in the era of Gen Z. She discusses her surprise over President Marcos Jr.’s leadership, the state of the economy and infrastructure, and why she thinks both the President and a powerful relative should be held accountable in the flood control controversy. Tiquia also talks about the Uniteam fallout, and her message to the President.

#TheMensRoom | Actor Jake Cuenca opens up about the night he survived a police chase, the 9 bullets found in his car, and how the incident pushed him to quit alcohol for good. Jake also talks about his viral ‘brief scene’ in Batang Quiapo, rumors about veneers, a director who once told him he’d never make it, and how he is coping after his recent breakup.

#ThoughtLeaders | Jollibee Group Foundation Pres. Gisela Tiongson details how they support farmers through training, technology, and collective marketing, while also leading community feeding and disaster response initiatives. Her insights reveal how long-term partnerships can strengthen food security nationwide. #OneNews #LongConversation

#SafeHouse | “Lahat naman loyal eh, until…”

One News editors break down how President Bongbong Marcos survived the latest wave of rallies, exposés, and Cabinet shake-ups — but remains trapped in a long political crisis. With Iglesia ni Cristo softening its stance, the military and the U.S. holding the line, and Duterte allies growing more desperate, the question now is how long PBBM can stay “safe” in an unpredictable, dysfunctional system.

#PolitikaAllTheWay | Atty. Jesus Falcis discusses the deepening breakup of the UniTeam and how dynasties, weak accountability, and competing power blocs are reshaping the road to 2028. He also points to emerging viable candidates as public frustration grows over corruption scandals and governance failures. Falcis further examines the Barzaga clan, SALN controversies, and the patronage systems that keep political families entrenched.

#TheMensRoom | Epi Quizon opens up about his evolution as an actor — from his early theater roots to developing his own on-and-off switch for method roles. He talks about growing up under Dolphy’s shadow, navigating expectations tied to the Quizon name, and the unique pressures of comedy, drama, and character work.

#ThoughtLeaders | Meralco SVP and Chief Revenue Officer Ferdinand Geluz explains how the 2026 rate reset will influence distribution charges, grid upgrades, and customer experience as the energy landscape evolves. He also tackles the rise of solar rooftops, EV adoption, forex pressures, data center demand, and Meralco’s push to accelerate renewable capacity.

#SafeHouse | One News editors track rising political tension; from declining Duterte support abroad to speculation of power reshuffles and questions about alliances within the defense establishment.

Could these signals point to deeper instability, or just the usual turbulence of Philippine politics?

#TheViewFromManila | Veteran investment banker and Maharlika Investment Fund board member Stephen CuUnjieng joins Richard Heydarian for a sweeping conversation on corruption, reform, and the country’s misplaced faith in short-term fixes. From Maharlika’s real purpose to why “roads alone won’t grow the economy,” CuUnjieng challenges outdated orthodoxies, calls out lazy economic thinking, and urges the Philippines to invest in education, manufacturing, and long-term industrial policy.

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#PolitikaAllTheWay | Gabriela Rep. Arlene Brosas said President Bongbong Marcos should be held accountable for the government’s current state, citing continuing corruption and lack of transparency.

She linked today’s flood control controversy and confidential fund issues to a “recycled system” that protects those in power. Brosas added that justice must apply to all — from past leaders facing the ICC to those currently in office.

#TheMensRoom | Veteran actor and host Edu Manzano opens up about his long career — from iconic talk shows to politics — and why he believes corruption is rooted in the system, not just the people. Edu also recalls how Rudy Fernandez revived his acting career, his near-fatal stunt accident, and why he finds more thrill in playing villains.

#ThoughtLeaders | Responsible AI Council Chair Ben Teehankee and Analytics and AI Association of the Philippines President Michelle Alarcon warn that AI is developing faster than regulation — creating a “wild west” of unaccountable technology. They explain why self-regulation, ethics, and human oversight must guide innovation before it harms society.

#SafeHouse | Ronald Llamas and the One News editors dissect persistent rumors of a “reset” or power grab allegedly being planned for November — from coup whispers to mass mobilizations and shifting military loyalties. Could this month test the limits of Philippine democracy?

#TheViewFromManila | OCTA Research fellow Prof. Ranjit Rye dissects the ghost projects scandal at the DPWH, saying corruption is “rife, alive, and endemic.” He explains why focusing only on personalities like the Disgaya family distracts from the real issue — institutional rot and weak accountability.Rye also warns that corruption and vote buying are linked — and that Filipinos must reform political parties and elections to fix the system. He shares OCTA’s latest political data: a possible 2028 face-off between the Duterte–Marcos tandem and the Tulfo–Hontiveros bloc, with a huge undecided bloc that could swing the race.

#PolitikaAllTheWay | Kamangagawa Party-list Rep. Eli San Fernando challenges business leaders and government officials to live on minimum wage for a month as he calls for a nationwide ₱200 legislated wage hike and the abolition of the outdated provincial rate system. He believes fair pay is an investment in productivity, not a burden on businesses.San Fernando also pushes for full transparency and accountability in government, urging that corrupt officials be exposed, punished, and stripped of ill-gotten wealth. He criticizes the Marcos administration for being all publicity and no results, saying the fight against corruption demands action, not theatrics.

#SafeHouse | Political strategist Ronald Llamas says President Bongbong Marcos could face serious backlash if the government’s anti-corruption drive fails to jail anyone.He links the unresolved flood control scandal and selective justice to growing unrest, saying public anger could reach a tipping point by early next year. Llamas also talks about the November 30 Trillion Peso March, the Church’s renewed activism, and how a new generation is rising against corruption and political dynasties.

#TheViewFromManila | Makati Business Club Exec. Dir. Apa Ongpin says President Marcos Jr. took a huge political risk by confronting corruption inside his own camp — from billion-peso flood control scams to “hijacked” budgets. But can he fix a system where, as Ongpin puts it, “these people cannot be trusted to police themselves”?

#PolitikaAllTheWay | Political vlogger Marc Gomboa weighs in on the country’s hot-button issues — from the “magulo” Senate and the DPWH flood control scandal to fake news, AI, and 2028 politics.

Gomboa says the Discayas shouldn’t be made state witnesses — “tama lang na huwag na, kasuhan na lang” — and calls for a 24/7 “bantay fake news” office to fight digital disinformation. He backs stronger powers for the ICI, praises Ombudsman Boying Remulla as “hindi mo pwedeng i-bully,” and warns rivals not to underestimate the Duterte camp: “VP Sara is still the person to beat.”

#TheMensRoom | Actor McCoy de Leon gets candid about his life on and off cam — from secret crushes and past relationships to receiving death threats over his kontrabida role in Batang Quiapo. He also talks about his upcoming Cignal Play romcom 'My Boyfriend Is My Killer' with Sam Coloso and shares how he’s navigating fame, family, and faith.

#ThoughtLeaders | “People are tired of talk,” says Dino Bate, warning that investor confidence in the Philippine market won’t recover until those at the top are made accountable. The COL Financial and SharePHIL head explains how governance scandals have deepened the disconnect between economic growth and market performance—and why credible enforcement, transparency, and investor education are key to restoring trust.