Dev Flores

A decade after its original release, Lyca Gairanod’s 2015 track “Puede Nang Mangarap” is trending again, known as a go-to anthem for celebrating personal wins, comedic survival moments, and other creative entries that come to mind for anyone who wants to join a trend.

Even the singer herself couldn’t resist joining the hype. In a TikTok post, Lyca Gairanod recreated the choreography in her original music video.

She also teased the fans in the comments about the remake.

Nation’s Girl Group BINI also joined a trend, putting their creative twist. Instead of using the studio track, the group posted a video where BINI Maloi sang an a cappella rendition, while BINI Aiah and BINI Sheena danced in the back, representing the OA and nonchalant line.

Filipino netizens have also proven their trademark wit, turning an inspirational track into relatable workplace humor. Many creators used the audio to capture the exact feeling of relief every payday. Other content also shows a transition from petsa de peligro to celebratory payday.

Since the ‘ber’ months officially begin, others have jumped ahead to celebrate the looming arrival of their 13th month pay.

Aside from personal feeds, public and private organizations have joined the trend, posting their creative entries for their content.

If there’s workplace humor, the students will say present to the trend.

Whether it’s a major life milestone, a hard-earned paycheck, or simply making it through a tough week, the “Puede Nang Mangarap” trend reminds us that there will always be hope and a way to achieve your dreams and aspirations.

So, how about you? What’s your “Puede Nang Mangarap” entry?

Following the appointment of the professional boxing athlete, Manny Pacquiao, as Secretary and Lead Convenor of the National Anti-Poverty Commission (NAPC), he recently received his first-ever honorary doctorate at the Philippine Normal University (PNU).

The PNU conferred the Doctor of Physical Education and Sports, Honoris Causa, on September 16, 2026.

In an Instagram post by his wife, Jinkee Pacquiao, she expressed pride and joy for her husband's new milestone.

The honorary doctorate degree aims to recognize his outstanding achievements in sports, which makes Filipinos proud. Secretary Pacquiao stated that the degree he received is not just a validation of his achievements in boxing, but he also committed to serve and inspire the younger generation, according to PNU.

Defense spokesperson Atty. Michael Poa respects the legal opinion of the amici curiae regarding the voting threshold in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, whether it favors their side or not.

“We really welcome all the opinions and of course, the positions given not only by the amici that were present kanina, but also of Chief Justice Davide who sent his position via memorandum,”

“It really provides us an insight not only with the current constitution, but even the historical perspective,” he added

Atty. Poa also explained that various opinions and interpretations of the laws can be normal and common.

“Sabi nga nila, 'you have 10 lawyers in a room, you may have 12 or 15 opinions', so normal naman po iyan,” he said

“We have to keep our minds open, just in case, may punto naman talaga yung sinabi kahit salungat sa ating posisyon. Baka may mapupulot din tayo na aral doon,” he added

Meanwhile, when Atty. Poa was asked whether they plan to bring the matter to the Supreme Court, he said that the defense cannot release the final decision yet because they are still on the assessment if the issue is justifiable to submit before the Supreme Court.

“Kasi may mga tinatawag tayong justiciable issues or non-justiciable issues. Meaning, mga bagay na pwede nating idulog sa Supreme Court. May mga bagay na hindi o baka premature pa,” he said

“So sa atin wala pa naman tayong sinasabi. Depende yan sa sitwasyon and sa aming assessment kung ito ay tamang i-akyat sa Supreme Court – kung ito ay justiciable issue,” he added

Atty. Poa also assured that they have no intention to obstruct or delay anything, just in case they need to seek the Supreme Court’s insight.

“Makakaasa kayo na hindi naman kami aakyat ng Supreme Court para lang sa manggulo or mag-delay or anything like that — that's really not our purpose,” he said

Following the participation of the amici curiae on September 16, the oral arguments of the defense and prosecution are set on September 23, 2026.

Retired Supreme Court Associate Justice Adolfo S. Azcuna has been tapped to serve as amicus curiae, or a friend of the court, to advise on the voting threshold for the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte.

The former Associate Justice completed his Bachelor of Arts and continued his law degree at Ateneo de Manila University. He also pursued post-graduate studies in International Law and Jurisprudence at the McGeorge School of Law in Salzburg, Austria.

For a long time, Azcuna spent his service in the judiciary, constitutional bodies, the executive branch, and academia.

He served as an elected delegate to represent Zamboanga del Norte in the 1971 Constitutional Convention. In 1986, he was appointed as a member of the 1986 Constitutional Commission and drafted the 1987 Constitution.

Under the administration of late President Corazon Aquino, Azcuna served as the Presidential Legal Counsel, Press Secretary, and Presidential Spokesperson.

Azcuna was appointed to the Supreme Court as Associate Justice from October 2002 to February 2009, under the administration of former President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo.

Following his term in the Supreme Court, he served as a Chancellor in the Philippine Judicial Academy from June 1, 2009 to May 31, 2021.

Azcuna served as one of the commissioners in the International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) from 2014 to 2019 and was elected to the Board of Executives of the International Organization for Judicial Training (IOJT) in November 2017.

He also taught International Law at the Ateneo de Manila University from 1967 to 1986 and has authored numerous legal publications.

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Retired Chief Justice Hilario Davide Jr. is one of the invited legal experts of the Senate impeachment court to provide advice on the voting threshold in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte.

Davide served as a Presiding Officer during the impeachment trial of former President Joseph “Erap” Estrada.

Before his appointment to the Supreme Court as Chief Justice, his career in public service began in Cebu as Private Secretary to the Vice Governor and then to the Governor of Cebu from 1959 to 1963, and also included serving as one of the commissioners who drafted the 1987 Constitution.

Under the administration of late President Corazon “Cory” Aquino, the former chief justice also served as the Chairman of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) from Feb. 16, 1988 to Jan. 11, 1990. From 1989 to 1991, he served as the Chairman of The Presidential Fact Finding Commission.

Following his service in the Executive branch, Davide Jr. was appointed to the Supreme Court as Associate Justice from Jan. 24, 1991 to  Nov. 29, 1998, and then promoted as Chief Justice from Nov. 30, 1998 to December 20, 2005.

In addition to his extensive public service, the former chief justice devoted his six years to legal education as a faculty member at the Southwestern University - College of Law in Cebu City from 1962 to 1968.

Beyond his legal career, Davide Jr. holds honorary degrees in humanities, law, and public administration from various prestigious universities in the Philippines.