NATIONAL
Brigada Eskwela: A Symptom of Government Failure? (EDITORIAL)
As schools across the country open their gates for the annual Brigada Eskwela, Filipinos once again witness the remarkable spirit of bayanihan. Teachers, parents, students, civic groups, and volunteers gather to clean classrooms, repair facilities, repaint walls, trim overgrown grounds, and prepare schools for the opening of classes. On the surface, Brigada Eskwela is a...
REGIONAL
Davao City to crackdown Coastal Road stunt riders
By Ivy Tejano DAVAO CITY – The Davao City Council is coordinating with relevant government agencies to investigate and address reports of motorcycle riders performing “Superman” stunts and engaging in illegal drag racing activities along the Davao City Coastal Road. Committee on Peace and Public Safety chairperson Councilor Luna Acosta said the committee is coordinating...
OPINION
Every Filipino Deserves Financial Independence (Mindful by Jay Ledesma)
Photo credit: Shutterstock “I believe that through knowledge and discipline, financial peace *(freedom) is possible for us—all of us.” —Dave Ramsey This coming June 12, we are again celebrating and commemorating our Philippine Independence Day. We remember how our forefathers fought hard for Filipinos to gain liberty from captivity and slavery. Fast forward to...
BUSINESS
HSBC Premier Unveils a New Era of Global Banking for Filipinos Living Beyond Borders
Refreshed proposition brings together international banking, wealth expertise, and lifestyle privileges designed for today’s globally connected customers DAVAO CITY, Philippines — HSBC Philippines has officially unveiled the refreshed HSBC Premier, redefining what modern international banking looks like for clients in the Philippines whose lives, ambitions, and opportunities increasingly span borders. To mark the launch, HSBC...