The funny thing about the Philippines is this: we love acting like every good idea just arrived yesterday on a cargo ship from Singapore wearing a blazer and speaking English with a consultancy accent. Bamboo included. Suddenly everybody in government PowerPoints discovered “green materials,” “carbon capture,” and “sustainable innovation,” as if the kawayan beside the…
The heated debate in the Senate, which led to the minority walking out, painted a troubling picture of political immaturity and a failure to carry the responsibility entrusted to them. Walking out during a critical legislative discussion does not reflect courage or principled leadership. Instead, it raises questions about their willingness to uphold the dignity,…
In Photo: At the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Patan Durbar Square. It was not really a part of my bucket list but a visit to Nepal was a welcome addition to our Bhutan trip. When I hear Nepal, the first thing that comes into mind is Mt Everest. As I have no dreams of scaling…
The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI), through its social development arm, BPI Foundation (BPIF), renewed its partnership with Knowledge Channel Foundation, Inc. (KCFI) to advance financial literacy across the country through trusted, large-scale education and media platforms. As part of the renewed agreement, a multi-phase program will be rolled out to equip Filipino youth…
PROSPERIDAD, AGUSAN DEL SUR — Dedicated to championing Filipino talents and empowering youth athletes, DITO Telecommunity proudly stands as a sponsor of this year’s Palarong Pambansa – the country’s most celebrated youth sporting event in partnership with the Department of Education (DepEd). Through next-generation technological support and seamless connectivity, DITO is delivering an enhanced experience…
In Photo: Sherilyn and Mario Donque stand proudly beside their humble ice cream cart, a business that provides for their daily needs. Ice cream is one of the most popular desserts in Filipino households. For many, it is more than just a sweet treat; it is their comfort food, often enjoyed as a refreshing way…
Bhutan has been in my list of dream destinations for the longest of time but it was never a top priority. While I have been fascinated by its rich culture and heritage, I knew that the right time for me to visit Bhutan will come someday soon. And that day came last April 22, when…
Photo courtesy: Official facebook page of Inday Sara Duterte The crucial YES and NO votes on the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte has created a political fission nationwide and has not spared Davao Region particularly in Davao del Norte. While Davao de Oro and Davao del Sur voted Yes it was expected from Maricar…
Reports say Vince Francis Dingding, a former UP Cebu student leader, was among five people killed on May 16, 2026, in reported encounters between government troops and alleged NPA members in Cauayan, Negros Occidental. Public accounts also suggest that he had been separated from ordinary family life for years after reportedly joining the underground movement….
DAVAO CITY — More than 100 families received relief assistance from the offices of Davao City First District Rep. Paolo Duterte and Vice Mayor Rodrigo Duterte II on Tuesday, May 19, after flash floods triggered by prolonged heavy rains displaced affected families across several communities in Davao City. Teams from the “Pulong-Pulong ni Pulong” program…
