Surging rice prices
As one of the largest consumers of rice worldwide, our country has been experiencing a persistent upward trend in rice prices, which is ironic because we used to be the rice granary of Asia....
New or recycled
Some newly elected local officials recently assumed office under a cloud of feuds and unfinished projects—their predecessors left behind a trail of unpaid contractors and festering garbage in the poblacion. The new leadership promised...
“Drawing the line between confidence and self-doubt”
We all grapple with the internal tug-of-war between confidence and self-doubt. It’s a delicate dance, a constant negotiation between believing in our abilities and questioning our worth. This internal dialogue shapes how we approach...
They, who do not exist
Until then we will be asking the same questions,
are these folks living or maybe we are just seeing ghosts?
Like the familiar landscapes of the cities in the country, these too are familiar. The...
War for peace
The recent surge in military alliances among nations worldwide signals a shift in global geopolitics, characterized by a renewed emphasis on defense and strategic partnerships. Superpowers like the United States, China, and Russia are...
Sportsfests
The summer break afforded ample time for the conduct of sports competitions in various localities at all levels, from the barangay, municipali and cities. People would see sports tournaments being held in different communities...