Cause pre-empted
On December 28, improvise explosive devices blasted one at a time in a crowded Rizal Park in Hilongos, Leyte leaving at least 32 persons injured, five seriously wounded. Easily, Pres. Rodrigo Duterte in his...
Effects of stress and burnout in the workplace
The presence of stress and burnout in a work environment carries substantial consequences for both individual employees and the overall organization. Understanding these effects is crucial for addressing and mitigating the negative impact on...
The pursuit of eloquence
EVERYONE, I suppose, wants to be eloquent, that is, forceful and persuasive in his conversations, dialogues, speeches. Especially to those engaged in public speaking and publicity work, eloquence is the apple of their eye,...
Ambitious projects
When I read on Facebook the supposed plan to build bridges linking Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, I couldn’t help but feel a mix of curiosity and skepticism. If true, it sounds like a dream...
The Fast Rising Oceans (Part 2)
The last Automatic was my take on the rising oceans. It dwells on the anecdote of the sky falling. The Sky is Falling is an absurd belief that disaster is imminent. The term comes...
Fiesta celebration
Tacloban City’s fiesta celebration is a grand and lavish tradition, albeit a display of misplaced priorities to some extent. While the celebration feeds the illusion of progress and abundance, it does little to address...