Fixer-infested
It has been common knowledge to all that the Land Transportation Office (LTO) is one of the government agencies that is infested by fixers who do not seem to leave this office alone, suggesting...
Needing an overhaul
As we all know, the future of our youth and the nation as a whole hinge upon the effectiveness of our education system. Regrettably, recent studies and international competitions have revealed alarming deficiencies in...
When it rains
The heavy downpours and almost incessant rains that we experienced here in Eastern Visayas in the past days due to the low-pressure area had once again uncovered the extant problems that we have had...
Defeated purpose
Road widening projects in urban areas are often touted as a solution to traffic congestion and overcrowding on major thoroughfares. However, in many cases, the very purpose of these projects is swiftly defeated, as...
Far from over
The end of the drug war was supposed to mark a shift towards a more humane and strategic approach to addressing the drug problem in the Philippines. Yet, reports of drug proliferation resurfacing in...
Apps to ban
With China continually asserting claims over maritime territories that rightfully belong to the Philippines, there is growing concern over the potential threat posed by Chinese-owned online applications, which could be used by Chinese authorities...