Waste problem
The garbage problem that plagues many towns and cities is not just an environmental issue, it reflects a deeper failure in governance and social responsibility. Despite numerous programs aimed at waste management, many streets...
Approach with caution
The rapid rise of electric vehicle (EV) production worldwide signals a significant shift in the automotive industry, which could spell trouble for gasoline-powered vehicles, especially in countries like the Philippines where most car owners...
Dubious support
Amid the growing tensions between China and the Philippines, particularly in the West Philippine Sea, reliance on the United States as our primary military ally is risky for us. While the Mutual Defense Treaty...
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...
Faking public service
Far too many politicians nowadays have mastered the art of disguising their actions as public service while secretly maneuvering to secure their place in the political arena. They champion causes, appear at charity events,...
Culture of bribery
Like a cancer, the pervasive culture of bribery in the Philippines infects everything from government operations to daily interactions between citizens and authorities, revealing itself in countless ways: from the high-profile criminals who evade...