Hampering planting efforts
We have been told, time and again, about the benefits of growing fruits, vegetables, cereals, and other eatables for personal sustenance, economic growth, and food security. Despite these well-meaning efforts, many people remain reluctant...
For the youth to emulate
As Filipino youth are confronted with the challenges of the modern world, there is a growing need for role models who exemplify excellence, dedication, and resilience. Carlos Yulo, the first Filipino gymnast to win...
Needing a balanced approach
The resurgence of drug proliferation in the Philippines, alleged to be happening at present, is a troubling development that casts a shadow over the gains made during the previous regime. Under the iron-fisted rule...
Outbreaks to contain
As our country grapples with multiple health crises, the rising cases of dengue, monkeypox, and local schistosomiasis demand immediate attention. These outbreaks are not just isolated incidents but indicators of a broader public health...
Corruption prevails
Corruption in the Philippines is so persistent it has become an institution in itself, deeply rooted in both the private and public sectors. The perpetrators—often the very people entrusted with the nation’s welfare—never seem...
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...