Despicable standard
It's a disturbing reality that getting a decent job often requires a litany of credentials: a college degree, professional licenses, years of experience, and multiple clearances. Yet, to run for political office, including the...
Tanim-bala modus
The tanim-bala, or bullet-planting scam, at Philippine airports, is back, reflecting the nation’s systemic corruption and inability to maintain real reforms. Passengers, most of whom are overseas Filipino workers struggling to remit money to...
Political uncertainties
As the next national elections draw near, the political landscape is already starting to shift dramatically. President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., whose first term has been marked by a mix of public skepticism and...
Impose Strict monitoring
In a country where typhoons, earthquakes, and other natural calamities occur frequently, only the most resilient structures can safeguard lives and properties. Anything less than strict adherence to high construction standards and thorough inspections...
Drowning in debt
Historically, the Philippine government has become used to borrowing to support its operations, infrastructures, and budget deficit. With each incoming administration, the short-term remedy is to borrow instead of improving the capacity of the...
Take the rains seriously
The incessant rains battering Eastern Visayas over the past few days are not only a nuisance; they are also a threat to public safety and daily life. The situation demands more attention, particularly from...