Albuera officials, residents struggle to shake off bad image
From being mecca of illegal drugs
ALBUERA, Leyte- For months, this sleepy but quaint town hogged the news headline. But not for good reason, as wryly admitted by its residents and local officials.
Albuera, with...
Reflecting on the journey towards freedom and unity
S.J A.
Independence Day is a momentous occasion that carries deep significance for every Filipino. Its commemoration serves as a poignant reminder of the arduous struggles, tremendous sacrifices, and triumphant moments that shaped the nation’s...
Beyond the hardship: Visionary youth elevates farming in Samar
By Aaron A. Cotejar
Christian Humphrey Lapeciros, a young agriculture enthusiast from Paranas, Samar, witnessed the harsh realities of farm life — days under the scorching sun, unpredictable harvests, and the perception that farming was...
Young cop proves one can be both tough and Godly
TACLOBAN CITY - POLICE OFFICER Denver Jay Busa reflects on his childhood surrounded by books, flowers, and female friends.
“I grew up with a great love for flowers, especially during Flores de Mayo, because I...
After she was gone: A granddaughter’s landing for grief
Grief is a sneaky thing.
When we went home to Tacloban on January 22, you were still full of wit and life. You bantered with us, asked for chicharon, and slipped easily into our Sagkahan...
From aKin to aTin: Embracing Kapwa in the Journey of Abundance
Among the classes that completed SALDiWA, including our very own SALDiWA 59, tales of struggle and hardship are all too common.
Career officers often recount the absence of food, the toll of sleepless nights, the...