A long celebration
At the first blush of September, when radio stations across the country start playing “Ang Pasko ay Sumapit,” we always feel that familiar mix of delight and unease. Yes, the long Christmas season is...
Christ is the real, ultimate and universal king
WITH the celebration of the Solemnity of Christ the King, we are reminded to really develop and enliven our belief that Christ is the real and ultimate king for all of us. He is...
The silent barrier: Unraveling the most challenging aspect of effective communication
Communication is the lifeblood of any successful relationship, be it personal or professional. We rely on it to build connections, share ideas, and navigate the complexities of life. Yet, despite its fundamental importance, effective...
A heavy shadow cast upon us all
In recent months, the Philippines has been shaken by revelations of corruption implicating officials from top to bottom. For many citizens, the headlines feel like a heavy shadow cast over our democracy.
Corruption thrives when...
Hopeless recovery attempts
Given the current state of affairs, the billions lost to corruption in flood control projects cannot be recovered, and the nation is aware of this. Apparently, the very people who had direct oversight of...
Bridge in agony
The scaffolding that once clung to the San Juanico Bridge now hangs in my mind like a question that refuses to go away. Every time I cross that span between Samar and Leyte, I...