Dealing with irregularities
It’s no secret that bribery is the unspoken rule in many government offices—the lubricant that makes the wheels of bureaucracy turn. Those who refuse to grease palms are left waiting, their papers gathering dust,...
Navigating challenges in seizing growth and innovation opportunities across industries
The world is brimming with growth and innovation opportunities, waiting to be unlocked across industries. But realizing these opportunities requires a keen understanding of the challenges that lie ahead. From overcoming technological hurdles to...
Considerations from the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord
FEBRUARY 2 is the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord which is 40 days after his birth. Again, the number 40 appears in this occasion. In the Bible, this number appears 158 times...
Brazen violation
The recent presence of the China Coast Guard just 93 nautical miles from the coast of Zambales is an open and brazen affront to Philippine sovereignty. Under UNCLOS, there is no question that the...
Kids of today
It’s impossible not to listen to the growing chorus of teachers lamenting how today’s schoolchildren are increasingly unruly, defiant, and, dare I say it, devoid of basic courtesy. The old standards of respect and...