Why not claim the ring of fire?
On September 3, China’s state-run Global Times published an opinion piece disputing Philippine sovereignty over Batanes. I see this as another attempt to nibble at the Philippine archipelago, one piece at a time. The...
Lifelong learning projects in this age of complexity
An nagtanan, nanginahanglan hin pag aram, ha ano man nga sitwasyon, pirmi mahinunangdanon an pag kab-ot han kina-adman!
In an age defined by rapid change and social complexity, the idea of lifelong learning has moved...
Leading without breaking: Why most leaders burn out and how to avoid it
Leadership is often portrayed as a position of power, influence, and reward. Yet behind the titles and achievements lies a harsh reality – burnout rates among leaders are alarmingly high. From CEOs to frontline...
The gospel of the crumbs
THIS is about the beautiful Gospel scene (Mt. 15:21-28) where a Canaanite woman, an outsider to Israel, approaches Jesus with unwavering hope, pleading for her daughter tormented by a demon.
She meets what appears to...
Impeachment vs immunity
The filing of grave-threat charges against Vice President Sara Duterte has raised serious questions about immunity, political persecution, and the lawful limits of state power. Her position as an impeachable official does not automatically...
When the shooter knows the drill
At a Bulacan public school, classroom doors were barricaded, and students crouched beneath their desks during a nationwide armed-intruder drill. The exercise was necessary, but it exposed a disturbing weakness. A safety lesson taught...