Anna Mae Lamentillo
Learning from London: Reviving railways in PH
December 05, 2024 4:01 pm
Every time I found myself traveling in London, I made it a point to ride and study its intricate public transportation network. From the sleek and efficient Underground to the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) with its driverless trains, each journey was an opportunity to marvel at how advanced public transportation systems in more developed economies have become. London’s public transport is not only a testament to innovation but also a demonstration of how strategic investment can transform mobility and drive economic progress.
Hana-Rāwhiti Maipi-Clarke: A voice of defiance and hope
December 01, 2024 2:40 pm
The first time I encountered the haka was during the One Young World Indigenous Youth Day in Montreal, Canada. I joined 100 indigenous youth leaders from around the globe to share stories of resilience and culture.
The importance of public spaces in advancing equality
November 26, 2024 4:09 pm
Public spaces are more than just physical locations; they are arenas for dialogue, freedom, and collective identity. They serve as platforms for individuals to share ideas, form bonds, and assert their place in society.
We still have a future
November 14, 2024 4:04 pm
The future can feel overwhelming. With climate change forecasts and rapid advancements in technology, it’s easy to see why young people around the world—especially in places like the Philippines and India—are feeling a growing sense of doom. In “Not the End of the World,” Hannah Ritchie highlights a global survey where an astonishing 73 percent of young Filipinos believe the world is doomed due to climate change, and an even more troubling 92 percent say “the future is frightening.” These numbers reveal much more than pessimism; they show a generation grappling with the fear that their future may be slipping away.
Inclusive AI can preserve endangered languages
November 12, 2024 4:03 pm
Nearly half of the world’s 7,164 languages are at risk, and experts predict that 95 percent could vanish by the century’s end. This crisis extends beyond words; each language embodies cultural knowledge, unique views, and the essence of community identity. The rapid progress in artificial intelligence (AI) offers an unprecedented chance to preserve these languages if AI development becomes inclusive and accessible to all communities.