Jaime Aristotle B. Alip, PhD
Next-gen innovators
April 28, 2024 8:50 pm
My wife and I celebrated our birthdays recently. At our advanced age, there is no greater gift than a loving family, so the special time spent with our children and grandchildren is one we will always cherish.
Breathtaking Busuanga
April 22, 2024 12:11 am
Palawan, a favorite travel destination, consistently ranks as one of the best islands in the world. Just recently, TripAdvisor described Palawan as “a slice of heaven,” naming it one of the world’s most trending destinations in its Travelers’ Choice Awards for 2024. Needless to say, I welcomed a recent opportunity to visit Palawan and stayed in Busuanga. It was a wonderful experience!
Modernizing Philippine agriculture
April 14, 2024 9:35 pm
Even as El Niño continues to affect many parts of the country, last week, the Department of Agriculture (DA) projected a 1.1 percent increase in rice production this first quarter. This is reassuring, especially in the face of rising inflation that, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), was driven by increased food prices and transportation costs. But with Agriculture Secretary Franciso Tiu Laurel, Jr.’s 8-Point Plan to modernize Philippine agriculture, this good news is hardly a surprise.
Dompet Dhuafa’s inspiring approach to inclusive development
April 08, 2024 2:28 am
This week, we will celebrate a double holiday in the Philippines. Tomorrow is Araw ng Kagitingan, which commemorates the valor and heroism of Filipino veterans. On Wednesday, our Muslim brothers and sisters will celebrate Eid-al Fitr to mark the end of Ramadan.
A film about land and hope: Easter musings from Laguna
March 31, 2024 4:10 pm
I am grateful for every day, but especially this day after Easter, which is all about hope and renewal. Today is not just the start of a new week; it is also the first day of a new month, April.