The Philippines is on the brink of transformative growth, fueled by major infrastructure projects aimed at modernizing its ports and airports. These initiatives, such as the modernization of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) by the San Miguel Corporation-led consortium, and the...
Today, millions of people around the world are on their way home to join their families for Christmas. From bustling airports to crowded bus terminals, the desire to reunite with loved ones transcends borders, religions, and cultures, reflecting humanity’s shared yearning for connection,...
Today is the sixth day of Simbang Gabi, a most cherished holiday tradition that shows no sign of being overtaken by end-of-the-year tasks. Churches for the dawn and evening masses are still full, and in many parts of the world where a Filipino community resides, Simbang Gabi is held...
The United Nations (UN), in 2005, declared December 20 each year as International Human Solidarity Day to reflect on the importance of unity and collective action. The observance is a reminder that solidarity is a crucial force that binds families, communities, and nations, guiding everyone...
Today, Dec. 18, the global community observes International Migrants Day. Commemorating this important event is an opportunity to reflect on the often overlooked yet undeniable role migrant workers play in helping shape economies, sustain industries, and, ultimately, foster the prosperity of...
Determined to ensure the stability of the price of rice at the retail level, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel has been doing the rounds of Kadiwa ng Pangulo kiosks where the staple is selling at ₱40 per kilo. This comes on the heels of latest projections made by the US Department of...
‘Be prepared,’ the Scout motto, is both a timely and timeless reminder. Oxford Dictionary’s definition of mindfulness offers a comprehensive concept of being prepared: “the quality or state of being conscious or aware of something; a mental state achieved by focusing one’s awareness...
The discovery of widespread use of fake Person with Disability (PWD) identification cards reveals a troubling culture of dishonesty that has far-reaching consequences for the government, businesses, and, most significantly, the PWD community itself. In a Senate hearing investigating the tax...
The President’s recent signing of Republic Act No. 12079, or the Value-Added Tax (VAT) Refund for Non-Resident Tourists again highlights the government’s support for the tourism industry. Under the newly signed law, tourists can claim a refund on the value-added tax for goods personally...
A recent study by geologists from the University of the Philippines-Diliman has brought attention to the alarming rate of land subsidence in Greater Manila, Metro Davao, and Metro Iloilo. The municipalities of Bulakan, Guiguinto, and Balagtas in Bulacan stand out for their severe sinking rate of...
Will the series of challenges besetting the country — ranging from rice supply shortages to soaring prices as well as systemic issues like smuggling and market manipulation — finally come to an end? These problems have been threatening the livelihoods of millions of rice farmers and putting the...
While the country’s workforce grew from 47.79 million to 48.16 million in October 2024 — or by 370,000 — the National Statistician expressed concern that underemployment in the Philippines has risen from 11.7 percent to 12.6 percent, reflecting a troubling trend in the country’s labor...
