SPEAKING OUT It was a striking image yesterday: thousands of young men and women filing into exam halls across the country, clutching pens and prayer beads, ready to take the Philippine National Police (PNP) entrance and promotional exams. For them, this was more than a test—it was a chance to...
Award-winning director Louie Ignacio is speaking up against what he calls destructive and dishonest film criticism—and he 's not holding back. During a story conference for his upcoming romantic comedy “The Flying Red Balloon,” held in Quezon City, Louie made clear that while he can...
SPEAKING OUT The energy crisis is no longer an abstract policy debate—it is the rising cost in our bills, the strain on our transport, and the uncertainty in our future. For Juan and Maria, conserving energy is not just about saving pesos; it is about safeguarding the nation’s resilience. We...
The streets that fell silent on Good Friday are alive again this Monday morning. Jeepneys honk, offices stir, and the familiar rhythm of deadlines and duties resumes. Yet for a nation that has just walked through the solemn corridors of Holy Week, the question remains: do we simply return to...
Launched in April 2024, Philinspect Property Inspection Services became the country’s first third-party property inspection company. Certified by the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI), Philinspect conducts independent and unbiased technical inspections aimed at...
Homeowners are always wary of floodwaters flowing into their properties due to heavy rainfall. A flooded home can be devastating and lead to significant financial losses, health risks, and emotional distress. Residential flooding is a complex issue; however, Mark Christoper Ignacio, founder and...
SPEAKING OUT The Ayala-led Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) continues to set new benchmarks for success, recently presenting its stockholders with an impressive account of its strong performance throughout 2024 and a promising start to 2025. In the first quarter of 2025, BPI reported an...
SPEAKING OUT During the annual Araw ng Kagitingan, we paused to honor the remarkable heroism of Filipino and American soldiers who bravely fought and sacrificed during the Battle of Bataan. We also paid tribute to the survivors who endured the harrowing Death March and the hardships of...
SPEAKING OUT Holy Week holds immense significance in our predominantly Catholic country, where the week serves as a time for reflection, repentance, and renewal. Traditionally, Filipinos observe Holy Week with devout religious practices steeped in centuries-old customs. Palm Sunday...
SPEAKING OUT The local election campaign has begun, blending old traditions with new approaches. While proclamation rallies, motorcades, and integrity walks still draw crowds, the campaign noise is slowly shifting. Pulong-pulongs and bullhorns echoing through neighborhoods are being taken...
SPEAKING OUT Watching Alex Eala in her thrilling run at the Miami Open, I couldn't help but notice the BPI and Globe logos adorning her sleeves. These symbols of support reflect a larger story—Ayala Corporation's early recognition of Alex’s exceptional talent and its decision to appoint her as...
SPEAKING OUT The legality and circumstances of the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte will continue to be challenged both inside the court and in the streets. Regardless of how the Supreme Court decides, the ultimate question that begs to be answered is: Should the former President be held...
