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...
Women’s Month serves as a reminder that women, regardless of their circumstances, can accomplish anything they set their minds to. In the Philippines, many Filipinas have brought pride to the country, shattered gender stereotypes, and continue to drive positive change. One such remarkable...
SPEAKING OUT The arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte on charges of crimes against humanity is a watershed moment in Philippine history. For years, Duterte’s controversial war on drugs left a trail of devastation, with thousands of lives lost and families torn apart. Now, as he faces the...
SPEAKING OUT March 1, 2025 was a red letter day in Muntinlupa City as it marked its 30th Cityhood Anniversary with a series of milestone events that showcased the city's remarkable achievements and vision for the future. The day’s highlight was the traditional...
SPEAKING OUT The recent decision by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) to remove the Philippines from its global "gray list" marks a significant milestone in the country's ongoing efforts to combat money laundering and terrorism financing. This victory is not just a symbolic win; it has...
Images: Rodel Valiente A WOMAN'S GLOW Purple is the official color for Women's Month as it symbolizes justice and dignity The Main Building and the Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez of the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) will be bathed in vibrant purple this March to commemorate the...
SPEAKING OUT The Philippines faces a significant public health challenge with the recent surge in dengue cases which demand urgent attention and action. The Department of Health (DOH) has reported a staggering 40 percent increase in dengue cases compared to the same period last...
SPEAKING OUT The recent impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte marks a pivotal moment in Philippine politics, shaking the very core of our democratic principles. With 215 congressmen endorsing the impeachment complaint and its subsequent transmission to the Senate, we are confronted with...
SPEAKING OUT Today marks a significant milestone for the Philippine financial market as the Philippine Dealing and Exchange Corp. (PDEx) introduces the country's first peso-denominated interest rate hedge. This innovative derivative product promises to offer investors a powerful tool to...
SPEAKING OUT The recent redeployment of the US military’s Typhon launchers from Laoag airfield to another location on Luzon has sparked significant attention and controversy. These launchers, equipped with Tomahawk cruise missiles capable of hitting long distance targets, and SM-6 missiles...
