REFLECTIONS TODAY Whenever God conveyed a message to the Israelites, such message began with the word “Hear” or “Listen” (Shema), as is the case in our First Reading. This means that the first responsibility of the Israelites was to listen and understand the Lord’s words or...
THE VIEW FROM RIZAL How, do I make sure I vote wisely this coming May elections? A good number of young people have been asking me this question lately, many of whom are first-time voters. It appears they are eager to take part in the forthcoming electoral exercise, and the good news is that...
The Typhon Mid-Range Capability (MRC) missile system arrives in Northern Luzon on April 7, 2024 for the Salaknib Exercise between the Philippine Army and United States Army Pacific. (Photo: USARPAC) A “small” unit of the Philippine Army (PA) is being trained on how to use and maintain the...
Age-based discrimination resulting in unemployment, inadequate social security, and restricted access to healthcare are some of the most pressing problems currently faced by the country's senior citizens that need to be addressed by the government, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) said. These...
REFLECTIONS TODAY Mary is human like all of us. But unlike us, she was completely open to God’s will. God did not impose his will on her. She was asked, and she consented. She was free to say No to God, but she saw herself as a humble maidservant open to obey the Lord’s bidding. She must...
United States Department of Defense (DOD) Secretary Pete Hegseth delivers recorded remarks at the Pentagon, March 20, 2025. (Photo courtesy: Air Force Senior Airman Madelyn Keech, DOD) The upcoming visit of United States Department of Defense (DOD) Secretary Pete Hegseth to the country later this...
The Marine Natural Products and Pharmacognosy Labs of the University of the Philippines Marine Science Institute (UP MSI) focuses on discovering chemical compounds from marine organisms to develop treatments for some of the world’s deadliest diseases. (Photo by Misael Bacani/UP MPRO) A team of...
The Senate of the Philippines has launched an official Viber channel, which will not only serve as a reliable platform for accurate information but also be an effective tool for combating the spread of fake news and misinformation on social media. Senate of the Philippines According to Senate...
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) said it was prepared to assist commuters who would be affected by a three-day strike seen to paralyze public transportation system beginning on Monday, March 24. “The Armed Forces of the Philippines remains on standby, ready to assist as needed,” AFP...
FROM THE MARGINS On March 11, 2025, I had the privilege of speaking at the Mansmith Market Masters Conference, an annual strategy and marketing event that brings together top industry leaders, CEOs, and marketing experts. Held at the SMX Convention Center in Taguig City, the conference was led and...
REFLECTIONS TODAY In today’s Gospel, the intention of Jesus’ detractors is made clear—to get rid of him by killing him. Our First Reading seems to fit Jesus’ situation to a tee. He is the righteous one (v 12) that his enemies want to test. They want to see if he will remain steadfast to his...
Last January, Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo Loyzaga of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) issued a landmark Administrative Order establishing an institutional mechanism for Natural Capital Accounting (NCA) within the department. This initiative aims to systematize the...
