NIGHT OWL I still remember the first time I saw my byline in the Manila Bulletin. It was the moment “Night Owl” was born, the column that became my voice, my chronicle, my ever-evolving perspective on the world. I was young, brimming with ideas, eager to share the stories that mattered to me....
NIGHT OWL Loneliness and social isolation may carry far greater health consequences than many people realize. According to a meta-analysis of 90 studies published in June 2023 in the journal “Nature Human Behaviour,” living with minimal social contact or feeling consistently lonely can increase...
NIGHT OWL Jan. 22 felt like the culmination of a year-long journey. I stepped into a bustling reception in Manila to celebrate the launch of LSE Generate’s 23rd international chapter — a monumental moment that introduced LSE Generate’s very first international cluster, connecting the...
NIGHT OWL When I first embarked on my entrepreneurial journey, I had the passion and a clear vision for the kind of impact I wanted to create. What I lacked was a reliable support system—an incubator where my ideas could take shape in a holistic, resource-rich environment. Enter LSE Generate, the...
NIGHT OWL I am deeply honored to be named among the Top 33 Leaders in Responsible AI by She Shapes AI. This acknowledgment not only recognizes my personal journey but also underscores the transformative power of technology in connecting people, preserving cultures, and driving inclusive growth. To...
NIGHT OWL It all began with a conversation over coffee, surrounded by the centuries-old walls of Oxford — a place where the weight of tradition meets the pulse of innovation. As I looked around the room, I was struck by the incredible diversity of talent, ideas, and ambitions, yet I couldn’t...
NIGHT OWL In an increasingly complex world, understanding the needs, aspirations, and concerns of citizens has become vital for shaping effective policies and creating meaningful change. This is where data becomes not just a tool, but a bridge—one that connects policymakers, planners, and the...
NIGHT OWL Democracy, at its core, is the belief that every individual has a voice and a right to shape the collective future. It is the cornerstone of freedom, equality, and accountability — a system that thrives when citizens are informed, engaged, and empowered. While democracy has proven to be...
NIGHT OWL An ideal healthcare system ensures equitable, accessible, and high-quality care for every individual, regardless of socioeconomic status or geographic location. Such a system would meet the World Health Organization’s (WHO) standard of at least one doctor per 1,000 people,...
NIGHT OWL As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to evolve at a breakneck pace, its transformative potential is undeniable. From healthcare and education to agriculture and commerce, AI promises to reshape industries and create unprecedented opportunities. Yet, amid the hype surrounding AI...
NIGHT OWL In our rapidly evolving digital world, artificial intelligence (AI) has become a cornerstone of innovation, reshaping industries, governance, and education. Yet, as we marvel at the transformative power of AI, a troubling disparity looms large: the access to AI technologies—and the...
NIGHT OWL The Nativity story, at the heart of Christmas, is a tableau of simplicity and profound significance. Its familiar images—a manger, shepherds, a guiding star, and the Christ child—convey deep moral and spiritual lessons that transcend time and place. Even in our modern,...
