NIGHT OWL I am writing this column while on the train from Oxford University to the UCL Campus in Canary Wharf, reflecting on the meaningful journey that has led to today’s milestone: being recognized as a winner of the inaugural She Shapes AI Award for AI & Learning. It is a humbling honor...
NIGHT OWL I first set foot at St Hugh’s College on a crisp Oxford morning, my footsteps muffled by the gently mown lawn that leads up to the tall, red-brick building. It’s one of the younger Oxford colleges, founded in 1886 by Elizabeth Wordsworth, expressly to give women a place to pursue...
NIGHT OWL Tiffany Lafuente is a name quickly becoming synonymous with contemporary art that challenges conventions while offering a whimsical yet deeply introspective lens into human nature. The young Filipino artist has already carved an impressive path in the art world, with her works showcased...
NIGHT OWL In the ever-evolving gastronomic playground that is Kingly Court, Donia emerges as a star, illuminating the top floor with its bold, soulful, and undeniably delicious take on Filipino cuisine. It’s a restaurant that doesn’t just serve food; it orchestrates an experience — one that...
NIGHT OWL Artificial intelligence is reshaping our world, and I am deeply honored to be named a finalist for the She Shapes AI Award for AI and Learning. This recognition is not just a personal milestone but a testament to the power of AI in fostering education, inclusivity, and societal change. To...
NIGHT OWL In the grand tapestry of human civilization, language is the primary thread that binds communities, conveys identity, and preserves cultural wisdom. But around the world, centuries-old tongues are on the brink of vanishing. Their disappearance represents not merely a loss of...
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...
