Compassionate, humble, inspiring, peace-loving, and steadfast in faith. These are but a sample of who Pope Francis was. Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Flores, Buenos Aires, Argentina, on Dec. 17, 1936, Pope Francis passed away on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88. As the first Latin...
In a recently released opinion poll conducted by Tangere, the Manila Bulletin emerged as the most trusted broadsheet newspaper in the Philippines, garnering a trust rating of 39 percent. At a time when misinformation and disinformation continue to spread rapidly on social media platforms,...
Economic planning as the key to sustained national development has been boosted by the signing into law by President Marcos of Republic Act No. 12145 on April 10, 2025, that officially transformed the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) into the Department of Economy, Planning...
Christ is risen! Alleluia! Churches around the world ring with this greeting today, Easter Sunday. This shared proclamation binds communities across generations and continents in a common hope. Easter Sunday is the most significant and transformative day in the Christian calendar. It is the...
Today is Maundy Thursday. Although it is often overshadowed by the solemnity of Good Friday and the joy of Easter Sunday, Maundy Thursday holds a powerful and transformative message that remains relevant today. This day, which commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with his...
Holy Wednesday, also known as Spy Wednesday, marks a vital moment in Christianity—the day when Judas Iscariot conspired to betray Jesus Christ. This act of treachery not only set the stage for the Passion but also offers valuable insights into human nature and the perils of compromised...
With summer temperatures soaring and power consumption peaking, the Department of Energy’s (DOE) recent assurance of no brownouts this season comes as a welcome relief. However, behind this assurance lies a complex energy landscape that demands closer scrutiny. While the DOE acknowledges...
Today is Palm Sunday, the beginning of Holy Week, the day the faithful reflects on the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. Palm Sunday is the final Sunday of Lent which leads to Easter. According to the Gospels, Jesus entered Jerusalem riding a humble donkey, while crowds greeted him...
Every year, Holy Week in the Philippines ushers in not only a period of solemn reflection and religious observance but also one of the most significant mass movements of people from urban centers to the provinces. Millions of Filipinos embark on journeys to reunite with family, visit...
Bullying remains a deeply rooted and growing problem in our schools. From name-calling and exclusion to physical violence and cyberbullying, many students—especially those perceived as different—suffer in silence. Despite laws and policies in place, bullying continues to thrive, often...
Respect and dignity are personal virtues, societal obligations, and hallmarks of a civilized society. The Bible itself emphasizes respect. Matthew 7:12—“So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you”—reinforces the universal importance of treating others with...
Road rage, a term that once seemed like an occasional outburst, has now become a disturbing incident on our roads because it can be fatal. Defined as aggressive or violent behavior stemming from a driver’s uncontrolled anger at the actions of another motorist, road rage is more than just...
