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THERE'S HOPE!     In the Philippines, we've grown up on stories that tell us love conquers all. From teleseryes to timeless kundimans, we are taught that no matter the hardship, as long as there's love, everything else will fall into place. “Love Will Keep Us Alive” may be a karaoke...

GUEST COLUMNIST Public service is often romanticized as a noble endeavor, a calling for the greater good. The reality of being a public servant, however, is far from simple or ceremonial. Government work entails navigating complex bureaucratic processes, balancing diverse stakeholder interests, and...

GUEST COLUMNIST As the sun slowly descends toward the horizon, a warm golden glow is cast upon the sand. A profound sense of tranquility envelops everything. The chatter of the crowd blends harmoniously with the whispers of the salty breeze, creating a soothing hymn that permeates the air. Wings...

GUEST COLUMNIST The discussion surrounding women’s empowerment is wide-ranging and deep with layers of many truths. It involves diverse issues and opportunities that impact the lives of women across the globe. From addressing systemic barriers to promoting women’s rights in various spheres of...

GUEST COLUMNIST By Goddes Hope Oliveros Libiran Goddes Hope Oliveros Libiran Every new year is a chance to start over, to set forth a new beginning. But for the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) family, this wasn’t the case as 2023 began with a bittersweet farewell to one of its pillars:...