EDITORS DESK In the not-so-distant past, dependence on basic necessities meant that “Walang tubig!” or “Walang kuryente!” were laments that represented the ultimate pall of gloom for every Filipino household. Be it for a few hours, even a whole day, or a week – being without water...
EDITORS DESK When the first wave of electrified vehicles arrived in the country about a decade ago, it seemed like reducing one’s carbon footprint was a luxury only the wealthy could afford. Nevertheless, pioneering brands like Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Mitsubishi and Hyundai persevered, and offered...
EDITORS DESK The call for climate action has never been more urgent. As the Manila Bulletin conducted its 3rd Sustainability Forum, held last Nov. 19 and 20, 2024 at the University of the Philippines in Quezon City, it was clear that sustainability is not just a buzzword—it is a mission that...
EDITORS DESK Last week, the Bureau of Customs (BOC) posted a notice of public auction for two high profile hypercars that were seized early this year. The cars in questions are two Bugatti Chiron hypercars that managed to evade customs and were plying Philippine roads for some time. Quite...
EDITORS DESK Kevin Quiambao, one of the biggest names in the collegiate ranks, was embroiled in controversy for his alleged involvement in many “ligang labas,” or pocket tournaments that are usually done in barangays or towns, mostly organized by local politicos who desire to blend basketball...
EDITORS DESK I was starstruck when Taylor Swift and Beyoncé endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris during the 2024 US presidential election. Wait, there's more! Other celebrities who lent star power to Harris include Jennifer Lopez, Rihanna, Lady Gaga, the cast of “The Avengers,” Oprah Winfrey,...
EDITORS DESK A couple of weeks ago, the LTO released a controversial administrative order regarding the transfer of ownership of motor vehicles. LTO Administrative Order (AO) No. VDM 2024-046 or the “Guidelines in the immediate transfer of ownership of motor vehicles with existing...
EDITORS DESK Five years ago, the Manila Bulletin unveiled a design refresh of its print edition for its 120th anniversary — a milestone transformation that took almost two years to complete. The masthead underwent a major makeover, stripping away most of its elements and featuring only the...
EDITORS DESK While there are rumors that get louder by the day among top-level individuals — that if proven true could alter the direction of Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) in the next few months — it is worth noting that the task to lead the government agency is no easy job....
EDITORS DESK Ahead of Chinese New Year, renowned feng shui master Marites Allen has already provided a sneak peek into what the year of the snake in 2025 has in store for us. Marites mentioned that the Chinese New Year will begin on Jan. 29, 2025, and she advises feng shui followers to start...
EDITORS DESK If there’s anything we can learn from all the viral traffic incidents that have taken hold of our collective consciousness this year, it’s not to run after figuring in a traffic incident. Perhaps the main reason why so many of these incidents have gone viral is because — most of...
EDITORS DESK The term “greenwashing” has become increasingly common in today’s climate discussions. So much so that recent reports suggest businesses are using it as a tool to mislead consumers, turning it into a form of marketing wordplay. A quick online search for greenwashing yields an...
