SPEAKING OUT The events that unfolded inside the Senate last week read like a scene lifted from a political thriller: armed men, raised voices, a sudden burst of gunfire, and a sitting senator slipping out of the building under the cover of confusion. But this was no fiction. It happened in the...
SPEAKING OUT When Southeast Asian leaders gathered last week in Cebu under the banner “Navigating Our Future, Together,” it wasn’t just about handshakes and photo ops. It was about standing together as stewards of a region facing storms—geopolitical, economic, and digital—and trying to...
SPEAKING OUT It was a striking image yesterday: thousands of young men and women filing into exam halls across the country, clutching pens and prayer beads, ready to take the Philippine National Police (PNP) entrance and promotional exams. For them, this was more than a test—it was a chance to...
SPEAKING OUT The energy crisis is no longer an abstract policy debate—it is the rising cost in our bills, the strain on our transport, and the uncertainty in our future. For Juan and Maria, conserving energy is not just about saving pesos; it is about safeguarding the nation’s resilience. We...
SPEAKING OUT Global analysts now project that by 2050, the Philippines may stand among the world’s 20 largest economies. It is an encouraging forecast — but also a challenge. Because if we are to be brutally honest, the biggest threats to this future are not global headwinds. They are...
SPEAKING OUT The Ayala-led Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) continues to set new benchmarks for success, recently presenting its stockholders with an impressive account of its strong performance throughout 2024 and a promising start to 2025. In the first quarter of 2025, BPI reported an...
SPEAKING OUT During the annual Araw ng Kagitingan, we paused to honor the remarkable heroism of Filipino and American soldiers who bravely fought and sacrificed during the Battle of Bataan. We also paid tribute to the survivors who endured the harrowing Death March and the hardships of...
SPEAKING OUT Holy Week holds immense significance in our predominantly Catholic country, where the week serves as a time for reflection, repentance, and renewal. Traditionally, Filipinos observe Holy Week with devout religious practices steeped in centuries-old customs. Palm Sunday...
FINDING ANSWERS As the election campaign intensifies with candidates vying for local posts now joining national bets in battling for the hearts and minds of voters, many Filipinos find themselves questioning whether the triennial elections really usher in significant progress – or merely...
SPEAKING OUT The local election campaign has begun, blending old traditions with new approaches. While proclamation rallies, motorcades, and integrity walks still draw crowds, the campaign noise is slowly shifting. Pulong-pulongs and bullhorns echoing through neighborhoods are being taken...
SPEAKING OUT Watching Alex Eala in her thrilling run at the Miami Open, I couldn't help but notice the BPI and Globe logos adorning her sleeves. These symbols of support reflect a larger story—Ayala Corporation's early recognition of Alex’s exceptional talent and its decision to appoint her as...
SPEAKING OUT The legality and circumstances of the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte will continue to be challenged both inside the court and in the streets. Regardless of how the Supreme Court decides, the ultimate question that begs to be answered is: Should the former President be held...
