FROM THE MARGINS Coming from yesterday’s Easter celebrations, I find myself thinking of today’s youth. Easter signifies hope, renewal and new life – what we associate with youth, knowing how they are driving social change. I was so inspired after attending the launch of the 2023 Ramon V....
REFLECTIONS TODAY There are several women who actually meet the risen Christ. They are even able to embrace his feet and do him homage. There is nothing secret in Jesus’ message to them. He says to the women who are fearful yet overjoyed: “Do not be afraid” (v 10). The time of Jesus’...
Debt servicing of the national government declined in the first month of the year due to lower amortization payments, data from the Bureau of the Treasury showed. The Marcos administration’s debt payments reached P47.83 billion in January 2023, down 78 percent from P215.84...
The Department of Energy (DOE) is urging system operator National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) to shorten its approval timeline for the system impact study (SIS) on power projects being developed in various parts of the country. According to Energy Undersecretary Sharon S. Garin, the...
The House minority bloc won't oppose the planned merger of the Land Bank of the Philippines (LBP) and the Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) for as long as Filipino farmers and fishermen won't get left out in the cold. 4Ps Party-list Rep. Marcelino Libanan (Facebook) This was the simple...
The United States joined the Philippines in celebrating the 81st Day of Valor. Through its embassy in Manila, the US paid tribute to Filipinos and Americans for their heroism in World War II. "This #Kagitingan2023, we join the Philippines in paying tribute to Filipinos and Americans who bravely...
“The Glory” stars and real-life lovers Lim Ji-yeon and Lee Do-hyun, and “Taxi Driver” star Lee Je-hoon grabbed the first three places in the brand reputation ranking for drama actors for April 2023. The Korea Corporate Reputation Research Institute analyzed 50.58 million big data covering...
REFLECTIONS TODAY John 20:1-9 Today’s Gospel shows the significant role the women play in the proclamation of Jesus’ resurrection. All four evangelists agree on one vital detail about Easter morning: while it is still dark, women rush to Jesus’ tomb. Indeed, the presence of the women at the...
PEACE-MAKER The coronation of King Charles III on May 6 is a historic moment in British history. It marks the beginning of a new era for the United Kingdom and the first coronation to take place in the 21st century. The 74-year-old King ascended the British throne following the death of his mother,...
HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRIPE-VINE:OUR NEW ABNORMAL When the Manila Bulletin staged its second annual UPLIFT Awards last week, there was a strong sense of vindication for what we had inaugurated just a scant year ago. UPLIFT is an acronym for Unite Perform Lead Inspire Focus and Trend, and back in the...
Quezon City won several local and international awards in March for its innovative programs, the local government announced on Saturday, April 8. "It was a week of recognition for the Quezon City government as it received various international and local awards for its efficient service to its...
IT'S THE SMALL THINGS For many, Holy week is a time of reflection and introspection. A time to think about what we can change about ourselves, our lives, our perspectives, thoughts and feelings. More than just a vacation because of the many days we have off, regardless of our religion, we can take...
