

Proverbs with a purpose: Filipino sayings that shape our values
In the Philippines, wisdom isn’t just found in books — it echoes in everyday conversations, passed down from elders, teachers, and even...

Nerelyn Fabro
May 17, 2025


Guiding 1.4 billion believers: Five complex challenges for Pope Leo XIV’s leadership
How does one lead a 2,000-year-old institution in a rapidly changing, often skeptical world? What happens when spiritual authority meets...

Neil Gregori Garen
May 15, 2025


Your daily route might be on streets named after Filipino leaders
Every three years, whether during midterm or presidential elections, Filipinos return to their designated voting precincts to exercise...

Marjorie Lumapas
May 7, 2025


Old beliefs, new times: Filipino superstitions that still puzzle our lives
In the Filipino community, some traditions continue to influence daily life—no matter how unusual they may seem. Being told not to take a...

Colin Cris Celestial
Apr 26, 2025


Pope Francis’ role in shaping world affairs
Can a leader without a conventional political title still shape global diplomacy? Can the Vatican, a place of faith, influence world...

Neil Gregori Garen
Apr 25, 2025


Why Nora Aunor’s story continues to shape dreamers today
Before the rise of social media stardom, there was a young girl from Iriga City who dreamed of singing. That girl was Nora Aunor. She...

Sofia Paco
Apr 17, 2025


The special journey
A reflective piece of a difficult journey to remember. The heat of the sun's rays touched my skin while I was struggling to breathe. The...

Colin Cris Celestial
Apr 17, 2025


Five reasons why you should consider watching When Life Gives You Tangerines
Life doesn’t always go as planned. There are moments when everything feels like it’s falling apart—when challenges pile up and misfortune...

Ronjo Cayetano
Apr 12, 2025


Faith, fun and flavor meet in the Filipino Holy Week escape
What does a nation do when its streets fall silent, and the usual hustle gives way to reflection? How does a predominantly Catholic...

Neil Gregori Garen
Apr 11, 2025


OPM Hits you need to hear: 5 Filipino artists who speak to the soul
There’s just something magical about OPM that hits differently. Whether you're stuck in traffic, staring out the window on a rainy day,...

Nerelyn Fabro
Apr 5, 2025


Stay cool on the road with these 5 ways to avoid road rage
Have you ever found yourself gripping the steering wheel a little too tightly because of an annoying driver? Or maybe you've yelled at...

Neil Gregori Garen
Apr 2, 2025


Filipinos good-to-go tips to turn your break into a breakthrough
The value of growth can be grasped and experienced while you're on vacation, exploring new hobbies, experiencing rewarding moments, or...

Colin Cris Celestial
Mar 25, 2025


Eid’l Fitr as a celebration of culture, history, and Muslim contributions in the Philippines
What makes Eid’l Fitr a special celebration in the Philippines? How does it highlight the diversity and history of Filipino culture?...

Neil Gregori Garen
Mar 24, 2025


Five oldies but goodies classic Filipino films
Classic Filipino films are a rich testament to the country's cultural history, reflecting its social, political, and emotional landscapes...

Ronjo Cayetano
Mar 20, 2025


Why The Unbreakable Boy is a family movie worth watching (no spoiler)
Have you ever watched a movie that made you see life in a whole new way? Or are you looking for a heartfelt story that will leave you...

Neil Gregori Garen
Mar 19, 2025
