Centuries of connection led to formalized diplomatic ties in the Philippine China friendship
How does a relationship that spans more than a thousand years evolve into a modern partnership between nations? What does 50 years of...
Neil Gregori Garen
Jun 8
The long road of the Philippine flag from struggle to sovereignty
Do you still remember the lessons from school about why we mark May 28 to June 12 as National Flag Days? Or have you ever looked closely...
Neil Gregori Garen
May 29
The overlooked threat of fatigue driving every motorist should know
Have you ever driven home feeling so heavy with your eyes struggling to stay open? Or pushed through a long trip believing that arriving...
Neil Gregori Garen
May 22
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
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
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
Why the duty of the Senate matters to every Filipino
Who really holds the power to shape national policies, investigate wrongdoing, and keep the government in check? And what kind of...
Neil Gregori Garen
May 3
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
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
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
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
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
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
Uniting against tyranny in the Philippines' darkest years
How did people from different races, bound by a shared bloodline and language, unite when the Philippines fell under the brutal grip of...
Neil Gregori Garen
Apr 9
When global trade talks turn into group chats with tension
What happens to the world economy when global trade norms are upended once again?And how should today’s young professionals and...
Neil Gregori Garen
Apr 7
