COMMENTARY: When cultural misappropriation becomes a hypocritical attempt to present cultural inclusivity
ZAMBOANGA CITY (MindaNews / 14 January) — While the Philippines is proud to be a country that speaks of cultural inclusivity and pluralism, it presents an irony of repeatedly exhibiting instances of cultural insensitivity. This can be seen and demonstrated when people remark that they know of some alleged (quote unquote) Pure Muslims who may […].....»»
Catriona Gray reacts to Miss Universe s fake inclusivity issue
Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray hoped that the Miss Universe Organization (MUO) would prove that the pageant's inclusivity shouldn't be seen as "token thing" after owner Anne Jakrajutatip had a leaked viral video about the pageant's alleged "fake inclusivity." .....»»
Bangsamoro official demands apology for ‘misappropriation’ of Bangsamoro culture in Sinulog
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 13 January) – The head of the Bangsamoro Commission for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage (BCPCH) issued a statement Saturday demanding a public apology from the contingent that presented Bangsamoro traditional dances depicted as Muslim in the Sinulog Festival of Cebu City, an event dedicated to the Santo Nino. BCPCH Commissioner […].....»»
Groups urge to include placemaking in planning for public spaces
The push for placemaking in planning for public spaces was emphasized by various groups during a recent forum in Davao City. ATTY. Mark Peñalver, executive director of Interfacing Development Interventions for Sustainability (Idis), stressed the importance of incorporating placemaking in public space planning to not only enhance the physical environment but also to promote inclusivity. He highlighted the exclusion of certain sectors in existing public spaces and emphasized the need for stakeholders' input and acknowledgment of their stories in the planning process. Dr. Derlie Mateo-Babiano, an associate professor in Urban Planning Assistant, described placemaking as a means to transform places into spaces that people will cherish. She emphasized the significance of engaging the community in the planning process to understand their cultural, environmental, and other needs. Peñalver also cited a successful placemaking project in Davao Executive Homes, which catered to children, the elderly, and individuals with special needs, demonstrating the positive impact of placemaking. Furthermore, Peñalver advocated for the institutionalization of placemaking in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and other development plans in Davao City. He highlighted the potential of placemaking to ensure that government projects are beneficial to the community. Architect Harold Delima, co-convenor of Placemaking Davao, discussed ongoing workshops with various demographics to integrate placemaking into the city's development. The groups involved are hopeful that placemaking will become a fundamental aspect of public space planning in Davao City, aiming to create inclusive and community-centered environments......»»
Michael Angelo Yambok: Empowering communities through cultural work
ALABEL, Sarangani (MindaNews / 18 February) — For Michael Angelo “Yumi” Yambok, being a cultural worker for the Tboli people is a family tradition. His grandparents and parents, aunts and uncles, were cultural workers — they helped uplift the lives of the Tboli communities and left such a profound impact on their lives. In the […].....»»
Lodging house robbery attempt foiled after culprit nabbed by roving cops in Barangay Kamagayan
Lodging house robbery attempt foiled after culprit nabbed by roving cops in Barangay Kamagayan.....»»
Bunye: Reject any attempt to dismember our nation
Bunye: Reject any attempt to dismember our nation.....»»
Araneta hopes to win title eliminator in 3rd attempt
Araneta hopes to win title eliminator in 3rd attempt.....»»
From cast to teens, ‘Barbie’ film’s view on patriarchy resonated
Actor Simu Liu, who played one of the Kens in the Oscar-nominated Barbie movie, experienced a revelation when he first read the script and its commentary about the harm inflicted by patriarchy.....»»
Haunted past and present
Activists as they are, Ilagan and Lamangan, could not allow the play to leave its audience depressed and hopeless. Their faith in the power of the mass movement seemed endless, ending the play with a positive note, uplifting its cast and audience alike. The post Haunted past and present appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Ruffa Guttierrez kay Herbert Bautista: ‘Always present and consistent’
“ALWAYS present and consistent.” Ganyan inilarawan ng beauty queen-actress na si Ruffa Gutierrez ang kanyang rumored boyfriend na politician-actor na si Herbert Bautista sa isang social media post. Kamakailan lang, ibinandera ni Ruffa ang ilang masasayang moments nang ipinagdiriwang ng kanyang pamilya ang ika-82nd birthday ng ama na si Eddie Gutierrez. Baka Bet Mo: Ruffa.....»»
Being Present on your Team’s Small Wins
Success is often measured in grand milestones and major victories in entrepreneurship. However, amidst the towering achievements, the magic lies in the small wins and the crew behind them – those seemingly simple moments that shape the heart and soul of your business and who were responsible for it. For small business owners, being present […].....»»
Davao City’s past, present personalities, celebrities
DAVAO City is not just popular for its cultural diversity and bustling economic industries, but also for its people who made a huge contribution that shaped the contemporary landscape of the Philippine culture, media, and even politics......»»
Raging Grace review gothic-infused thriller about a Filipina immigrant - Thrillers
Familiar horror tropes meet biting social commentary in British Filipino Paris Zarcillas intriguing debut feature Joy (Max Eigenmann), an undocumented Filipina immigrant, is striving to secure a better life for her daughter Grace (an impish Jaeden Paige Boadilla) through a series of demoralising cleaning gigs for wealthy Londoners. When she stumbles into a job as a carer for a comatose cancer patient, it initially seems t.....»»
COMMENTARY | Strategies for powering progress: The Visayas energy imperative
As one of the country's major urban centers, Cebu City's demand for energy has surged, driven by a growing population, an expanding industrial sector, and a thriving tourism industry. Beneath its busy streets and growing economy lies the critical challenge of the urgent need for increased power generation capacity. .....»»
COMMENTARY | Strategies for powering progress: The Visayas energy imperative
As one of the country's major urban centers, Cebu City's demand for energy has surged, driven by a growing population, an expanding industrial sector, and a thriving tourism industry. Beneath its busy streets and growing economy lies the critical challenge of the urgent need for increased power generation capacity. .....»»
COMMENTARY: Winning or losing… the flower of our youth
NAGA CITY (MindaNews / 01 March) – It is with particular sadness to note that a young lady lawyer, a compañera, Atty. Hannah Jay Cesista, who just passed the “best bar ever” in 2022, was among those killed in hostilities between the New People’s Army (NPA)-Bohol that she was part of and combined police-military units […].....»»
Cemetery or farms?
Before the main topic, just a commentary on our political state of affairs......»»
Failure of Manila s anti-China bloc in S. China Sea is determined
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s file photo. /XinhuaEditor's note: CGTN's First Voice provides instant commentary on breaking stories. The column clarifies emerging issues and better defines the news agenda, offering a Chinese perspective on the latest global events. The Philippines and Vietnam on Tuesday signed two memorandums of understanding (MOUs) on ma.....»»
When ruby is golden
Every reunion is a magical experience. The moment becomes golden — even if it is a ruby jubilee......»»
Japan becomes the fifth country to land a spacecraft on the moon
TOKYO — Japan became the fifth country in history to reach the moon when one of its spacecrafts without astronauts successfully made a soft landing on the lunar surface early Saturday. However, space officials said they needed more time to analyze whether the Smart Lander for Investigating Moon, or SLIM, achieved its mission priority of.....»»