BEYOND THE BEND: Reclaim our Congress in 2025!
Congress, both the Senate and the House of Representatives, was envisioned to be the house of the people. Our house! It is supposed to be the tangible manifestation of the Philippines as a “democratic and republic state” as declared in the 1987 Constitution. Yet today, close to 80% of lawmakers belong to fat political dynasties. […].....»»
DepEd urged: Let SY 2024-2025 return to old school calendar
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Education (DepEd) should revert School Year 2024-2025 to the old school calendar, a House legislator said Saturday. Surigao del Norte Rep. Robert Ace Barbers said the return to a June-March school calendar “is a huge leap forward for our students, parents, and teachers” amid worsening climate change. He also.....»»
Philippine food exporters push to reclaim their space in global market
Intensified regional competition and similar products from neighbors are pushing Philippine exporters to bolster their position in the global market......»»
Marcos wants Cha-cha plebiscite in 2025 elections
This is the second time that Marcos has instructed the upper chamber of Congress — which is supposed to be independent of the executive and was lukewarm to Charter change until this year — about how lawmakers should revise the 1987 Constitution. .....»»
College Football Playoff considering expansion to 14 teams, adding automatic qualifiers for conferences
The College Football Playoff Management Committee recently convened to address the future of the CFP beyond 2025. The committee, which consists of FBS commissioners and.....»»
Fissured
The relationship between the two chambers of our Congress may have been irreparably damaged by the controversy over the people’s initiative to amend the Constitution......»»
Senior citizen healthcare
Whoever is representing the senior citizens party list in Congress has done nothing about our real needs......»»
5 common mole superstitions that will make your life prosperous
CEBU CITY, Philippines — We all have moles in the different parts of our bodies from the top of our heads to the soles of our feet, and most of the time we get more self-confidence with these moles for making us feel beautiful and unique. Some moles are small, there are also huge moles.....»»
‘Stop the human rights abuses:’ Marcos Jr visit to Australia met with protests
“Australia’s relationships with other countries must go beyond trade and defense, we must live our values and defend those whose lives are being destroyed by political violence." - Senator Janet Rice The post ‘Stop the human rights abuses:’ Marcos Jr visit to Australia met with protests appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
5 Movies and Series that will let you remember how much you ‘love being a woman’
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Let’s face it – as modern-day women juggling work and life, just summoning the energy to do anything beyond the daily grind feels like a small victory. We often forget to take a moment for ourselves, to embrace our femininity, and to love being a woman. For us hardworking gals, winding.....»»
Marrying a love for the Philippines with chocolate
This green-eyed, handsome man is a chocolatier. Christian Valdes magically conjures up chocolate creations, that casts a spell on our palates to want more. What’s interesting is that you can taste a bit of our history and our culture as well......»»
SMHCC’s Tela Tales: Linen waste to new beginnings
Tela Tales is not just about recycling old linens; it’s about crafting stories of hope and resilience, one bag at a time. Beyond the hotel industry, it’s a reminder that every one of us can play a part in making our planet a better place......»»
Alyssa Valdez sees ‘healthy competition’ against ex-teammate Ced Domingo
‘I think our bond is beyond the volleyball court,’ says Alyssa Valdez of former Creamline teammate Ced Domingo.....»»
The Mental Wellness Odyssey: Unveiling Travel’s Transformative Power
In our hectic world, travel transcends leisure, impacting mental health beyond its scenic and cultural appeal, as supported by scientific evidence. Escape Stress: Travel breaks routine, offering a refreshing respite from daily demands, reducing stress. Joyful Exploration: Experiences, not possessions, bring happiness. Travel’s thrill and diversity elevate joy. Mindful Journey: Travel promotes mindfulness, offering moments […].....»»
Airport reform
For a country that wants a flourishing tourism industry and to attract foreign investors, we have failed to welcome our guests at our airports in a manner that would leave a good first impression. On the contrary, we give an airport experience that will encourage our visitors to make a quick U-turn and board the next flight out. NAIA lives up to its reputation as one of the most stressful airports in Asia......»»
US affirms commitment to Indo-Pacific amidst recent diplomatic engagements
Washington, DC [US], May 31 (ANI): The United States has reaffirmed its unwavering focus on the Indo-Pacific region, citing recent diplomatic engagements as evidence of continued commitment. "We have not taken our eye off the ball when it comes to our efforts and our focus on the Indo-Pacific and the Asia region broadly," said Principal Deputy Spokesperson for the US Department of State, Vedant Patel, emphasising the admi.....»»
Brother’s Day: Those ‘nostalgic lines’ we say to them and vice versa
CEBU CITY, Philippines— “Ingon si kuya dili daw puwede.” This line usually gives a dot to every discussion we have with our friends or family when asking permission to our big brothers or even when they are our younger brothers, we still have that feeling that we need to listen to them or else… Brothers.....»»
‘Tambag’ from our Bisaya mothers about our love lives
CEBU CITY, Philippines— Love makes the world go round. Love makes people laugh and feel butterflies in their stomach. Love gives us headaches and heartaches. Love according to our mothers is a deep feeling and connection with someone. CHAR! Since Mother’s Day is just around the corner, (May 12, 2024) let’s touch base with the.....»»
Cloud seeding or rain dance?
The effects of El Niño phenomenon, or the long dry spell in our country continue to wreak havoc in our normal daily living. Our neighboring countries Thailand and Bangladesh are likewise not spared from this climate change phenomenon. In the particular situation of the Philippines, the prolonged dry period is precariously affecting both our food and energy security......»»
Taking the first steps towards an Asean Food Security Alliance
In the face of climate change and the realization of how fragile our global food supply chains are, I think it is high time we took the first steps to ensure food security not just for our country but also for our neighbors in the ASEAN......»»
'Congress and INDI alliance are busy insulting our faith': PM Modi
Damoh (Madhya Pradesh) [India], April 19 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that the Congress and INDIA bloc are busy insulting the Hindu faith and beliefs adding that these were the same people who called the worship of Lord Ram a "paakhand" (hyprocrisy). Addressing an election rally in Damoh, Prime Minister Modi said, "Congress and INDI alliance are busy insulting our faith. These people say that our San.....»»