Ferdinand Martin Romualdez, the representative of the first district of Leyte who deftly maneuvered before the election the disqualification of his female opponent for the position, and the unfortunate withdrawal of another, is speaking as if he has already clinched the speakership of the 20th Congress.

Speaker shows new solons the ropes

On July 12, those who care to remember will celebrate the first decade of the much-ballyhooed ruling of the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague—the case filed by former president Benigno Noynoy Aquino against China over the ownership of certain islets, shoals and reefs in the South China Sea.

Nine fuzzy years of the Arbitral ruling

Before, when I heard someone was a cum laude, magna cum laude, or even summa cum laude, I felt amazed—almost awestruck. Those titles carried a certain weight, like medals forged through sleepless nights, blood, sweat, and relentless pursuit of excellence. But now, when I scroll through social media and see multiple Latin honorees in just one graduation post, it seems almost... normal. What changed?

The Changing Value of Latin Honors in Philippine Universities

Throughout my years as a recording executive, I’ve had the privilege of working with a wide variety of artists—some who seemed to have a magic touch for creating hits, others who became one-hit wonders, and a few who gained popularity despite not having any chart-topping songs. Each experience taught me something different about success, talent, and the nature of fame.

The Consciousness of Success: Lessons from a Music Industry Veteran 

Humble beginnings.

The proof of the pudding is in the eating.

Lolit Solis: From rags-to-riches or how Lagunenses witness her success journey

Many of the insights I share here on OpinYon come from a man named Christian D. Larson, an early 20th-century writer and speaker who believed in the transformative power of positive thinking. His words have greatly influenced me, especially his famous “The Optimist Creed,” a simple yet profound meditation that encourages living with hope, kindness, and resilience.

Hope, Kindness, and Resilience: Insights from The Optimist Creed

I remember watching way back in 2016 this episode of “Last Week Tonight with John Oliver” about how local journalism in the United States faced increasing challenges due to declining revenue and readership, not to mention the rise of fake news and social media.

Local media is still vital

I couldn’t help but shake my head at the latest directive of the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and its attached agencies to (once again) strictly enforce the “no siksikan” rule on public transport.

The root of ‘siksikan’ in public transport

About fifty years ago, government announced to the whole world that the San Juanico Bridge  is a symbol of love between two high profile persons of the country. Its shape was supposed to be a combination of S and L to signify the union of Samar and Leyte Islands. It was a sight to behold, announced as the longest bridge (2.16 kilometers) of the country and widely advertised as a tourist attraction and an engineering marvel.

 The San Juanico of our Dreams

The image of Tatay Digong now reduced to skin and bones, is a dagger to the hearts of millions who loved and respected him. VP Sara’s revelation is more than a medical update; it is a cry of anguish from a daughter watching her father wither away, betrayed by the very man he helped raise to power.

The Height of Betrayal --Tatay Digong’s Blood on BBM’s Hands

I AM BACK

Imagery

(Un)Common Sense

VIEW FROM CALUMPANG

MARCHANISM MANIFESTO

Red tape and red flags

Kamalayan

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