This administration is so obsessed with achieving an upper middle income status for the Philippines, which President Marcos claims to be achieved this year.

The parody of UMIC and rising ‘self rated’ poor Pinoys

Politics isn’t just something that happens in government buildings or among politicians on TV. It’s everywhere—at home, in schools, and, of course, especially in the workplace, the office politics.You might be wondering, why is that?

OFFICE POLITICS 

Candidates in Philippine elections are not disposed to file cases in court against survey firms which gave them a raw deal. 

Election survey blues

Have you ever left work feeling drained, not because of the tasks you completed, but because of the people around you? You’re not alone. The modern workplace can sometimes feel like an arena—not just for productivity but for emotional endurance. But here’s the question: Does the job itself cause stress, or is it rooted in your workplace interactions?

WORK-RELATED STRESS: DUE TO WORK OR YOUR WORKMATES?

Every day, you’re hit with decisions - big ones, small ones, and all the in-between ones. Sometimes, you trust your gut.

But what if you could take that gut feeling and turn it into consistently smart moves? That’s where critical thinking steps in.

Critical Thinking: Common Sense Leveled Up 

The term “conflict of interest” keeps popping up when there is talk of government officials who amass wealth while they are in office. While there are laws prohibiting officials from making decisions on matters that affect them financially, this practice still dominates the landscape of public administration. 

Conflict of Interest

"If all the mayors and governors of Mindanao are like him, the security and peace and order problems in the South would be greatly lessened, if not totally eradicated."

Joeben:  Aklan's peace-loving son

As we step into an era dominated by artificial intelligence (AI), the landscape of work is transforming rapidly. Jobs that were once considered secure—including those of doctors, lawyers, and engineers—are now under threat. While some positions may vanish, new opportunities will arise, making lifelong learning more crucial than ever.

Empowering the Future: KLLASS in an AI-Driven World

Carmina Villaroel consoles bereaved Dina Bonnevie

In my view, one reason why most of our leaders seem to prioritize short-term welfare programs (such as the controversial AKAP, AICS and all the other dole-out projects ostensibly led by the Department of Social Welfare and Development) is the uncertainty of our political cycle.

What we need are ‘far-thinking’ leaders

Candid Conversations

I AM BACK

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Bare Truth

(Un)Common Sense

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