One aspect of New Year's Eve celebrations that has been horrifyingly "unique" in the Philippines is the prevalence of so-called "firecracker-related injuries" at the turn of the year.

Can we finally have a 'casualty-free' New Year?

Over the past weeks consumers have been enraged over the consecutive brownouts in several municipalities in Region 8.

Economic Toll of Recurring Brownouts

Ayuda is not the solution

In an era defined by technological advancement and promises of improved infrastructure, our communities are plagued by an alarming paradox: unjustifiably high electric charges coupled with the persistent specter of brownouts. This situation not only strains household budgets but also undermines the very foundation of economic stability.

Unjust

Some bit of news that was buried among the current controversies hounding our political landscape: the national government has reportedly shelved prospects for dredging Laguna de Bay.

Death knell for Laguna de Bay?

The move to significantly increase the zonal value of real property in Leyte raises pressing concerns about its potential impact on the local economy and residents.

Drastic and excessive 

In recent years, the alarming trend of minors being involved as both victims and suspects in gang rape cases has come to light. 

A Stolen Childhood

Christmas has become, for many Filipinos, one of those few chances for us to unwind, relax, forget the harsh routine of everyday life, and spend a few precious moments with friends and family.


The forgotten lesson of Christmas

It’s that time of the year again – the time when we will once again celebrate the arrival of yet another year.


New Year, new hopes

Improper disposal of medical supplies presents significant and often overlooked risks to public health and the environment. 

Editorial

Latest News