“Sana all” is a little wish wrapped in three syllables. It is a fleeting moment of hope, admiration, or even a tinge of envy—but always grounded in shared humanity. Whether said in jest or sincerity, this mix of Tagalog and English captures the Pinoy spirit of aspiration. It is a connection
March 8, 2025
Research ethics are typically seen as strict rules that researchers must follow to avoid academic scrutiny. However, they are much more than that. Credible, meaningful, and socially responsible research starts with ethics. Scientific inquiry—uncovering truth and advancing humanity—is undermined without it. At the most recent Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science
March 7, 2025
It takes a certain audacity to openly belittle an ally fighting for its survival while cozying up to an adversary bent on global destabilization. U.S. President Donald Trump has never shied away from bullying, and his recent treatment of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was more than just lousy diplomacy—it was a
March 5, 2025
Whether Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial should proceed immediately or wait until Congress resumes is more than a legal debate—it tests the country’s commitment to accountability. It also stirs memories of the EDSA People Power Revolution, a moment when Filipinos proved that justice delayed is justice denied. The Constitution is clear: impeachment
March 4, 2025
Election coverage is an endurance sport. Journalists who take on the responsibility of reporting on campaigns, candidates, and the very process of democracy itself must walk a tightrope between truth and influence, ethics and pressure, independence and convenience. The stakes are high, and so are the temptations. Some reporters follow the
March 3, 2025
The Party-List System was meant to give the marginalized a voice in Congress. Still, it has become a shortcut for dynasties, business tycoons, and political insiders to tighten their grip on power. Instead of uplifting the underrepresented and the misrepresented, it now serves as an extension of influence for those who
March 1, 2025
In our country, where education drives social progress, public schools should have strong leaders guiding the next generation. Unfortunately, recent data from the Second Congressional Commission on Education (Edcom 2) shows otherwise. More than half of public schools lack principals, a central administrative issue that hinders education. Let us put it
February 28, 2025
In Rome, Pope Francis—loved for his gentle heart and bubbly smile—is fighting a serious health battle as of this writing. Prayers flood in, and the world reflects not only on his frailty but also on the legacy he leaves behind—one that transformed the Catholic Church’s position in an evolving environment. His
February 27, 2025
By Herman M. Lagon It was a typical morning, scrolling through updates, easing into the day, when a post stopped me cold. The announcement seemed official, bearing the name of a page titled “Jesuits (Society of Jesus),” and it broke the kind of news that strikes deep for someone who holds faith close: “With profound sorrow, we
February 26, 2025
February commemorates the Evelio Javier assassination [February 11] and the People Power Revolution [February 26-25], which changed Filipino history. Many rebelled against Marcos after Javier’s 1983 assassination. The People Power Revolution ended Ferdinand Marcos Sr’s rule in February 1986 by showing unity power. The years of Martial Law and these events
February 25, 2025
We face a critical choice in a country where jeepneys roll through streets of joys and struggles. The midterm elections are not just about choosing leaders—they are about remembering those silenced by Duterte’s deadly drug war. These were not just numbers; they were children, parents, and friends taken by a system
February 24, 2025
By Herman M. Lagon History is not neutral, nor is it an abstract record of the past. It shapes the present, informs the future, and, when manipulated, distorts a nation’s identity. The Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP) understands this deeply, which is why its firm stand on commemorating the 1986 EDSA People Power
February 22, 2025