It is a lament expressed with increasing regularity these days. Recently, it appeared again on my social media network—the faces of senators of the past renowned for their brilliance juxtaposed with pictures of senators of the present who are regularly ridiculed. This sharp contrast goes beyond a mere change in personalities;
May 31, 2024
There is always that one person in every workplace who seems to possess everything—charming, confident, and constantly in the spotlight. However, a closer examination frequently reveals that this person’s apparent talent is a fluke. These imposters have the potential to erode trust and morale, creating a hostile work environment. In most
May 29, 2024
It is impossible not to reflect on the profound and underlying truths that its unexpected conclusion leaves behind as the curtain falls on “Young Sheldon,” a program that has gently nestled into the hearts of many people with its one-of-a-kind humor and significant lessons about life. As the program ends, it
May 28, 2024
During a recent NAST-DOST hosted Sustainable Development Goals convention at the Grand Xing Imperial Hotel in Iloilo, UP Visayas Chancellor Dr. Clement Camposano challenged attendees, primarily scientists, technologists, educators, researchers, and policymakers, with a probing question: “How are we complicit to the inequalities of the world?” An issue that resonates deeply
May 27, 2024
By Herman M. Lagon Philippine fisheries are in the red flag, struggling with overfishing, illegal practices, and environmental degradation. No less than Edmundo Enderez, in his Daily Inquirer article last week, painted a grim picture of our current situation. It seems vital to understand the challenges we face and the paths we can take to
May 25, 2024
The ethics of “the means justifying the ends” vs. “the ends justifying the means” is an age-old dispute that inspires deep thinking within the complex web of social conventions and individual ideals. This discourse shapes our country, which has strong roots in community ideals and collective accountability, affecting our integrity. The
May 24, 2024
The House of Representatives’ recent passage of the Absolute Divorce Bill (House Bill 9349) on second reading has reignited the national divorce discussion. This critical milestone, reached by voice voting in a plenary session, moves the nation closer to giving couples stuck in unworkable marriages a legal option. My two-part series
May 22, 2024
Despite its current ranking of 98th out of 193 countries with a score of 67.14, the Philippines is hoping for significant growth and improvement. This is evident when we compare it to top-ranking Scandinavian countries like Denmark, Sweden, and Finland, all of which have scores above 85, and the rest of
May 20, 2024
Disputes over political dynasties have raged since immemorial, sparking discussions about fairness, democracy, and leadership. The truth is more complex than that which is sometimes presented when all political families are criticized at once. There are many good public officials and many folds more corrupt ones in politics, so there is
May 18, 2024
In a world with so many seemingly sharp divisions and binary options, false dichotomies remind us to reconsider our assumptions and seek a more sophisticated understanding of life’s opportunities. Presenting more than two options as the sole ones is a logical fallacy called a false dichotomy. We risk missing out on
May 17, 2024
The local markets of Iloilo are bustling hubs where culinary gems hide in plain sight, dried fish being one of the most prized. My routine walks through Terminal Market, Central Market, and Barotac Nuevo Market reveal rows of dried fish laid out almost 24-7, a sight both humble and profoundly integral
May 15, 2024
“Baby Reindeer,” a dark dive into the troubled waters of trauma and attachment, has become a talking point across living rooms worldwide. The other Sunday, my daughter Parvane and I settled in for what we thought would be a casual viewing. We nearly forgot our food as we watched the drama unfold
May 13, 2024