“There is no priority higher than the prevention of terrorism.” –John Ashcroft Following the recent bombing at a cathedral in Jolo that killed 27, it’s normal for the Philippine National Police (PNP) to be jittery and panicky. However, with the Feast of Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria de Jaro beginning today in Iloilo City’s …
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Don Salvador Benedicto’s nature in its truest sense
Don Salvador Benedicto, dubbed the “Summer Capital of Negros Occidental,” is still the last frontier in terms of nature. The lush vegetation and thick forest cover must be protected in order for the next generation to enjoy its beauty. The cool weather is comparable to Baguio City and, despite high elevations, motorists can easily reach …
Candidate debates
“A good leader can engage in a debate frankly and thoroughly, knowing that at the end he and the other side must be closer, and thus emerge stronger. You don’t have that idea when you are arrogant, superficial, and uninformed.” –Nelson Mandela The upcoming debates between candidates in the upcoming midterm elections intend …
Vigilance in the face of terror
It is heartbreaking to see the lives of innocent people wasted because of senseless killings in the Philippines. The recent twin bombing of a Catholic church in Jolo, Sulu is a human tragedy that does not only aim to kill but also crush a person’s faith and belief in practicing their religion of choice. An …
Your best gift to your children
The Family Constitution According to Prof Ward, the two most effective practices implemented to protect and preserve the family business are: * To create an independent board to strengthen the business * To draft a family agreement to strengthen the family. In some countries, a Family Constitution is referred to as a Family Agreement. For …
Duterte ‘ignores’ Dinagyang invitation
“The safety of the people shall be the highest law.” –Marcus Tullius Cicero Ilonggos should not consider it a big deal that President Rodrigo Duterte ignored Iloilo City Hall’s invitation to attend this year’s Dinagyang Festival, which closed over the weekend. The president can’t attend every festival, social meeting, political event, business gathering, or religious …
A huge deposit of gold still buried in the Philippines?
“…Therefore if you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any common sharing in the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind…” –Philippians 2:1-2 Are you a …
‘Burning a house to kill a rat’
Before becoming a college professor, I taught Grades 1 through 4. In much of my experience, I have dealt with students between the ages of six and 12 and, for me, educating young people towards becoming the leaders of tomorrow is fulfilling. However, the proposed amendment to RA 9344, or the Juvenile Justice and Welfare …
A whirlwind of pride for Ilonggos
“You don’t stumble upon your heritage. It’s there, just waiting to be explored and shared.” –Robbie Robertson There is always an element of pride and exhilaration etched on the faces of Ilonggos anywhere in the world when discussing the Iloilo Dinagyang Festival. They are always filled with excitement and enthusiasm when the topic of …
Cutting off cellphone signals is a stupid decision
“If I don’t have wisdom, I can teach you only ignorance” –Leo Buscaglia Paranoia compelled the local Philippine National Police (PNP) to convince telecommunication companies to suspend mobile signals to Iloilo City during this weekend’s Iloilo Dinagyang Festival highlights. While the rest of the world texts and chats of their phones, Ilonggos will be …