By Sonny Angara Recent surveys by Pulse Asia and the Social Weather Stations found that a majority of Filipinos were ready to face the new year with optimism and hope. Unfortunately, for many of our countrymen, the new year came with several challenges. Two in particular come to mind. First were the floods and landslides …
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Lessons from the sower and the seed
By Fr. Roy Cimagala The parable of the sower and the seed (cfr. Matthew 13:1-9) prods us to undertake the urgent and most necessary task of spreading the Word of God widely and abidingly. It also urges us to be that good soil that brings good and plentiful fruit of God’s Word. Nowadays, we cannot …
Where is Sonny Buenaventura and is Duterte showing up?
come to thinkBy Ade S. Fajardo Sonny Buenaventura can most likely corroborate the narration submitted by Retired PO3 Arturo B. Lascañas to the International Criminal Court (ICC). Lascañas said in his ICC affidavit that Buenaventura was one of the “evil lieutenants” in the Davao Death Squad (DDS), Rodrigo Duterte’s “personal killing machine” whose targets …
Student leadership in a nutshell
By Herman M. Lagon Being a leader is more than just having a title; it is an arduous — sometimes thankless and lonely — journey. The responsibilities of a student leader in a dynamic and complex school setting go far beyond planning events or chairing committees. It requires a unique blend of integrity, social awareness …
A new chapter of growth and innovation
By Ignacio R. Bunye In an impressive move that underscores its strategic vision and financial acumen, Ayala Corporation successfully raised P15 billion from the listing of Class B preferred shares in the Philippine Stock Exchange on October 15. This capital raise is more than just a financial maneuver; it’s a testament to Ayala’s commitment to …
Dynasties on trial
By Herman M. Lagon Once allies in the 2022 elections, the continuous conflict between the Marcos and Duterte dynasties has become an unsettling show that both fascinates and irritates the Filipino people. What the voters (at least 31 million of them) bought — a union of strong political forces supposedly for the good of the …
May mamumuno pa ba sa Pilipinas na may takot at pagmamahal sa Diyos?
By MELANIO LAZO MAURICIO, JR. INSPIRASYON SA BUHAY. “Ngunit pumili ka ng mga taong may kakayahan, may takot sa Diyos, mapagkakatiwalaan, at ‘di masusuhulan. Gawin mo silang tagapangasiwa sa libu-libo, daan-daan, lima-limampu, at sampu-sampu …” (Exodo 18:21, Ang Tanging Daan Bibliya). *** MAY MAMUMUNO PA BA SA PILIPINAS NA MAY TAKOT AT PAGMAMAHAL SA DIYOS? Maaari pa bang magkaroon …
Always nourish the faith
By Fr. Roy Cimagala We are familiar with the story of the doubting Thomas who later on turned to be a fervently believing Thomas. (cfr. John 20:24-29) It’s a story that can only remind us of our duty to always nourish our faith to such an extent that Christ’s words to Thomas can also be …
National Seafarers’ Day 2024: Prayers for safety of Filipino mariners
By Dennis Gorecho The job of a seafarer is not exactly a walk in the park (Oriental Ship Mgt. vs. Bastol, G.R. No. 186289 June 29, 2010). A seafarer is mentally, physically and emotionally stressed sailing non-stop for weeks or months aside from exposure to fluctuating extreme temperatures as the ships cross ocean boundaries. Thirty-six (36) Filipino seafarers …
AI, a teachers’ ally
By Herman M. Lagon Many believe that artificial intelligence (AI) is an impending force that will eventually replace human labor, upend entire industries and bring about a world run by robots. But if AI is accepted with open minds and careful thought, it has enormous potential to close learning gaps and solve issues in education, …