The Weight No One Sees
They say the eldest daughter is the backbone of the family. But no one tells you what happens when the spine begins to ache.
Maria Selma, Trisha Jane Estoconing · Dec 2, 2025
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The Crab Mentality Slowly Killing Filipinos
Crabs in a jar often do something tragic: when one attempts to climb out, the others pull it back down, trapping everyone inside. This image has long been used to describe “crab mentality” the instinct that says, If I…
Elijah Philip Lutawan (PriviLeaks) · Dec 1, 2025
Antiqueño nagdaos ng kilos protesta kontra korapsyon
Dumagsa ang mga estudyante, religious groups, at mga guro ang EBJ Freedom Park sa San Jose, Antique kaninang umaga Nobyembre 30 upang manawagan kontra korapsyon, kapabayaan, at pag sira ng kabukiran sa probinsya sa…
Roger Palomaria Jr. · Nov 30, 2025
Gusto ko Nang Umuwi
Alas-diyes na nang makauwi si Tita — dala ang mga pulseras niyang kumikislap, tsokolateng kay tamis, at ngiting abot-tenga sa bawat sulyap. Hindi ko siya malapitan. Ang layo niya — hindi lamang sa pagitan ng mga…
James Kenneth Camato · Nov 30, 2025
THE NEXT YULO: Carlos Sees Olympic Potential in Brother Eldrew
“Malaki talaga yung potential ni Drew makapag‑Olympics, manalo ng medals,” said Olympic champion Carlos Yulo, proudly speaking of his younger brother Karl Eldrew Yulo. The 17‑year-old gymnast recently turned heads by…
Harvey Padua · Nov 30, 2025
When the Servant Becomes Toxic
Church should be the place where burdens feel lighter and hearts feel safe. It is where people seek peace after a long week of battles—internal and external. But what happens when the very individuals meant to serve…
John Benedict N. Banday · Nov 30, 2025
May Tatalo pa ba sa Pasko ng Pinas?
Damang-dama na ang diwa ng pasko sa buong Pilipinas, mula sa kumukutikutitap na mga ilaw hanggang sa mga kantang nagbabalik ng saya sa pinakahihintay na kaganapan sa bansa. Subalit, ngayon ang himno ng mga maliligayang…
Insight PH · Nov 29, 2025
FIlipina5 falls short against Morocco, bows out Quarterfinal qualifying dream
In a heartbreaking fashion, the Filipina5 suffered a crucial loss against title contender Morocco, 3-2, ending its FIFA Women’s World Cup quarterfinals hope despite having a strong start in the opening round of the…
Alexander Raagas · Nov 29, 2025
No Marble Tomb Can Purify a Stain
A nation that buries its shadows in a hero’s garden shouldn’t be surprised when darkness rises again wearing a medal. The Libingan ng mga Bayani is meant to honor courage and sacrifice, yet lowering Juan Ponce Enrile…
John Benedict N. Banday (Veritas) · Nov 29, 2025
Katawang Nananatili
Ang katawan, parang lupa matapos ang unos, tila tahimik ngunit sa ilalim, may sugat pang naglalangib.
Czevie Sigue · Nov 29, 2025
Sino ang nasa Larawan?
Anurin man sa iyong isip ang isang alaala, bitbit naman ito ng isang papel na taglay ang mahika. Mula sa tanawin hanggang sa damdamin, sa isang sulyap lamang ay unti-unting babalik ang lahat sa iyong gunita. Ang…
Danica Rose Caña · Nov 29, 2025
What It Takes to Be a Good Apo
Every morning, she'd wake up early to cook breakfast. I'd sit lazily by the table, half-asleep, and she'd tease, “Your saliva is dripping!” Her laughter always filled the room. On weekends, she'd listen to her favorite…
John Benedict Banday · Nov 28, 2025
Giit ng LTO: E-vehicles dapat rehistrado at lisensyado ang nagmamaneho
Muling iginiit ng Land Transportation Office (LTO) nitong Huwebes, Nobyembre 27, na kailangang rehistrado ang mga electric vehicle at lisensyado ang mga nagmamaneho nito kapag ginagamit sa mga pampublikong kalsada…
Diana Rose N. Evangelista · Nov 28, 2025
ISPORTS l Kukuys sinupil ang Execration, namayagpag sa Predator League 2026
Sa isang matinding bakbakan na umabot ng limang laro, nagpakitang gilas ang Kukuys matapos na hugutin ang 3-2 sa grand finals laban sa powerhouse team Execration upang masungkit ang kampeonato sa Asia Pacific Predator…
Yahney Sabado · Nov 28, 2025
OPINION l No Surpises
No surprise should be the default in government. But when “no surprises” become the only guarantee, democracy continues to feel expected, empty, and evasive. Filipino politics has mastered repetition to the point of…
Kyriel Ashten A. Yu (What Yu Thinks) · Nov 28, 2025
LITERARY l Behind Every Laughter, A Leader’s Sacrifice
The laughter that ripples within the school grounds, the cheers that ring within the hallways, and the colored banners lighting up the stage are the moments of joy within a school event that are the result of hours of…
John Arnold Cruzado · Nov 28, 2025
Pasa, Pasa… Pasa
Kung may panahong nag-iwan ng malalim na bakas sa mga estudyante, walang tatalo ang pandemya. Hindi lang ito nangyari sa mundo—nangyari ito sa amin, sa akin, at sa bawat kabataang napilitang maging matatag kahit hindi…
Shad Louie De Jesus (S. Imp) · Nov 27, 2025
Totoo ba tayo o TODA? (Tightly Online-Defined Affection)
Sa panahon ngayon, may bagong anyo ng pressure na halos hindi natin nare-recognize dahil sobrang normal na: ‘yung pakiramdam na kailangan mong i-post, i-prove, i-update, at i-perform ang relasyon mo para lang masabing…
Czevie Sigue · Nov 26, 2025
Matapos Magamit, Dinaan sa Awit
Tinagurian ang Pilipinas bilang "the land of singers" dahil sa galing ng mga Pilipino sa pag-awit, kaya naman ibinuhos ng mga nakaluklok ang pambihirang talento nila sa 'pagkanta' sa kanilang kapwa politiko habang…
Almira Cereno (Miracle Sailor) · Nov 26, 2025
Arrest warrant out for former Miss Universe co-owner in Thai fraud case
A Thai court has issued an arrest warrant for former Miss Universe co-owner Anne Jakrajutatip after she failed to appear at a scheduled verdict hearing in her fraud case, according to reports from Thai media.
Diana Rose Evangelista · Nov 26, 2025
Silence Is Not the Cure
In too many Filipino homes, parents advise their children—especially those drawn to journalism—to keep quiet, to steer clear of writing or speaking up. The argument is often rooted in love: "It's safer not to rock the boat," they say. But when our Inang Bayan is bleeding from corruption, oppression, inequality, and rampant injustice, this kind of silence is not protection. It is surrender.
John Benedict N. Banday (Veritas) · Nov 26, 2025
LITERARY l Pilipino sa Gapos ng Ganid
Habang dumadagundong ang lumang makina ng jeep, biglang sumabay sa hangin ang tinig ng kantang ‘Ganid’ ng Paham. Bawat lirikong umaagos mula sa basag na speaker ay tila nagiging apoy na dumadampi sa aking balat…
Francis Owen Romano · Nov 26, 2025
AN INVASIVE SOLUTION: How can invasive plants be herbicidal?
Across fields and backyards lurks a beast in the shadows — a weed so invasive by nature that it conquers every patch of soil it touches. This so-called beast is Paragis. But there is one invasive plant that can tame this beast: Caladium, making it an invasive solution.
Mark Jerence S. Domingo · Nov 26, 2025
WEIGH. YOUR. WORDS.
“Uy, tumaba ka na ah.” “Uy, ang payat mo na ah.” Are these really acts of love, or insults disguised as love?
Kyriel Ashten A. Yu (What Yu Thinks) · Nov 26, 2025
Color Me Fooled
What happens to a nation when politics becomes nothing more than a choice of colors?
Gweneth Pablo (odile) · Nov 26, 2025
To cater more patients Zero Balance Billing Program fund ups to P62.6 B
The Senate Committee on Finance increased the initial P53.3 billion fund of the Zero Balance Billing (ZBB) Program to P62.6 billion to expand patient coverage. According to a Senate press release issued November 23, the…
Karl Aaron Galvez · Nov 24, 2025
Brilliance at a cost
What if I tell you that healthy grades aren’t really healthy at all?
Zaynah Jane Bayron · Nov 23, 2025
LPA, namataan sa loob ng PAR — PAGASA
Nakapasok na sa loob ng Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) ang panibagong low-pressure area (LPA) ngayong Linggo, alas-otso ng umaga, ayon sa Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services…
Arianne Jhayne O. Inocencio · Nov 23, 2025
Can Resignation Change The System?
In a democracy built on accountability, stepping down can be the most courageous act a leader can make.
Maria Selma · Nov 23, 2025
When the Slippers Doesn't Fit
Not because she lacked beauty, but because the world had already chosen its definition of it. The kind found in glossy magazines, flawless screens, and filters that erased pores and humanity alike. Beauty, they said…
Zaynah Jane Bayron · Nov 23, 2025