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261 stories · page 8 of 11
Can you truly trust a promise that was once broken? I am not the kind who holds a grudge, but scamming an entire nation's budget for the sake of their own luxury life seems like a gruesome stab in the back for me.
Kayleigh Shingler (Nessaa) · Jan 25, 2026
“Filipinos are resilient." We hear it every time disaster hits.
Kia Garcia · Jan 21, 2026
Miss Universe has long sold itself as more than a beauty pageant. It brands itself as a global platform where women amplify advocacies, speak on social issues, and represent empowerment beyond physical appearance. Yet…
Micaella Macuja · Jan 19, 2026
Scholarships exist for one simple reason: to give financially struggling students a chance to access education. They are meant to level the playing field, to allow those without means to pursue their dreams, break…
John Benedict N. Banday (Veritas) · Jan 17, 2026
Sa tuwing may mag-aaral na umaabot sa Senior High School ngunit hirap pa ring umintindi ng simpleng binabasa, malinaw na may malalim na kakulangan ang ating sistema ng edukasyon. Hindi ito usapin ng talino o sipag ng…
Shad De Jesus (S. Imp) · Jan 17, 2026
In many Filipino households, privacy is often misunderstood as a sign of rebellion, ingratitude, and emotional distance rather than a healthy personal need. As soon as someone asks for personal space, they close doors…
Gabriel Reduta · Jan 17, 2026
Para sa pamahalaan: ang kawalang suporta sa agham panlipunan sa akademya, ang hindi pagkilala dito bilang pundasyon ng serbisyo publiko, at bilang sistematiko at lehitimong lente para sa pagdedesisyon ay lantad na…
Psy Ace Rocela · Jan 13, 2026
According to our national hero, Dr. Jose Rizal, the youth is our country’s hope and future. True. The youth has proven time and time again that they are capable of leading. Leading a progressive, open-minded and…
King Razon · Jan 4, 2026
Personal struggles whether it’s in the form of financial, emotional, or otherwise—are part of life, but running away without communicating or seeking help, leaving others to scramble in confusion, and letting public…
Kia Garcia · Jan 2, 2026
Our generation has long been dealing with generational trauma, as we are more misunderstood—we understand the serious implications of these traumas passed down to us by previous generations. But we are hoping... always…
via Nawaf M. Abdullah Salam · Jan 1, 2026
Sensationalism has always existed in media, but in the digital age, it has evolved from a technique for pulling people into a normalized tactic aimed at getting more attention from people. What once functioned as a…
Ash Malig · Dec 30, 2025
Christmas is supposed to be about giving and forgiveness, but this year, it was about exposing and shaming. A confrontation disguised as a christmas celebration between Vinz Jimenez and Lean De Guzman, complete with a…
Ash Malig · Dec 29, 2025
There is a picture that spread through online. A worker whose monthly PhilHealth contribution had almost ballooned to nearly ₱4,500 only for the agency to cover a measly ₱5,000 out of a hospital bill nearing half of a…
Elijah Philip Lutawan (PriviLeaks) · Dec 24, 2025
As December falls, the long-awaited season of Misa de Aguinaldo excites many—especially for Filipino Catholics. Several people look forward to completing the 9-nights streak of it that serves as a spiritual preparation…
Matilde Grace Vibar · Dec 23, 2025
The Filipino electorate has been flirting with danger for decades — and danger keeps flirting back.
Gweneth Pablo (odile) · Dec 20, 2025
Proposals to remove the K–12 curriculum in the Philippines may sound like a “reset,” but erasing the program won’t fix the deeper problems in our education system and could make things worse for students, families, and…
Zaynah Bayron · Dec 16, 2025
In a country filled with governing corrupted families, the Anti-Political Dynasty Bill is bound to save the common people from them. However, the version of House Majority Leader Sandro Marcos and House Speaker Bojie Dy…
Almira Cereno · Dec 15, 2025
Think before you speak—a simple reminder to consider the impact of your words before saying them. After all, every word we utter shapes how we connect with others, builds or breaks relationships, and can either heal or…
John Benedict N. Banday (Veritas) · Dec 12, 2025
Everywhere you look, the Christmas message is the same: “Love, Joy, Hope” and “Family is Love.” ‘Tis the season of giving—the time for reunions with loved ones, for balikbayan homecomings, OFW relatives finally home…
Ken Jansen Vinuya (Ken't You See) · Dec 8, 2025
Welcome to the Republic of Circus, where the workers bleed and the clowns get paid. In this grand national sideshow, some elites skip work, dodge duty, and still enjoy full salaries, while ordinary people grind from…
John Benedict N. Banday · Dec 7, 2025
Favoritism Kills Not instantly, not dramatically—slowly, silently, and in secrets everyone already knows. And the ironic part? It kills inside the one place that claims to shape your future: school. Here’s the truth we…
Kyriel Yu · Dec 6, 2025
Political dynasties have become such a thing ever since. From generation to generation, it has been the same surnames we have seen. Like they want to continue their bloodline even if it did not make change or left an…
Matilde Grace Vibar (SICKretive) · Dec 6, 2025
The Philippines is known for many traditions that intrigues the attention of not just Filipinos but also the whole world. One of these traditions is the Filipino Christmas celebration. Known to be the country to…
King Razon · Dec 5, 2025
The proposed “Emman Atienza Bill,” named after the 19-year-old who suffered relentless online bullying before her tragic passing, forces the country to confront an uncomfortable truth about the digital landscape: speech…
Akia Zuriel DG Besin (RielTalk) · Dec 4, 2025
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