Where did the NBA fans go?
The GOAT debate is not going anywhere, but here's the truth: NBA viewership has dropped since Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant left, and even...
Truth on trial
IN the recent theater of Philippine politics, the Senate hearings have unfolded like a poorly scripted drama, showcasing a blend of theatrical admissions, political...
Candè: A sweet cultural treat
IF films were dishes, Candè would be a heartwarming bowl of La Paz Batchoy—comforting, rich, and unmistakably Ilonggo. Invited by my good friend and...
Water crisis, quo vadis!?
In Lapuz District, where the salty breeze from the port mixes with the comforting scent of early-morning pandesal, our family and neighbors have grown...
Dunning-Kruger’s cognitive bias
IN educational settings, the Dunning-Kruger effect manifests with particular intensity and consequence, impacting not only the relationship between teachers and students but also among...
The ‘tatsulok’ of inequality
Rom Dongeto's "Tatsulok" was performed by Buklod in the late 1980s, Bamboo in the 2000s, and Ben&Ben in the 2020s. This song's timeless appeal...
Baba Yaga’s Ballerina
“Ballerina,” the fifth chapter in the John Wick world, is not just another action movie. It is a sharp, stylish tale that dances between...
No more polished scores
Every Filipino teacher knows that the real weight they carry is not just the lesson plan or the chalk, but the silent frustration of...
Justice for small fishers!
MILLIONS of small-scale fishers depend on municipal waters. Therefore, the controversy over whether commercial fishing vessels should be allowed is more than a policy...
Wanted: Bold DepEd Secretary
THE long foreseen departure of Sara Duterte as Education Secretary has left a significant gap in the Department of Education (DepEd). To address the...
