You can be forgiven for thinking that the city of Silay in Negros Occidental is merely the place you land in to get to
Author: Louie Encabo
Sugar & Romance: The Pioneer Families of Negros Occidental
In the belly of the Philippines lies a province rich in history, as well as in sugar. Dubbed, “the sugarbowl” of the country, Negros
A Direct Link Home: My Experience with PAL’s Auckland-Manila Flight
A country’s flagship carrier is one of its most important tourism ambassadors overseas. The reputation of a nation’s airline will strongly influence our perspective
Meet the Man They Call “Slimy Simon”
Imagine a politician who deliberately tries to block an official information act request in order to suppress information from the public, imposes hefty penalties
Gladiators Ready
In the Roman Republic, condemned criminals and slaves would be forced to fight one another in vicious duels that resulted in bloodshed or even
Shining a Light on the “Appointed Son of God”
Aside from Islamist terrorist groups or communist revolutionary armies, the Philippine government faces challenges from powerful religious cults which control millions of fanatical adherents.
Replacing Bill
After months of speculation, the fate of National Party leader Bill English was finally confirmed today as he announced in a press conference –
Zero Tolerance of Female Genital Mutilation
The 6th of February marked the International Day for Zero Tolerance of Female Genital Mutilation. Unbeknownst to many, the practice – although barbaric and
Waitangi Day: A Reflection of Our Partnership
Despite never formally declaring its independence, New Zealand observes a national day every year. On the 6th of February, the nation commemorates the signing
The Importance of Student Activism
When Dr. Jose Rizal declared that “the youth are the future of the Fatherland”, he envisioned that the future generations of Filipinos would be