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
Author: Louie Encabo
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
Epistemic Responsibility: Why Pro-Marcos Historical Revisionism is Inherently Wrong
“Only in the Philippines could a leader like Ferdinand Marcos, who pillaged his country for over 20 years, still be considered for a national
Rappler’s Closure and the Government’s Hypocrisy Regarding “Foreign Ownership”
The online news website Rappler.com was ordered closed by the Philippine Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for allegedly being owned by foreign entities. Despite