It seems that winning numerous sports accolades for the country is not enough to earn the respect of Filipinos. Decorated athlete Hidilyn Diaz found
Sports, Culture, and Religion
Is it time for a World Cup Down Under?
As announced before the start of the 2018 FIFA World Cup last Friday, the 2026 edition of the prestigious sporting event will be hosted
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
Christmas Isn’t Wonderful For Everyone
Andy Williams immortalized himself as a Christmas carol staple with his piece, “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year”. The song’s refrain proclaims
Why Filipino Christmas is Unlike Any Other
In the well-loved story by Dr. Seuss, a fictional character called “Grinch” is purportedly repulsed by the Christmas season due to its jubilant atmosphere,
A Pinoy To Be Proud Of
Each time an individual of Filipino descent achieves success on the global stage, expect a vociferous assertion of pride from the rest of the
Why Don Brash is Wrong about Te Reo Maori
It is said that one of the dearest casualties of colonization is the death of a nation’s own identity. This theory is truly evident
To Remember the Dead
Tradition is not the worship of the ashes but the preservation of fire. – Gustav Mahler The unfortunate result of the ever-changing tastes and
No Love for the Volcanoes?
In an historic upset the Philippine national rugby team, dubbed “the Volcanoes”, toppled regional powerhouse Thailand to bag the 2017 Asia Rugby Sevens championship
"Taqiyya" – the Art of Deception
A viral video of a man allegedly being thrown off a Delta Airlines flight went viral recently, the reason for his eviction purportedly being