Gone without a trace
YESTERDAY, Aug. 30, was the International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances or Desaparecidos Day.
In the vast ugly tapestry of human rights violations,...
Battling the deluge
THE PHILIPPINES, blessed with picturesque landscapes and a vibrant culture, is no stranger to the challenges posed by the annual heavy monsoon rains. This...
Keep the polls clean, credible
THE FILING of certificates of candidacy for the barangay elections has started.
As the bedrock of local governance and democracy, barangay elections hold a special...
Heroes
THE National Heroes Day serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and valor demonstrated by individuals who played pivotal roles in shaping our...
Rice price manipulation
IF OUR SUPPLY of rice is more than sufficient, why are its prices skyrocketing?
In a nation where rice is more than just a staple...
Getting there
ILOILO City is a unique blend of history, culture, cuisine, and modernization, contributing to its distinct identity. But it is not stopping there. The...
Illegal parking
THE SIGHT of illegally parked vehicles and resulting traffic issues often lead to public frustration and contribute to negative perceptions about an area’s infrastructure...
Harness the power of breastfeeding
AUGUST is National Breastfeeding Awareness Month. Breastfeeding, often referred to as the “gold standard” of infant nutrition, holds profound significance in the context of...
Youth gangs
ILOILO City has been grappling with a growing concern in recent years – youth gangs. While it is important to acknowledge that not all...
Poor reading comprehension skills
IN A RECENT education summit in Iloilo province, it emerged that schoolchildren’s reading comprehension proficiency is wanting. This concern is not unique to Iloilo,...