Celebrating a timeless legacy
WHEN WE talk about the Negros Occidental Language and Information Technology Center (NOLITC), two names instantly come to mind: the Marañon brothers of Sagay...
Justice and closure heal child-abuse victims, 2
ALTHOUGH Republic Act (RA) 9285, or the “Alternative Dispute Resolution Act of 2004,” allows out-of-court settlements, it does not cover child rape cases, and...
History lost in bills
FILIPINO banknotes have always been more than just currency—they tell our story. For decades, they have carried the faces of heroes who shaped our...
Improving the community service system
OVERCROWDING in our jails and prisons is an undeniable crisis. The sheer number of inmates packed into confined spaces has reached levels that violate...
Child labor is also a governance issue: Where are the mayors, brgy captains?
THE DEPARTMENT of Labor and Employment (DOLE) in Western Visayas has profiled 905 minors involved in or at risk of child labor between 2024...
Bishop Pabillo: Do not forget Edsa
“LET US make the effort to remind the people not to forget Edsa. Let its light remain uncovered. Its work remains unfinished.”
Thus declared politically outspoken...
The strong faith of St. Joseph
ON THE Solemnity of St. Joseph, celebrated on March 19, the readings of the Mass highlight the importance and indispensability of faith, which is...
Justice and closure heal child-abuse victims, 1
THE LOVE, care, protection and well-being of children is a top priority for any loving parent anywhere. Most parents will do all they can...
Innovations for special education
EDUCATION is a fundamental right, yet thousands of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in the Philippines still face significant barriers to accessing quality education.
According...