Why do we need to talk to God?
IF GOD is omniscient, doesn’t he know everything we need? And if he is both omnipotent and good, won’t he provide it whether we...
Where have all the brilliant senators gone?
THE PHILIPPINE Senate used to be the nation's intellectual heart, full of brilliant statespersons and brave lawmakers who shaped the laws with knowledge and...
Political patronage and voter behavior
POLITICAL patronage has long been a thorn in the side of Philippine democracy, undermining the principles of free and fair elections. One of the...
‘No pain, no gain’
INDEED, this old saying has consistently proven true — whether in sports, business, or life itself. Simply put, for any undertaking to succeed, you...
Celebrating a record year and steady growth into 2025
THE AYALA-led Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) continues to set new benchmarks for success, recently presenting its stockholders with an impressive account of...
Strengthening preparedness for a potential bird flu epidemic
I AM BRINGING to your attention the increasing vulnerability of humans to bird flu (avian influenza) and to recommend proactive measures to prepare for...
From swaddling clothes to kingly raiment
THANKS to God, our devotion to the Sto. Niño remains strong, deep and growing. Yes, there may still be things that need to be...
Budget betrayal
WE VIEW the national budget as more than a technical document. It shows the government's priorities and dedication to the people. The 2025 budget...
Women’s Chess World Championship 2025, 3
JU HAS HAD to endure five World Championship Events since May 2018. She grittily took it all in and didn’t quit Women’s Chess, as...