According to a new report from the Philippine Observatory on Democracy (POD), a consortium composed of different Ateneo schools and partner institutions, voter turnout in the Philippines is high but civic engagement tends to drop after voting. A total of
That toughness comes from the supernatural grace of God. It is not just a human love, based only on natural forces, principles and motives which, given our wounded condition, are always hounded by our infranatural tendencies toward envy, anger, hatred,
The new index of the Transnational Alliance to Combat Illicit Trade (TRACIT) that was recently presented to the Department of Finance showed the Philippines ranking 69th out of 158 countries in terms of addressing illicit trade. In the study, the
Why? Because, first of all, Christ said so. In no unclear terms, he said: “You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who
The more I live through different editions of it, elections in this country have become more and more depressing. Instead of giving me hope for positive change, it seems that the election season has been showing us just how entrenched
Global temperatures remain stuck at near record highs in April, despite expectations that it would subside as warmer El Niño conditions faded, according to the Copernicus Climate Change Service. The unprecedented heat streak raises questions on how quickly the world
We have to be more aware of this crying need. More than that, we have to come up with plans and strategies that would effectively address this need whose neglect has spawned a lot of scandals even among supposedly “good”
As Election Day dawns, the air buzzes with anticipation and responsibility. Today is not merely a date on the calendar but a pivotal moment when instead of incessantly complaining, Filipinos can actually wield their most potent tool for change: the
Given the way we are in this world, marked as it is with frequent inconsistencies and infidelities, we need to see to it that this business of making daily renewals of our commitments to God and to everybody else should
As the May 12 elections approach, let us take this weekend to remind ourselves that the power to shape our nation’s future lies in the hands of every voter. This pivotal moment demands not just participation but discernment. Voting wisely
• GILBERT P. BAYORAN The Police Regional Office Negros Island Region reported the dismantling of suspected drug den in Barangay Poblacion, Sibulan, Negros Oriental on Tuesday. The operation resulted in the arrest of three drug suspects and the recovery of
• GILBERT P. BAYORAN A barangay captain and three others linked to the Election Day shooting incident in Silay City, Negros Occidental, are facing charges for murder and frustrated murder, which were filed yesterday, after inquest proceedings. Charged were Lantad
• GILBERT P. BAYORAN A Bacoleño has suffered serious burns after accidentally making contact with a high-voltage power line, while attempting a do-it-yourself internet cable installation on Wednesday at Purok Malipayon in Barangay 35, Bacolod City. The incident, according to
The local stock market continued to decline as investors were on a profit-taking activity for two straight days, while the peso rebounded on Thursday’s trading. The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) fell to 6,400-level, shedding 1.30 percent to 6,466.86, with
Why? Because, first of all, Christ said so. In no unclear terms, he said: “You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who
The secretary general of the General Alliance of Workers Association (GAWA) believes that the dominance of political dynasties and celebrities in the recent election poses significant challenges to good governance in Philippine politics. Long time labor advocate Wennie Sancho said
