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Documentary hopes to prevent rewriting of PH drug war killings story
MANILA, Philippines – Putting a spotlight on the administration’s campaign against illegal drugs in the Philippines, On the President’s Orders premiered at the Active Vista’s 7th International Human...
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#2030Now: #RespetoNaman campaign hopes to shine a light on gender-based violence
MANILA, Philippines – While the Philippines leads other countries in the region in terms of gender equality, much more needs to be done to educate all Filipinos on the issue of gender-based...
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#ThinkPH Live: Putting the spotlight on responsible technology
MANILA, Philippines – Since 2013, #ThinkPH has been bringing people together to inspire Filipinos to think and talk about issues that matter.This year, we want to bring people even closer. What used to...
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Beyond tree planting: How companies can ignite change
MANILA, Philippines – Tree planting, orphanage visits, and feeding programs are just some of the activities companies hold annually to help communities out.However, it will take more than just a...
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Dela Rosa slammed for vaccine remark: ‘Hindi comedy bar ang Senado!’
MANILA, Philippines – It was Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa’s first and only time to speak at the Senate hearing on immunization on Tuesday, September 24. Netizens, however, said his remark was not...
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‘Traffic will improve sooner than later’ – DPWH chief
MANILA, Philippines – Public Works Secretary Mark Villar assured Filipinos during groundbreaking ceremonies at the University of the Philippines Diliman on Wednesday, September 25, that efforts are...
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What does it mean to go on strike for the climate?
MANILA, Philippines – You could hear a pin drop at the plaza in front of the Commission on Human Rights (CHR). When I arrived, there was nothing but silence. Then, they came. First, a single voice...
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#2030Now: Refilling stations emerge as best solution to plastic pollution
MANILA, Philippines – Turning sari-sari stores into refilling stations to cut down sachet use in the Philippines won as the best solution to the country’s plastic problem during the 2019 Social Good...
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With new building, UP Resilience Institute hopes to take lead in disaster...
MANILA, Philippines– Hoping to make the nation better prepared for disasters, the University of the Philippines Resilience Institute (UPRI) will be amping up its efforts to complement science in...
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U.P. community condemns frat-related violence, impunity over leaked chat
MANILA, Philippines – Student groups from the University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman slammed the fraternity-related violence and impunity inside the campus through a mobilization protest on...
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Family of topnotchers: Youngest ranks 1st in physician licensure exam
MANILA, Philippines – When University of Santo Tomas (UST) graduate Federico Peralta IV topped the September 2019 physician licensure examination, people who knew him and his siblings might have had...
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#2030NOW: Advocates rethink gender and development in the Philippines
MANILA, Philippines – How can we mainstream gender issues and promote gender equality? Where do women's rights intersect with LGBTQ+ rights when we talk about gender inequality?These were some of the...
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[OPINION] Being pansexual is all about love – not pans
Looking at the comments that arise every time someone mentions being pansexual, I feel pretty lucky that all they can come up with are half-assed jokes about frying pans. It's hard to take someone...
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Farmers are business partners in this zero-waste café
LAGUNA, Philippines – For the better part of a decade doing volunteer work, Che Abrigo had witnessed the plight of marginalized farmers firsthand. She wanted to serve the farming communities better,...
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Rowena Garcia: The singing, storytelling science teacher
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines – Rowena Maynes Garcia, Teacher III in Baguio City National High School, believes that love and skills work together to produce a masterpiece. Having her share of hardships and...
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#2030Now: Offline ‘safe spaces’ seen as solution to SOGIE misconceptions
MANILA, Philippines– What do you know about SOGIE?While some know that it means sexual orientation and gender identity and expression, others may still not be fully familiar with the term and what it...
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[OPINION] Dengue fever and the language of medicine
"Doc, ano po ulit ibig sabihin ng critical phase (Doc, what does critical phrase mean again)?"Outside, the rain thundered on the cheap, deserted mall where the clinic was. She had carried her son...
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IN PHOTOS: Piston says nationwide transport strike a success
MANILA, Philippines – Instead of holding onto their steering wheels, hundreds of jeepney drivers nationwide held up banners and joined the transport strike on Monday, September 30, to renew their call...
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Close to home: PH startup taps locals to promote sustainable tourism
MANILA, Philippines – Do you want to travel like a local? A Philippine startup is striving to offer this experience to travelers while helping local residents promote sustainable tourism in their...
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Sparing the rod: Netizens debate physical punishment at home
MANILA, Philippines – Is physical punishment an effective way of disciplining one's children?In light of the International Day of Non-Violence, educators worldwide aim to promote a universal culture of...
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