Cielito Habito’s commentary in the Philippine Daily Inquirer, “Dynasties: Our Spreading Cancer” ( Aug. 13, 2024 ), has focused on one of the causes of our intractable and unrelenting poverty in a way that is not summarily seen as having a significant impact on our well-being. Despite government statistics showing 15.5% poverty, Mahar Mangahas’s SWS- Social Weather Stations… Read More »
“To be abandoned by God was worse than to be punished by Him. Better an unjust God than an indifferent one.”—Elie Wiesel. “Evil is unspectacular, and always human.”—W. H. Auden. A festive night, for sure; the glitters of the occasion are overtly evident. The rich and famous start to arrive in their chauffeured-driven limousines. It is one of… Read More »
Tuwina lamang nalalapit ang eleksyon Mga pulitiko isip natin ay kinokondisyon Manira sa kapwa ngayon ang kanilang misyon Dahil madali daw maniwala sa balita ngayon Lahat sila ay mangangako sa atin Kahit imposible sa atin ay ok pa rin Hindi na tinitingnan tunay nilang hangarin Kaya pag sila ay nanalo tayo ang talo pa rin Kung tunay talaga… Read More »
Setting aside personal funds for charity can bring numerous benefits, both personally and for the community. On an individual level, donating to charity can boost self-esteem, elevate mood, and enhance overall well-being. Giving also fosters a sense of purpose and fulfillment, significantly contributing to life satisfaction. Beyond the personal benefits, charitable contributions strengthen community ties by supporting those… Read More »
As I write this piece, messages of consolation and grief have been flooding the online site of the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila because of the recent death of three alumni, Rey Galvez, Rolly Luanzon, and Linda Bunag. They all belonged to the ‘71 First Batch of students who started studying at PLM in 1967. The death of… Read More »
Employers are increasingly stating: “We want someone who can hit the ground running.” Essentially, the message is, “Don’t expect us to explain the basics. We expect you to know your sh*t.” Employers understand you’ll need time to learn their business, applications, software, infrastructure, etc. However, they expect that you’re proficient in Microsoft Office Suite software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint),… Read More »
It seems to have been a dream. Summer in Canada this year feels like a microcosm of the volatile weather (literally and figuratively, I must say) around the globe. A friend of mine who is quite adept at astrology, says that these turbulent times are a sort of “spring cleaning” as we usher in the Age of Aquarius.… Read More »
The food insecurity situation in Toronto has reached alarming levels. Recent statistics from the Who’s Hungry Report 2023 – Daily Bread underscore the severity of the crisis: These statistics highlight the urgent need for food and clothing assistance in our city. You can play a crucial role in addressing this crisis by supporting local non-profit organizations such as… Read More »
When job seekers complain about being ghosted—a form of silent rejection where candidates hear nothing after submitting an application or having been interviewed—I wonder if they’re unaware of the changes in social norms and mannerisms. Do they not know that social norms and the workplace are intertwined? Since the advent of social media, manners, courtesy, and empathy have… Read More »
Mga nagbabasa ng aking tula Nagpapasalamat ako at humahanga Karamihan sa inyo ay mapang unawa Hindi nila ito iniisip sa kanila ay patama Isang dekada na akong nagsusulat Sabi nang iba ako ay nagpapasikat Pero minsan ay nakakagulat Icchat ka sila daw aking isinusulat Ang aking imahinasyon ay mapaglaro Sa aking pag iisa maraming tulang nabubuo Inspirasyon ko… Read More »