Now is the time for all of us, alumni of the Pamanstasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila, to take the initiative to make the appointment of a PLM alumnus/alumna as the university president a reality. This month’s forthcoming alumni reunion is an opportune time for us to close ranks and keep on appealing, knocking on the corridors of power… Read More »
These days, a wave of excitement about cultivating various plants and vegetables has swept across Canada. Whether in the vast open spaces of land, the cozy backyard gardens, or even the limited confines of balconies, the joy of gardening is palpable. Even more empowering is that the tools for this green revolution are readily available–anyone can find seeds,… Read More »
PRODDED by an email from a friend on the continuing fallout of the latest PISA ( Programme for International Student Assessment ) results, a no holds bared article in the Philippine Star by columnist Tony Lopez, titled “Mass Stupidity,” again highlighted the terrible state of education in the Philippines. The latest literacy test ( reading, math and Science)… Read More »
“I want to show to those who deprive people the right to love of country, that when we know how to sacrifice ourselves for our duties and convictions, death does not matter if one dies for those one loves —for his country and for others dear to him.” — Jose Rizal. Of all the historical figures involved in… Read More »
Ni Edwin Esteba Lahat naman tayo ay nag umpisa sa wala Iniisip nga natin noon paano sa hirap makawala? Ngunit dahil sa kakayanan natin ay may nagtiwala Lahat nang ito ay ating nagawa Mahirap ang mag umpisa ng walang wala Sa harap ng iba mukha kang kawawa Karamihan sa kanila pilit kang hinahatak pababa Hindi matanggap umangat ang… Read More »
Our Toronto’s coffee culture is unique. We deeply love this beverage and savour it at any place and time of the day. Most of us cherish the ritual of starting our day with a steaming cup of coffee and contemplating the day ahead. Coffee catalyzes our social interactions, whether casual chat with family, friends, or neighbours over a… Read More »
“All of my life I have wondered about the possibility of life elsewhere. What would it be like? Of what would it be made?”—Carl Sagan. Science never played a prominent role in my upbringing and educational progress, especially astronomy. When I looked up at the sky, what knowledge I had was informed by my Catholic faith. Religion taught… Read More »
No, it’s not the latest Karaoke tune to grace the Philippine airwaves, but in Metro Manila, you never know. Slogans and catchphrases are Filipino specialties. Why “There is More Fun in the Philippines” has not caught up with “Amazing Thailand” could be a big blow to our ego. My generic friend Freddie sees it simply lacking a catchy… Read More »
Fear of seeing a dentist is common to all people. Back then, when dentists used those huge and intimidating instruments—big syringes with long needles—and the earsplitting sound of tooth drills—this so-called Dentophobia was understandable in one way or another. The funny thing is that one morning, while I was having breakfast, I sensed something hard in my mouth;… Read More »
ni Edwin Anyayahan Esteba Hindi maaalis sa ating mga pilipino Ang mainggit sa kapwa nito Sa halip kasi na magtulungan tayo Bakit kailangan hatakin mo pababa ito? Kung ang isang tao ay may nagagawang mabuti Matuwa ka kapag siya ay pinupuri Huwag siyang sisiraan na parang nakapandidiri Ginagawa niyang mabuti para sa nakakarami Kung ikaw ay walang maitutulong… Read More »