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The recent viral incident at Ulli’s Streets of Asia in Cebu has ignited a fervent debate on social media, highlighting the complexities and sensitivities surrounding gender identity and misgendering. The situation, where an LGBTQIA community member, Jude Bacalso, reprimanded a waiter for addressing her as “Sir,” has sparked widespread reactions, both supportive and critical. This […]
The Philippines has been upholding traditions that stem its origins from our ancestors and are being carried up until the present. While there are attempts to continue this legacy built by our forefathers, some of these traditions have become outdated due to the innovations that are slowly being discovered from time to time. Although these […]
Dearest Filipino public, It’s disappointing to see how most of you (the older generation) are reacting to the passing of the Absolute Divorce Bill. Yes, I had to point out (I’m Gen Z, btw) that it’s the older generation reacting completely negatively to this bill, but all the while it isn’t that surprising at this […]
“We’re not social climbers. We just want to look presentable. Period.” This statement resonates deeply with many of us who simply want to look and feel our best without any ulterior motives. In a recent TikTok video shared by @Janessenicole, this shines through as three women are seen wearing chic sunglasses and head-turning outfits, reminiscent […]
Genuine question: Why are Filipinos so obsessed with celebrities-turned-politicians? Like seriously, why? Well, apparently, there are a number of (serious) reasons for that, but we’re just here to talk about one that is most obvious in our society: our kink for famous names. Why’d we say kink? Other than the fact that we’re always so […]
It cannot be denied that we have been given too much liberty and power to post almost everything online. With nothing more than just a simple click, we can immediately share our recent travels, latest clothing purchases, career promotions, gatherings with loved ones, or even the meals we enjoy daily. Most of us feel a […]
Okay, so picture this: You pour in countless hours of creativity, sweat, and dedication into a project, only to see someone step forward and claim it as theirs. Whether it’s in the workplace, academia, or the arts, the act of taking credit for work that isn’t one’s own is not just a betrayal of trust—it’s […]
Agree to disagree, but Filipinos are easily one of the most toxic groups of people to ever be on the internet, and that’s saying a lot. Filipinos have such an immense sense of pride in themselves that oftentimes, they don’t even see it becoming borderline conceited. Social media has fueled that even more in the […]
The year is already 2024, yet it seems like we haven’t progressed that much, have we? Because clearly, society still holds the same exasperating—and hypocritical—double standards when it comes to the way men and women dress. Recently, the 96th Academy Awards show has been making rounds on the internet–from Robert Downey Jr. winning his first […]
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![[Commentary] Maybe it’s time to start updating some of the Filipino traditions](https://pop.inquirer.net/files/2024/06/Commentary-Maybe-its-time-to-start-updating-some-of-the-Filipino-traditions-400x300.jpg)
![[Commentary] The Absolute Divorce Bill isn’t the absolute evil you think it is](https://pop.inquirer.net/files/2024/06/Commentary-The-Absolute-Divorce-Bill-isnt-the-absolute-evil-you-think-it-is-1-400x300.jpg)
![[Commentary] ‘Social climbers?’: Fashion’s double standards lay bare social class bias](https://pop.inquirer.net/files/2024/05/Social-climbers-Fashions-double-standards-lay-bare-social-class-bias-400x300.jpg)
![[Commentary] ‘Screen to Senate’: Why do Filipinos love celebrities in politics?](https://pop.inquirer.net/files/2024/05/Commentary-Screen-to-Senate-Why-do-Filipinos-love-celebrities-in-politics-1-400x300.jpg)
