Urban planning is often treated as a technical issue—roads, zoning, transport systems—but ultimately, it reflects whose lives are prioritized. For decades, cities around the world have been designed around a narrow model: the daily commute between home and work. This perspective, historically shaped by male-dominated decision-making spaces, has influenced how infrastructure is built—and who it […]
Misis: Ang Vavaihang Musical is a theatre production by Communication Arts students of the University of the Philippines Los Baños that brings contemporary Filipino music, urgent gender discourse, and student-led performance together on one stage. The play will be staged on March 26, 2026 (Thursday) at the Dioscoro L. Umali Hall, with two performances scheduled […]
A now-viral event segment featuring servers styled as “human trays” and women posed as “living lamps” has ignited widespread backlash online, prompting apologies from organizers and raising deeper questions about dignity, labor, and the line between creativity and dehumanization. Photos and videos circulating on social media showed event staff carrying trays attached to their bodies, […]
At the Philippine General Hospital (PGH), healing doesn’t stop at prescriptions and procedures. Every day, inside its chapel, something quieter, but just as vital is being prepared: food. Through the initiative led by Fr. Wilfredo Manalo Samson, hundreds of sandwiches are made from Monday to Friday and distributed to emergency room patients and their guardians. […]
On March 17, 2026, Filipino music enthusiasts and concertgoers received startling news: the Wanderland music festival will not hold its 2026 edition this March. In a Facebook post, the Wanderland team extended their deep gratitude to its supporters, or “Wanderers.” They stated that Wanderland inspired new artists to showcase their abilities, strangers became friends, and […]
Content creator Jessalyn Grace is drawing widespread attention online after sharing a video detailing her experience as a former “child YouTuber,” including allegations of abuse, financial control, and exploitation by her mother, who also managed her career. Grace is an American creator who rose to prominence at a young age through YouTube content centered on […]
Traveling from one place to another can be a powerful stress reliever, especially for those who enjoy exploring new destinations and experiencing different cultures. However, beyond the excitement and adventure, traveling also requires careful consideration—particularly when it comes to finances. Every trip comes with expenses. Transportation, accommodation, food, activities, and even souvenirs all require money. […]
Are weddings required to have a grand reception? What happens when a couple does not have the budget for a lavish celebration and instead opts for a simple meal or gathering? In these situations, how important is basic hospitality, and how does it shape people’s expectations of the event? A post circulating online recently shared […]
Conversations about workplace culture often reveal differing preferences and expose deeply rooted values. In the Philippines, discussions about whether employees should address superiors by their first names or use honorifics such as “Sir” or “Ma’am” have gained strong reactions online. At the heart of the debate is a larger question: what does respect look like […]
