How ironic is it for a woman to be verbally sexually harassed during National Women’s Month? And to make it even worse? A government official—someone who is supposed to protect women from exactly this kind of behavior—did it. Social media has recently been flooded with outrage against Quezon City Rep. Bong Suntay following his lewd […]
In Filipino families, the lines between love, gratitude, and obligation have long been blurred by a deeply rooted cultural value: utang na loob. This sense of indebtedness isn’t just about repaying a favor, it’s about carrying the expectation of a lifelong reciprocity, often without question. A recent post featuring Melai Cantiveros provoked this conversation. 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 […]
Without a doubt, beauty pageants are already considered a part of our culture. Filipinos are known for their fixation with them. The public is tuned in to every update and step of their representative: her pre-pageant performance, catwalk, gown, swimsuit, advocacy, and her intelligence, eloquence, and articulacy in responding to questions, especially in the Q&A […]
An intimidating demeanor paired with professional attire such as suits and tailored dresses is the usual combination that can be associated with how a “CEO” looks. Given that CEO or the Chief Executive Officer holds the highest-ranking executive in the organization, displays of high-level professionalism and adherence to proper business etiquette are expected of them. […]
From maintaining good skin, regularly exercising, and eating healthy foods, to just doing whatever we can to take care of our mental health, the idea of self-care has been centered on what we can do to maintain our physical and mental health in the best condition. However, what will happen if we stray too much […]
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Filipinos are outright focused on diligence and perseverance when it comes to being successful in life, “sipag at tiyaga lang, matutupad mo lahat ng gusto mo,” regardless of how you get there as long as you’re trying, you can get there… somehow. But we tend to overlook the factors relating to achieving such success; Is […]
I’m starting to believe that a lot of Filipinos don’t know how to appreciate artworks and cultural spaces. Case in point: On February 15, 2023, artist Rodney James De Guzman posted a video on Facebook with the caption, “mag appreciate at matuto ❌ magTIKTOK at patungan ng cellphone ang artwork 🤦🏻♂️💯 FYI that is a […]
A district representative from Manila recently filed a bill that aims to recognize, define, and protect the rights of heterosexuals, which seems to counter the controversial ‘SOGIE’ Bill which, ironically, also covers the rights of our hetero bros and sis. 6th District Rep. Bienvenido Abante Jr. filed House Bill No. 5717 or ‘Heterosexual bill,’ which seeks […]