Editorial

Following the mandate of the post-EDSA People Power 1987 Constitution, Congress enacted the Local Government Code, Republic Act No. 7160, on Oct. 10, 1991, or more than three decades ago. The Constitution declared that the territorial and political subdivisions of the country are the provinces, cities, municipalities, and barangays; and …

It is a tragedy that their childhoods, a time that should be filled with love, school, and dreams, are stolen away by the ravages of conflict. The United Nations Children’s Fund, citing local reports, said more than 700 children in Gaza have lost their lives, and 2,450 have sustained injuries …

The UN is making it clear that it does not want Israel to defend itself. The United Nations, or UN, is failing in its role to spearhead the multinational response to the terror crisis in Israel. It must act because of the global implications of the conflict as not only …

“No more hunger” — translated as “walang gutom” in Filipino — is the battle cry of the administration in its quest to eradicate hunger. It is, in past years, a tall order. However, an Executive Order (EO), issued by Malacañang on Oct. 12, 2023, puts weight on this mission, classifying …

As the Philippines joins today the worldwide observance of World Food Day, two imperatives emerge. First, there is need to end involuntary hunger; and second, proper nutrition of newly born children must be assured. In the latest Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey held mid-year, at least 10.4 percent of Filipino …

The temporary displacement of the Palestinians, however, is necessary since Israel now considers north Gaza a war zone. Formidable forces are employing deception against Israel, many of which have yet to come out in the open, as the war against the extremists Hamas intensifies. Even reports in the media are …

A consumer is an integral part of society, who, every day makes choices that will determine the success or failure of products.  The choices can also contribute to sustainability, help preserve the environment and save the planet. The theme of this year’s Consumer Welfare Month (CWM), which the country celebrates …

The CoC has been tied up in negotiations for the past 20 years due to stipulations that China wanted to include. Amid the increasing geopolitical turmoil, the need for nations to abide by international law and the value of the peaceful resolution of conflicts stand out as the sole solution …

In a few days time, Filipinos will yet again exercise one of the most basic rights of a citizen in a democratic society: suffrage or the right to vote. And while slogans of “vote wisely” and “no to vote buying” are themes as common as the latest TikTok dance craze …

The only difference between the Philippines and Israel in their affinity with the US is that Manila receives far less military aid than the $3 billion that Washington pours into the Middle Eastern nation yearly. The Hamas militant attack on Israel warns of the capability of those intending to sow …