LAST June 10, 2025, a man was found hanging from a tree in Lower Cantil-e, Dumaguete City—a heartbreaking scene that has become all too familiar
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Rizal’s unfinished revolution
JUNE 19th marks the 164th anniversary of the birth of Dr. José Rizal, a man whose pen pierced the veil of colonial injustice and awakened
Unsung Heroes
TODAY (June 15) is Father’s Day. It’s time to dust off the grill, sharpen the dad jokes, and reflect on the unique magic that fathers
A call for sustainable and reliable power in Siquijor
I HAVE witnessed firsthand the transformation and development of Siquijor since I began my journey with the province in 1982. Over the decades, I have
The Aftermath
THE dust has settled. The confetti has been swept away. The 2025 Philippine elections are over, and for many hopefuls, the results weren’t what they’d
After the Vote
NOW that the 2025 Philippine elections have concluded and the dust of political campaigns has finally settled, the real work begins—not just for those elected,
May 12 and the price of a vote
AS Dumaguetnons and Negrosananons head to the polls this May 12, the familiar rhythms of election season echo across the country — campaign jingles blare
A Blessed Escape to Queenstown: New Zealand’s Adventure Capital
QUEENSTOWN, New Zealand – It was truly by God’s grace that my family and I had the opportunity to visit Queenstown, New Zealand—rightfully known as
The Quiet Wonders of New Zealand
ROTORUA, New Zealand – Our recent journey to New Zealand was more than a family visit—it was a heartwarming immersion into a land where nature,