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On March 20, 2025, at 10 o’clock in the morning, I was donned the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Reserved Military Force assigned to the Judge Advocate General Service (JAGS). This is a defining moment in my journey, not just in terms of personal...

Our nation’s greatest tragedy is not poverty, corruption, or external threats—it’s our paralysis in the face of these challenges. The current socioeconomic-political system, dominated by oligarchs and political dynasties, has proven immune to reform, absorbing and neutralizing every attempt at change. Elections, legislation, and advocacy...

For decades now, three (3) major challenges have been plaguing our nation: Corruption, Electoral Frauds, and Political Dynasties. The first two are serious crimes under governance, while the third is the one responsible, if not accountable, for these problems – our governors, the political dynasties....

Our country has more seawater than land. It is time we focus more on the sea as a means to sustain our lives through aquaculture, on top of agriculture.   Look at the difference of Philippine territories expressed in terms of kilometers covered by seawater...

The beautiful country of Canada is battling an ugly menace that is potentially more lethal than COVID-19.  I am referring to the freshly imposed 25% tariff on Canadian exports to the US. According to the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, some $3.6 Billion in goods and...

I remember the Y2K phenomenon when right before the year became 2000, everyone was waiting for the start of the millennium because people said computers could blow up, files may forever be lost and anything we had saved in our laptops would disappear into thin...

In the rapidly evolving landscape of business and management, the allure of generative AI (GenAI) applications is undeniable. These tools promise unprecedented efficiency in generating reports, crafting emails, summarizing data, and even offering strategic insights. However, as with any technological advancement, their use demands a...

Henry, the managing director of a facade maintenance company based in Manila, was having a great day – until he walked into his client’s office. Instead of collecting a promised ₱3 million check, he was met with a casual apology. “You’ll have it next week,”...

About a year ago, on February 26, 2024, a historic piece of legislation was signed into law: the Tatak Pinoy Act, or Republic Act No. 11981. This landmark act represents not just a policy shift but a bold assertion of the Philippines’ aspiration to become...