Tag: Column

No proof of work

Blockchain transparency cannot replace judicial accountability. Without political will to prosecute graft, an incorruptible digital ledger merely documents unpunished crimes.

I wouldn’t wish OCD on my worst enemy

When OCD is often brushed off as a quirk, seeking care and recovery gets harder in a country with few specialists.

Politicians we meet on social media

Social media brings politicians closer to voters, but when relatability becomes political currency, visibility can be mistaken for accountability.

Are we cooked, chat?

AI can write working code in seconds, but relying on chatbots risks bypassing the foundational intuition built through trial, error, and failure.

Stop being so gullible

People are gullible—and sensationalists know it. Clickbait works because audiences keep clicking, rewarding exaggeration over accuracy. In today’s media landscape, headlines are crafted not just to inform, but to gain traction. Millions fall for sensationalized news kickers and half-baked narratives, accepting them without question or verification. As more media outlets lean into this demand, journalism […]

Fulfillment beyond routine

When the routine of college sets in, students may find themselves jaded, pushing them to seek fulfillment through new experiences that would shape their growth.

Death by a thousand jokes

Beyond superficial empowerment, “playful” jokes and snide commentary weave a language of violence, systematizing the daily architecture of oppression for the defiant Filipina.

Is the Philippines prepared for progressive laws?

While progressive laws promise change, neglected needs and frail systems keep them distant from the people they are meant to serve.

Not my fault my dad works hard

Wealth is often framed as a direct result of effort, but in a polar system, “hard work” is necessary for survival, not a guaranteed path to affluence.

Make it “more fun in the Philippines” again

More than witty taglines and clean branding, improving the country’s tourism entails making it habitable for both citizens and tourists.