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Invisible invincibility: The cost of being a woman in pain

Women’s healthcare ceases to progress under the confines of a patriarchal system rooted in the dismissal and capitalization of women’s pain.

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Is this normal? Beyond the 28-day cycle on period-tracking apps

While period-tracking apps promise seamless menstrual cycle monitoring, their convenience hinges on a 28-day norm and masks glaring privacy pitfalls.

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DOST-SEI director sheds light on scholarship policies, concerns

DOST-SEI Director Jayeel Cornelio sheds light on the processes and policies that shape the country’s most coveted STEM scholarship.

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Struggles and woes for the scholars of science

As DOST scholars pursue their dreams of becoming scientists, they must also overcome the pressure of grade requirements and delayed stipends.

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Delving into the digital shadows: Safeguarding children against online sexual abuse and exploitation

Digital devices open portals to new possibilities, including those that may potentially be harmful for children.

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Supreme Court eyes AI-assisted applications to optimize legal proceedings

With the slow Philippine justice system, the Supreme Court uses AI to speed justice and improve access, while ensuring human judgment.

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Lessons in dignity, equality from QC’s Right to Care Card

QC’s Right to Care card lets LGBTQIA+ couples make medical decisions for each other—a vital step in a nation with little legal protection for them.

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The modern-day battle of Manila Bay

The unsatiable desire for expansion is driving reclamation activities in Manila Bay, yet this process guzzles an alarming amount of sand, damaging the environment.

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The Philippine demography: A ticking time bomb or a window of opportunity?

The Philippines is undergoing a shift in demographics as its population shrinks and ages, creating new challenges and opportunities for its leaders.

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A silenced night: Unwrapping holiday blues, seasonal sadness

While the holidays are often a time for joy and connection, they can also trigger feelings of loneliness and anxiety in others.