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University

Commentary: Suspend fuel taxes? Roll out the subsidies instead

The increase in gas prices calls for sufficient subsidies—not much of tax cuts—to directly help affected consumers.

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University

Kapihan with Ka Pepe spotlights legacy of late senator

Commemorating the declaration of International Human Rights Day, the Diokno Foundation and the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) invited speakers to discuss the accomplishments and contributions of the late Sen. Jose Wright Diokno through an online webinar titled Kapihan with Ka-Pepe Diokno held last December 10 via Facebook Live. The conversation on Ka Pepe’s birth…

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Menagerie

On coal and steam, bibingka and puto bumbong define Filipino holidays

Bibingka and puto bumbong makers continue to fuel our Christmas spirit despite challenges brought by the pandemic.

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Vanguard

Building resilience and saving communities through adaptive infrastructure

By 2050, the IPCC observes that global sea levels will increase by 15 to 25 centimeters—putting millions of individuals at risk.

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Sports

Halftime Thoughts: Athletes, brands, and the real deal

To widen their reach, companies often ride on the fame of talented athletes who they recruit as endorsers.

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Vanguard

How microbial vaccines promise a pandemic-free future

Familiar to us in our biofuels, drugs, and even food additives, these high-value molecules are sources of our everyday essentials.

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University

Seeking to address complaints, DAAM refines processes and communication with USG units

In response to USG units and organizations’ concerns with their processes, DAAM settles the score regarding their processes.

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Menagerie

An unsung carol: Silent nights of a domestic worker

For many domestic workers, the holiday season may not always be filled with joy.

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Sports

Confined in still water: Looking into the 2021 PSI bubble

As restrictions ease, collegiate Filipino swimmers finally received an opportunity to dive back into the sport.

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Opinion

So-called Pinoy pride

While we honor our national athletes who excel in international stints, support should also be continuous and concrete, especially from the government.