Reflections of humanity from Artemis 2
Humanity’s long-awaited return to the moon revealed much about us: our capabilities, our pitfalls, but most importantly, the fact that we are uniquely human.
Philippine science and technology is being left behind
From groundbreaking discoveries to novel modernization, science and technology (S&T) facilitates both local and national community empowerment through infrastructure development, economic growth, environmental protection, and healthcare advancement. Yet in the Philippines, science education and research remain chronically underinvested. While initiatives such as the “Balik Scientist Program” and “Expanded Philippine Science High School System Act” are […]
No proof of work
Blockchain transparency cannot replace judicial accountability. Without political will to prosecute graft, an incorruptible digital ledger merely documents unpunished crimes.
A zero-sum game
More than a reprieve, the zero-percent TFI is a protest against a system that seemingly trades academic excellence for creeping exclusivity.
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 […]
The burden of a reactive state
The Philippines’ latest fuel crisis exposes the deadly cost of a government that responds only when systems are already collapsing.
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.