The Heartwarming Tale of Oscar, the Therapy Cat
Were you aware that the domestic cats we cherish today trace their ancestry back to Felis silvestris lybica, also known as the African wildcat, which originated in the Fertile Crescent,…
The Department of Health (DOH) suggests hiring unlicensed nurses for public hospitals, but implementation raises apprehensions.
Throughout the pandemic, various aspects of society have been brought to the forefront, none more crucial than the state of the healthcare system. Previously concealed flaws within healthcare, overshadowed by…
Investigating the Underlying Factors Behind Low Annual Physical Examination Rates in the Philippines
A recent study conducted by Capstone-Intel Corporation unveiled that merely about 40 percent of Filipinos adhere to their recommended annual physical checkups. Initially, my reaction leaned towards critiquing the perceived…
Top 5 Beloved K-Beauty Brands in the Philippines
Skincare and makeup epitomize South Korea’s global renown. The country’s distinctive beauty aesthetic is characterized by brown soft eyeliners, aegyo sal eyes, shimmer lids, soft brows, face masks, face serums,…
The Philippines: Asia’s Hub of Beauty Pageants
As widely acknowledged, Filipinos have a fervent passion for pageantry akin to their love for basketball. Each representative from our country receives unwavering support and attention, from their catwalk to…
Marites, what’s the latest? A peek into why Filipinos enjoy gossip.
Have you ever heard someone referred to as “Marites”? The term “Marites” originates from the Filipino expression “Mare, anong latest?” which translates to asking for the latest gossip. Filipinos are…
The Attraction to Controversy: Why People are Drawn to Controversial Topics
Controversy possesses an undeniable allure, captivating the attention of countless individuals. People are inherently drawn to controversial subjects, discussions, and figures due to the excitement and intrigue they provoke. This…
Roman Catholic Church community versus Pura Luka Vega
Who is Pura Luka Vega, and how did he attract the attention of the Roman Catholic Church? Amadeus Fernando Pagente, popularly known as Pura Luka Vega, is a Filipino queer…
Meet Pope Benedict XVI, the 265th Bishop of Rome.
At the age of 95, Pope Benedict XVI passed away, as announced by the Vatican, with the tolling of bells echoing through St. Peter’s Square. Who was Pope Benedict…
9 Lesser-Known Facts About St. Francis of Assisi
Saint Francis of Assisi, originally named Giovanni di Pietro di Bernardone, was born in Assisi, Italy, in 1182, and he is revered as the patron saint of ecology and animals.…