Disaster management is a collaborative effort and not solely a government responsibility. We should have ultimately learned this lesson from Ondoy.

The world is watching the United States not only with interest on the elections results but also with the conduct of their elections in the middle of this pandemic.

Our words also don’t occur in a vacuum. These often bear a significant impact on our associations- to our families and organizations we work for. 

This recurring behavior among consumers has prompted lawmakers to file House Bill 7805 or the Internet Transactions Act which aims to impose sanctions and still penalties against pranksters, practical jokers and other persons for victimizing food delivery service crew and riders.

The PBA Bubble is an attempt by the league to provide sports-entertainment to the basketball-adoring public. It is also sports' contribution to restoring faith and confidence among our people that we're on our way to the new normal. 

The shift to blended learning can also be overburdening to some students. It is unfortunate that several incidents of suicide committed by students have been reported due to the financial pressures brought about by increased electronic and logistical requirements for the blending learning scheme, and the pressure to participate in online classes. 

What we have today are severely fragmented and damaged political institutions. Initiatives for Constitutional Reform by key personalities from the administration are imbued with persona interest rather than genuine intent to reform our system. 

COVID-19 will continue to have lasting effects in the way we live for the next two to three years. But this will not deter our people from eagerly exercising their right to vote.

The challenge in celebration of the International Day of Peace is not only to put a stop on armed conflicts and impending wars. The challenge is to also help individuals, groups and parties find their peace from within, peace in themselves, and peace in their relationships.

The upcoming 2022 National Elections is sure to draw interest from first-time voters, with many looking forward to legitimately express their satisfaction or dissatisfaction with the government’s response against the COVID-19 pandemic through the ballot.

The apparent lack of accountability, delicadeza, dynamism, innovation and creativity in today’s youth governance has created further distrust among many that the youth can effect change in the future of the country. 

The pandemic has impacted social media users in so many ways. Some have used social media to engage in worthwhile activities such as launching and promoting online businesses and mobilizing support for noble causes to fight the pandemic. Meanwhile, some have trooped to social media to make a living out of trolling, posting irresponsible and uneducated views on several issues, and personally insulting and attacking individuals without remorse.