Here’s what I do when friendships and politics are in conflict
Making the best of a bad thing If there’s one thing I’m thankful for about the 2016 Philippine elections, it’s that since then I’ve learned to show patience and compassion…
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How to take care of your pets during the lockdown
When the lockdown (or “community quarantine”) was first announced, I had one concern that loomed over any potential plans (taking a plane ride back home or visiting my nearby distant…
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Here’s why creative freelancers need our support
We’re already three weeks into the Enhanced Community Quarantine. During this period, we’ve witnessed malls and restaurants closed down temporarily, leaving those who earn on a daily basis with nothing…
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Forbes Asia recognizes young Filipina icons, Margielyn Didal and Louise Mabulo
Forbes magazine announced their “Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia Class of 2020” today and this year’s list of young innovators and change-makers recognized the talents of, as editor Rana Wehbe…
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Don’t beat yourself up about gaining weight during the lockdown
You’ve probably seen at least one meme joking about the weight people will gain during the lockdown. Or you might’ve complained about it to your friends, casually poking fun at…
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Help save food delivery riders from cancelled orders
Heroism comes in all shapes and forms. Sometimes they’re superheroes with capes (or no capes if you’re Edna Mode) and sometimes it’s a Facebook group that helps food delivery riders…
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The non-tone deaf ways to make online content
For those of us who have internet connection, we often turn to social media for news and entertainment to de-stress when things get too much. Likewise, several influencers and creators…
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So, who started these trash-talk groups?
The existence of rant accounts and roast subreddits is no big surprise to anyone who’s ever been on social media. Sometimes you just want to cut loose and scream into…
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The not-so-casual cruelty in “We are the virus.”
One buzzword amid the COVID-19 pandemic that’s been gaining some attention is “ecofascism.” The term has been coming up in arguments against cynical posts that read a lot like Hugo…
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Politicians finally get a taste of accountability—but it’s not enough
By now, you’ve probably heard about the recent political gaffe concerning Senator Koko Pimentel. Fully knowing that he was a Person Under Investigation (PUI) and was still waiting for the…
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