LATEST ARTICLES
HOW THE MIGHTY HAVE FALLEN
The wheels of justice in the Philippines grind over a former president, a sitting VP, a former speaker, 7 incumbent senators, and two congressmen By TONY LOPEZ What a thrilling moment in Philippine history. Never […]
THE FIRST TWO-TRILLION COMPANY IN REVENUES
SMC 2026 sales should hit P2 trillion, a new record By TONY LOPEZ Fearless forecast: San Miguel Corp. (SMC) will hit P2 trillion in consolidated revenues in 2026, becoming the first Philippine industrial conglomerate to […]
Where ARTA reforms resonate
By Secretary Ernesto V. Perez ARTA Secretary and Director General (8th State of the ARTA Address, May 22, 2026) Distinguished members of the Cabinet, honorable officials of the national government, our partners in local […]

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POLITICS
Rage against corruption
By TONY LOPEZ On August 23, 2025, I wrote: “It’s the biggest syndicated looting of the treasury – the plunder of P1 trillion of the P2-trillion flood control money in the last 15 years (2011 […]
BUSINESS
BATTLE OF THE BEST AND BIGGEST
SMC and SM fuel the Philippines’ robust economic growth The Philippines’ two largest conglomerates are powering the country’s robust economic growth this year and in the coming years. Both having demonstrated unprecedented expansion in the […]
POP CULTURE
If you feel abandoned in your marriage, then you are Penelope in The Odyssey
Every woman marries a husband thinking he will take care of her. That’s why she seeks security, wealth, and status— all the symbols of a good life. Penelope in The Odyssey married the great […]
How many AP’s should I take in high school?
By Audrey Cabaltica It’s no longer enough to just get straight A’s in high school to get into a good college. In my competitive high school, it’s normal to get A’s so students also typically […]
My underwhelming experience in New York City
I just visited New York City for the first time for my aunt’s 50th birthday. I was really excited to go and see the iconic skyscrapers and huge LED billboards. I also heard that hot […]
BOOKS
How to be okay when nothing is okay
I first read and reviewed Jenny Lawson’s book Broken (in the best possible way) back in 2021. It was raw with angst, yet also filled with healing humor. She was in the throes of her […]
We need more humorists like Dave Barry
I never met a Dave I didn’t like. I discovered Dave Barry when I googled “humor columnist”. At first I was not inclined to read his work because we don’t have much in common. He’s […]
Stephen Curry’s book — Shot Ready
When a GOAT speaks, we listen. Four-time NBA champion Stephen Curry shares his humble beginnings, mindset, and training in this inspirational memoir for anyone who wants to be great. This hefty collectible book by the […]
FEATURE ARTICLES
What you say—-and don’t say—-offend me
I am a writer so I work in symbolism and subtlety. That means, if I think you’re ugly, I say, “You’re beautiful in your own way.” Don’t get it? Exactly. Now my husband The Count […]
Do you have what it takes to be a Dance Mom or Dad?
Dance is just like a sport—but without the fame, free college, career path, or Nike Bucks. And just like a sport, you need the commitment and Mega Money—-of your Mom and Dad. Because it’s […]
How I became a Professional Beginner Dancer
After I saw Flashdance and Footloose, I wanted to be a dancer. I wanted to pirouette like the ballerina in a music box. I wanted to be the one who added the FuN and FLASH […]




