Zheng Zi Long (鄭子龍), a famous pirate and marine merchant during the late Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), was awarded amnesty and served as Ming general. He would later resist the Manchurian or Qing conquest. In the autumn of 1646, however, Zheng Zi Long decided to surrender to the Qing court over the objections of his eldest son, […]
Philippine politics is primarily dominated by dynasties. But the 2019 midterm elections seem to have enlarged the problem, challenging the boundaries of legality and morality. It makes us really wonder about the state of democracy in the Philippines. It makes us admire even more candidates like public health advocate Dr. Willie Ong and broadcast journalist […]
“I am very thankful God called me to serve. I get a lot of fulfillment in what I am doing today – and the example I am allowed to share with an organization like this – the concept of servant-leadership. I never asked what’s in it for me.” Robert Kuan’s words ring like verses from […]
Baguio City, located in the mountains of Benguet province, is the summer capital of the Philippines. People flock to Baguio during the summer months to bask in the cool weather and pine-scented mountain air. Aside from being the summer capital, Baguio also has the reputation of being one of the most haunted cities in the […]
Eight years ago, I held my first photo exhibit of Metro Manila in Makati. Though the exhibit ran for a month, it did not open new opportunities for me.Still, I was grateful for the whole experience and decided to continue learning and practicing photography. While working on assignments for Tulay or other publications, I would […]
Place names are integral to the rich heritage and history of the locale. Often, these names tell of stories, origins and legends there.Recently, controversy arising from the proposed building of the Philippine-China Friendship Bridge spanning Intramuros to Binondo sparked renewed interest in the adverse impact of the destruction of historic places especially in Binondo.Groups such […]
Marikit na tala ang tanglaw sa dilim, Sa halimuyak ng matamis na hangin, Sa gubat ng gabi ay hinihintay ko, Mga kislap ng nilimot na pangako. For the third time, the Maningning Miclat Art Foundation Inc., in cooperation with District Gallery-Artist Playground and Far Eastern University President’s Committee on Culture, presented “Ginugunita Kita” on Sept. […]
Only in the Philippines: where a presidential election promise to fix traffic congestion on the capital city’s busiest thoroughfare can get you votes. News on the web recently reported that President Duterte – who made this election promise – is giving up on fixing EDSA’s traffic woes. “Let EDSA remain as it is for the next 20 […]
Rules for life: There are no secrets, only surprises. I read an article online about how this line ensures the safety of children – physical, emotional, social, psychological. Sometimes, they are unaware that they are being taken advantage of, so it helps when children tell parents most of what is happening in their lives. We can […]
After 13 years, kidnap victim Michael Armas finally found justice on Oct. 3 after a Cavite court convicted kidnapper Virgilio Cupino guilty beyond reasonable doubt, according to social news network Rappler. Cupino was sentenced to reclusion perpetua, or 20-40 years’ imprisonment, by Cavite Regional Trial Court Branch 18 Acting Presiding Judge Jaime B. Santiago. He […]