New China Treat
This new Chinese regulation is infuriating. As a Filipino, it feels like blatant bullying designed…
A Drop in The Bucket?
Many of the messages I receive in my inbox express a common sentiment: we have little choice but to purchase products made in China due to the lack of affordable alternatives. This observation is accurate. Chinese manufacturers can offer their products at low prices—often perceived as inferior in quality—because of high demand and strategic business…
EJK, POGO, and Chinese spies.
Here in the Philippines, a congressional investigation has revealed a scandal involving the previous government’s anti-drug campaign, Pogo operations, and a spy network. Former and current senior government officials, Filipino and foreign individuals, and Chinese nationals, including Alice Guo, are implicated. Testimonies and evidence suggest connections between the former government’s anti-drug campaign and illegal Pogo…
New China Treat
This new Chinese regulation is infuriating. As a Filipino, it feels like blatant bullying designed to intimidate us from asserting our rights in the South China Sea. Here’s how this news might impact Filipinos: Regarding the Philippine government’s response, here are some possible courses of action: The Philippines should not have to face this challenge…
The Emergence of P-Pop: A Revolution in Filipino Music
Over the past few years, there has been a growing popularity of P-Pop, which stands for Philippine Popular Music, across the globe. This lively music genre amalgamates catchy tunes, synchronized dance routines, and Filipino cultural elements, making it a hit with audiences worldwide. In this exploration, we will take a closer look at the origins…
The Wishful Thinker
Being a wishful thinker is a wonderful trait that allows you to aspire to great things and aim for the stars. It enables you to envision a future that is different from the present and work towards it. However, pursuing big ideas can come with its own set of challenges. People may not always understand…
To Be A Filipino
Let us take a moment to ponder on what it truly means to be a Filipino. Being a Filipino means having a deep love and respect for our country and its people. Our shared culture, traditions, and history are what unite us and give us a strong sense of identity. Our love for our country…
No Room for Bullies
China’s bullying and aggressive behavior towards the Philippines has been a persistent problem in recent years. However, there is good news! China will not be able to intimidate the Philippines in the presence of other powerful military forces. During joint exercises in the West Philippine Sea, the Philippines, France, and the United States monitored no…
Shogun Short Review
“I enjoyed the ending of Shōgun, even though the battle was not shown. It was beautifully shot and had a poetic feel to it. The story ended satisfactorily without the need for the battle scene. There were many moments that I loved, such as Ishido finding Yabushige half-mad in the garden, Blackthorne learning that Fuji…
A prelude to what?
Many people are concerned about the rising number of Chinese individuals in the Philippines. Some members of the House of Representatives are leading a charge to investigate the possible recruitment of Philippine military personnel as online analysts by Chinese companies. They are also concerned that Chinese sleeper cells may exist in the country. These concerns…
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