With the advent of spring, “hope springs eternal in the human breast” again as English poet Alexander Pope wisely expressed in his 1732 poem An Essay on Man. I say rightly so. It feels like a primordial urge within every man which keeps us going on no matter the challenges. With this in mind and heart, I proceed… Read More »
Ni Edwin Esteba Sa mga nangyayari na ito Lalo nang gumugulo ang bansa mo Dahil dito nagkakahiwa hiwalay ang mga tao Dahil sa kanilang mga idolong pulitiko Noong silang dalawa ay mag alyansa Tuwang tuwa mga supporters nila Akala mo ang tatalino nila Tatawagin na bobo ka Bakit nga ba sila nag alyansa? Nakinabang ba bawat isa sa… Read More »
You know what’s cheap to give in abundance? Criticism. Hence, the idiom “Everyone is a critic”—magnified by everyone having a smartphone—and why no statues have been erected in honour of critics. Social media platforms, intended to encourage sharing and interaction, have turned us into keyboard warriors, relentlessly expressing unsolicited opinions and tearing others down. Whether it’s your grandma… Read More »
A watershed, also known as a drainage basin, is an area where all precipitation collects and drains into a common outlet, such as a river, lake, or bay. These natural systems vary in size and encompass diverse landscapes, including forests, mountains, and urban areas. Watersheds play a vital role in supplying water for drinking, agriculture, and industry. They… Read More »
“Any life when viewed from the inside is simply a series of defeats.” — George Orwell. Writing is a never-ending struggle; to say otherwise is dishonest. There are challenges to deal with: subject matter to write, a catchy title, clear and appropriate words that will form a sentence, convincing argument, structure and content, writer’s block, ideal time to… Read More »
Recently, while waiting in my doctor’s office, I found myself scrolling through my Facebook feed. I stumbled upon a meme that read, “All this arguing over my invisible man is more important than your invisible man.” It struck me how social media has amplified our access to a wide range of opinions, judgments, and conspiracy theories, which entangle… Read More »
Being a Balikbayan, one of the frustrations facing visitors like me from abroad is the massive and chaotic traffic in Metro Manila and its neighbouring cities. It’s a big waste of time and productivity. Although I have seen many traffic enforcers doing their best to keep the streets orderly, this traffic problem should be studied thoroughly to ease… Read More »
Charity fraud has become a growing issue in Toronto, with scammers exploiting vulnerabilities in traditional donation models, leading to nearly $400 million in losses in 2023 alone. Fraudsters impersonate contractors, create fake invoices, and divert funds, eroding donor trust and damaging charitable organizations. The need for a more transparent and efficient giving system is urgent, and decentralized giving—powered… Read More »
Unplanned pregnancies remain a public health and social issue in Canada, particularly in cities like Toronto. While statistics show a decline in unintended pregnancies, approximately 50% of pregnancies in Canada are still unplanned. Between 1990 and 2019, unintended pregnancy rates increased, though abortion rates declined. In Toronto, the pregnancy rate among women aged 15 to 49 has decreased… Read More »
My husband, the founder of this newspaper passed away in 2013. His life story is a chronicle of the fights he waged on behalf of others, those with less in life who were being victimized. He absolutely wanted Balita to carry on with his championing of the underdog, at all costs if need be. I can affirm that… Read More »