As soon as I entered the Kalayaan Centre on the evening of June 10, I was ready for CARTAS DE AMOR together with the full-packed audience! Background: The play Cartas de Amor meaning Love Letters, created by Josephine Roces Chavez, presents the tragic tale of romance between our national hero, Jose Rizal, and his greatest love – Leonor… Read More »
Circumstances beyond control made me put off for the next Balita issue (June 16-31, 2023) the column I was working on. In its stead, I am putting forward two published stories I have written in the distant past. ***** First, rest assured that the recent display of Victoria Day fireworks was as magical and mystical as always. I… Read More »
Ni Edwin Esteba Akala yata nila kami ay bangko Bawat tawag nila pwede sila magwidraw Hindi nila iniisip mga ofw nagsasakripisyo Upang makapagpadala ng sustento Sino ba gustong umalis ng pilipinas? Kung sa abroad hirap ay makakaranas Sa mga dahas kailangan pang umiwas Minsan iyong iba hindi nakakatakas Minsan mga ofw ay inyo rin tanungin Pag aabroad ano… Read More »
“But you should remember that in order that our efforts may not be in vain, that our counsels may be heard, and our hopes realized, it is indispensable that we harmonize our acts with the principles of right and justice, by learning to triumph over our enemies and yet to still our evil passions!” – Antonio Luna The… Read More »
Most of us, the First Batch of Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (PLM) who started schooling in 1967, are now enjoying some of life’s comforts, but occasionally, we remember the kind of hardships we experienced back then. Despite this life’s blessings, we cannot help but recall our days in the late 60s when we had to study as… Read More »
Many studies were conducted regarding the benefits of active engagement with music throughout the lifespan, particularly among children and youth. One of the studies authored by Susan Hallam, published in researchgate.net, investigated the impact of music on the intellectual, social and personal development of children and young people. Her paper revealed that children who were exposed and learned… Read More »
Networking Can Be as Comfortable as Having a Garage Sale When I hear someone say, “I hate networking,” I wonder why anyone would dislike something that offers many benefits, most notably more job and business opportunities, broader knowledge, faster career advancement, and higher status. Generally, people who make networking a daily habit have an easier time finding employment.… Read More »
In today’s unbridled consumerism, one is mesmerized to feel special by buying the latest devices, clothes, shoes, bags, watches, fancy cars, and huge houses in upscale neighborhoods. And why not, if one can actually afford it. However, and unfortunately so, many struggle to look like they have what they don’t. Just ask the credit card companies. How people… Read More »
Many approach the subject of retirement understandably, with mixed feelings. Some look forward to it, while others dread it. Fear if one can afford to retire, fear on what to do when one retires, fear of the loss of importance, status, or identity brought about by the job. The higher one is on the corporate ladder, the more… Read More »
Autism, or clinically known as autism spectrum disorder or ASD, is a developmental disorder with symptoms that appear within the first three years of life. Autism appears in different forms with varying levels of severity and each person with autism experiences their own unique strengths, symptoms, and challenges. Psychiatrists and clinicians recognize two main symptoms of autism: (a)… Read More »