2020 is indeed one hell of a ride for all of us, and as we nearly close this awfully tragic year, we can’t hide our excitement to finish off this darkest chapter of our lives so far in the modern world. (Read: 2020 has just started, but we want it to end already) Shocking, nerve-wracking, and a rollercoaster adventure—these are just some words to describe this horrific year. It has been continuously ravaging life as we know it, in all of us, in all aspects—health, environment, education, and politics. The annual look back of 2020 nightmares might be a pain...

Christmas would not be completed without gifts, and as Filipinos, we value the essence of it not just as only part of our annual traditions but also as a perfect way to make the gesture even more meaningful. Perfectly-wrapped gifts are a sign that you truly give importance to people ‘cause you don’t want to spoil their excitement in opening their gifts. The pandemic happened, and we want to double our efforts to spread light and love this Christmas. One way to make someone else’s Christmas day special is by making beautiful gift wraps for your presents, and did you...

International day of Neutrality 2020, what is it? Neutrality—an act or a particular status defined by international law, of a State not a party to an armed conflict (Armed Conflict, International). This status entails specific rights and duties in the relationship between the neutral and the belligerent States (Belligerency), according to Oxford Public International Law. Photo courtesy of United Nations December 12th, marks the third year celebration of the International Day of Neutrality since the United Nations Assembly adopted without a vote resolution as introduced by the permanent nation of Turkmenistan which noted the link between the preservation of peace...

Stereotyping, body-shaming, racial discrimination, and stigma are some of the issues seen in the learning modules of the Department of Education (DepEd) which earned the public ire and dismay, isn’t it alarming? Over the past months, netizens have been sharing some photos containing ‘controversial’ questions from the modules that imply physical discrimination and gender-stereotyping, it eventually sparked many debates and talks in the country and even categorized by known women’s advocate group Gabriela as ‘backward and dangerous ideals’ approach in the system of learning. What are the issues evident in the learning module of DepEd?   BODY-SHAMING The issue of...

Yup, 2020 happened and some of our much-awaited Christmas highlights and attractions are going online! Known for its ‘magical’ shows and spectacle displays, the Ayala Triangle Gardens’ ‘Festival of Lights’ has launched its virtual edition for the first time after 11 years due to mass gathering restrictions. Unlike previous years, there will be no on-ground installation and the crowd’s annual tradition is going virtual bringing magic and hope to the comfort of our homes. (Read: The Gallery of Lights 2019 at Ayala Triangle Gardens) This year, Ayala’s Festival of Lights has three components, the first highlight is a 360-degree immersive video...