Indonesia’s government has faced scrutiny over its use of state funds to purchase sacrificial cattle for Eid al-Adha, but the country’s top Islamic authority has ruled the practice permissible under Islamic law. The Majelis Ulama Indonesia (MUI), the nation’s highest Islamic clerical body, issued a statement defending President Prabowo Subianto’s decision to allocate more than … Read more
For many shoppers navigating the current cost-of-living crisis, online marketplaces have become a go-to destination for affordable goods. However, one family’s recent purchase of educational flashcards from Temu resulted in an unexpected lesson that had little to do with standard curriculum. Loren Cudd, who purchased the flashcards to help her three-year-old son, Izayah, learn about … Read more
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has confirmed that the Philippines is actively seeking an Interpol Red Notice for Senator Ronald dela Rosa. This move is part of an intensifying effort to apprehend the lawmaker, who is sought under an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged crimes against humanity linked to … Read more
Beyond the Moisturizer: The Evolution of Winter Skin Resilience For years, the standard advice for winter skincare was simple: buy a thicker cream. But as our understanding of the skin microbiome and dermal architecture evolves, the industry is shifting. We are moving away from “covering up” dryness and toward a sophisticated, proactive approach to barrier … Read more
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. And PhilHealth President and CEO Edwin Mercado this month highlighted how the national health insurance program’s expanded benefit packages are delivering concrete improvements in healthcare access for millions of Filipinos. Through visits to two major private hospitals, they demonstrated how the reforms are reducing financial barriers for patients while strengthening partnerships … Read more
The Rise of the ‘Influencer Candidate’: From Reality TV to City Hall The boundary between entertainment and governance is blurring. While we’ve seen celebrities transition into politics before, the emergence of the “reality TV candidate” represents a fundamental shift in how political viability is measured. We see no longer just about legislative experience or party … Read more
The state-run Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has launched a ₱2.64 billion emergency loan program to support more than 108,000 members and pensioners impacted by recent natural disasters. According to a statement released on Friday night, May 8, the initiative is designed to provide immediate financial relief to those recovering from the effects of typhoons, … Read more
Governor Jose Gambito has announced the implementation of the Provincial Local Poverty Reduction Action Plan (LPRAP) in Nueva Vizcaya, emphasizing that closer collaboration between national agencies and local governments is “essential to ensuring poverty-alleviation programs respond directly to community needs.” The LPRAP operates as a bottom-up planning and prioritization mechanism. It consolidates projects identified by … Read more
MANILA, Philippines — Eleven vessels from the Philippines, United States, Japan, Australia, and Canada are participating in complex naval drills as part of the ongoing Multinational Maritime Event (MME). The exercises, which began on April 20, 2026, are designed to enhance interoperability and operational readiness among participating forces. Drills include Communication Checks, Photo Exercises, Coordinated … Read more
The High Stakes of Global Mobility in Professional Sports In the modern era of professional athletics, a player’s ability to perform on the field is often secondary to their ability to cross a border. As sports leagues become increasingly global, the “visa trap” has emerged as one of the most significant legal vulnerabilities for elite … Read more