A fourth impeachment complaint has been filed against Vice President Sara Duterte, differing from previous attempts by centering on allegations regarding her Statements of Assets, Liabilities and Net Worth (SALN). The 69-page verified complaint was filed on February 18 and transmitted to the office of Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III the following day. Focus on … Read more
The Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) announced plans to expand its Guaranteed and Accessible Medications for Outpatient Treatment (Gamot) program nationwide before the end of 2026. The announcement was made by PhilHealth spokesman Dr. Israel Pargas on Thursday. Expanding Access to Outpatient Care The Gamot program aims to provide members with up to P20,000 worth … Read more
The Rise of the “Fake Professional”: A Growing Threat to Trust and the Legal System A recent case in Victoria, Australia, has brought into sharp focus a disturbing trend: individuals fraudulently presenting themselves as qualified professionals. A woman has been charged with practicing as legal counsel without a law degree, allegedly earning over $1.4 million … Read more
The Quiet Revolution: How Surrender is Becoming a Radical Act of Self-Empowerment In a world obsessed with independence and “having it all,” a counter-narrative is gaining traction. Christina Marullo’s upcoming book, The Beauty of Submission, currently a #1 Best Seller in Faith on Amazon and #1 Recent Release in the Women’s category, taps into a … Read more
NZ Sharemarket Navigates Inflation Concerns and Shifting Rate Expectations The New Zealand sharemarket experienced a third consecutive day of decline as investors await the Reserve Bank’s latest monetary policy statement. While no immediate change to the Official Cash Rate (OCR) is anticipated, the market is keenly focused on the central bank’s assessment of inflation and … Read more
Auckland Council is undertaking a major effort to remove pest fish from Te Wai Ōrea / Western Springs Lake, utilizing an electric fishing boat to stun and collect unwanted species. The operation, which began this week, aims to improve water quality and protect native freshwater life. Pest Fish Removal Underway The council team is targeting … Read more
A Hawke’s Bay woman is creating a space for widows to connect after experiencing profound loss herself. Shelley Gilmartin is organizing a meet-up for widows in Napier on February 20th, after a Facebook post garnered a significant response from women across the country and even internationally. Finding Connection After Loss Gilmartin’s journey began with the … Read more
The Hidden Costs of Entrepreneurship: Why Small Business Stress is Rising The life of a small business owner is often romanticized, but a new report from Xero reveals a stark reality: a significant rise in stress levels. A concerning 75% of New Zealand small business owners surveyed reported feeling more stressed this financial year than … Read more
New Zealand’s Shifting Demographics: A Looming Talent Crisis? New Zealand experienced a net loss of 40,030 citizens in 2025, according to Stats NZ estimates. This outflow, whereas similar to periods following the Global Financial Crisis, isn’t as severe as the departures seen in 2011-12, which coincided with the Canterbury earthquakes and a strong Australian economy. … Read more
British entrepreneur and podcaster Steven Bartlett, creator of the global platform “Diary of a CEO” (DOAC), has sparked conversations around ambition, leadership, and well-being in the digital age – discussions that resonate strongly with Filipinos navigating multiple side hustles, remote work, and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven changes in education and business. Navigating a Changing Landscape Filipinos … Read more