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Senator Alan Peter Cayetano has been elected as the new Senate President, succeeding former Senate President Tito Sotto III following a 13-9 vote in the upper chamber. A seasoned legislator and lawyer, Cayetano’s extensive career includes serving as the 22nd Speaker of the House and the Secretary of Foreign Affairs. His election marks a significant shift in leadership as he transitions from his recent role as the Senate Minority Leader for the 20th Congress.

TAGUAN NG FEELINGS

​Kahit kilala ang mga Pilipino sa pagiging emosyonal, marami pa rin ang nahihirapang magsabi ng kanilang nararamdaman dahil sa hiya, takot sa paghuhusga, at kakulangan ng tamang espasyo para magpahayag. Dahil dito, umusbong ang mga inisyatibo gaya ng Comfort Cards®, isang card game na naglalaman ng mga katanungang makatutulong upang mas madaling mailahad ng mga manlalaro ang kanilang mga nararamdaman. Patunay ito na ang usapan tungkol sa emosyon ay dapat maging bahagi ng ating pang-araw-araw na pamumuhay, dahil minsan, sapat na ang isang simpleng tanong at sagot para sa mas malalim na pag-unawa sa ating sarili.

HOUSE IMPEACHES VP SARA

For the second time, the House of Representatives has voted to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte, with 255 lawmakers voting in favor, 26 against, and 9 abstaining.

The impeachment complaint will now move to the Senate, which will convene as an impeachment court for trial.

Manghuhuli ng rock-type pokemon

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MISALIGNED PATHS

Around 30% of Filipino graduates end up in jobs unrelated to what they studied—a reality shaped by decisions made as early as 17. Without enough guidance or clear information, many are left to navigate paths they didn’t fully choose or understand.

“LESS IS MORE,” BUT DOES THAT APPLY IN FILIPINO HOMES?

In the Philippines, keeping things is often shaped by necessity, not excess. Limited space, uncertain resources, and strong emotional ties turn everyday objects into something more than just clutter. In this context, minimalism is not about having less, but about finding balance within the realities people live in.

Scroll through any social media feed today and fitness is impossible to ignore. Morning run stories, gym selfies, and “what I eat in a day” videos now dominate most algorithms, sitting beside memes and travel photos.

Wellness, once considered an ultraspecific niche interest reserved for athletes and enthusiasts, has officially gone mainstream, and social media has played a major role in making that happen.

Social media is starting to reshape fitness culture — here’s how On any given day, someone somewhere is pressing “start” on a workout, not in a gym, but on their phone. Fitness no longer lives behind closed doors. Instead, it lives online.

BREADCRUMBING TURNS CASUAL TEXTS TO LASTING EMOTIONAL DAMAGE

What seems like harmless, occasional messages can reflect a pattern of keeping someone interested without real intention or commitment. As this behavior becomes more common in online dating, it reshapes how people view connection, often blurring the line between attention and genuine affection. Breadcrumbing is not just a trend, but a form of emotional manipulation that can leave lasting effects on individuals

In a country where poverty is rampant, stories of starting small and suddenly succeeding feel inspiring and miraculous. But not all success stories are ethical; some even appear too good to be true.

When wealth grows seemingly too fast, too quietly, and appears not to be proportional to real work or creation, it ceases to be inspirational and starts raising uncomfortable questions.

From Siomai to Show Cause Order: “Siomai Kings” alleged ties to ghost flood projects In a country where poverty is rampant, stories of starting small and suddenly succeeding feel inspiring and miraculous. But not all success stories are ethical; some even appear too good to be true…

Happy Mother's Day!

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