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While the 2026 Barangay Elections approach on All Souls’ Day, the real "campaign" is the 2028 presidential race and the shadow of global conflict. With rising Middle East tensions threatening fuel supplies, this editorial argues that preserving life must remain humanity's priority over the lucrative, "stupid" business of war.
Only when we manufacture what we need and grow what we consume can we finally harvest a future that belongs to us.
As SM City CDO Uptown "glows up," a new political pairing looms: "LenBong." Could Leni Robredo and Bongbong Marcos unite for the 2028 elections? From the "Hoppers" movie to the haunting legacy of Ninoy Aquino, this piece explores the controversial "pinkish-yellow" future of Philippine politics and governance.
PHILIPPINE GOVERNANCE — As a generational handover unfolds, tensions rise between seasoned supervisors and Millennial staff. Critics cite "instant quitting," yet younger employees offer tech mastery and an impatience with corruption. The future of the bureaucracy depends on active mentorship—habits formed today will define leadership and public policy for decades.
"Fatty meat and water." This simple mantra became a shield against the processed-food sirens of S&R as I rebooted my strict carnivore journey this February 2026. Inspired by Dr. Anthony Chaffee’s "fatty meat and water" prescription, my path has been anything but linear—navigating the temptations of Centrio Mall's Big Bite and emotional eating episodes that banished my initial hopes to Siberia. Now, under the guidance of low-carb specialist Dr. Don Agcopra, I am trading the gym for rest and research, monitoring blood pressure while adjusting to the unique "side effects" of a zero-carb lifestyle. Coinciding with the 40th anniversary of People Power, this personal revolution isn't about politics, but about reclaiming health by finally kicking sugar and carbohydrates out of the daily menu for a significant 2026 upgrade.
Losing 50 pounds was just the start. Now, the transition to a strict carnivore diet—inspired by Dr. Anthony Chaffee—tests the limits of patience and discipline. In a world of "skin and bones" celebrity standards, the focus remains on building muscle and health through fatty meats and water. It's a "How to Train Your Dragon" journey where the struggle against ube cravings is real, but the goal of long-term vitality is worth the effort.
OPINION - Just as the country opens Women’s Month, the Halls of Congress echoed not with dignity, but with a brand of juvenile bravado more suited to a locker room. The recent spectacle of filibustering and smirking approval for mockery under the national seal proves that for some lawmakers, respect is still considered optional. It is time to stop turning the House into a comedy bar and start practicing real leadership.