Posts by the Editorial Team
The Ripple Effect of Middle East Conflict: Impact on Philippine MSMEs, Cooperatives, and Nonprofits
Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are the backbone of the Philippine economy, employing a significant majority of the workforce and contributing substantially to local and national development. Amidst the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and the resulting surge in fuel prices, MSMEs in the Philippines are particularly vulnerable. These businesses, which range from…
Read MoreSuits Against Gambling Debts
With Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) making headlines due to the government’s impending ban, it’s timely to talk about gambling. Gambling affects countless Filipinos. It often leads to devastating debts, cycle of poverty, legal complications, and fractured family dynamics. Based on information from business groups, POGO in particular, seems to not really contribute significantly to…
Read MoreRemembering La Liga Filipina: The Right to Freedom of Expression
Can you say or express whatever you want? –– Our Constitution guarantees the freedom of expression that protects us from the government impinging our rights to speak, oppose, criticize and express. But it does not give us the right to express whatever we want. Freedom of expression is our spotlight this July because we commemorate…
Read MoreLaws on Flag and Language
In the vibrant tapestry of the Philippines’ culture, our national language and flag are pivotal to our nation’s identity and history. Yet not many know that there are laws about them, and that violations of which have consequences. In celebration of Independence Day, we would like to share the laws concerning our flag and language…
Read MoreLaws for the Working Mothers
The workforce has witnessed women across all industries, often leading or excelling. Most of these women workers are also wives and/or mothers. Both—paid work and motherhood—demand women to make sacrifices to meet the needs and priorities at the workplace or at home. Their hard work and sacrifice drive this country’s progress. In celebration of both Labor Day…
Read MoreWhen not telling the truth is illegal
The images are sourced from https://pixabay.com/ with note that they are “Free for use under the Pixabay Content License”. In the observance of Holy Week, we reflect not only on moments of redemption and forgiveness but also on the importance of telling the truth to fight injustice. When there’s legal duty to tell the truth, lying, presenting false…
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