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Baguio Scene: Art Heals

What is art? It may be an expression of the soul. It may be in song, poetry, drama, design, dance, crafts, writing, drawing, illustrating, painting and many other media. It is as varied as the...

The mystical sounds of T’boli bells to ward off evil spirits

As   T’boli bells  are  believed  to turn away misfortune, negative energy, and malevolent entities. every Filipino should have at least one piece in their possession   to protect them from the evil...

What’s so “comfortable” about Communication?

“Mas komportable, kaya Comm ang course ko.” It’s a line often tossed around by those who barely grasp the complexities of a discipline that has long been stereotyped as the refuge of people who love...

In Memoriam: Randy Felix Malayao (29 August 1969 – 30 January 2019)

“Years of detention seem eternal yet I have decided to be just philosophical about this. I thought should strive to “bloom where I am planted,”. Words from slain peace activist  Randy Malayao lifted...

The Path to Good Mental Health

I wonder how people know what they want in life and sort of, get the good out of life – career wise and all. I envy those of a young age who know what they want out of life. Well, maybe so and...

Investigative Journalism: So What?

Often, the irritating question, “So what?” dumbfounds those who tread the path of Investigative Journalism (IJ). An investigative piece starts out simple, with the trusty 5 W’s and 1 H, and then it...

The flawed “consent”  in Nueva Vizcaya mining dispute

  “Enough is enough. Let us now raise our voices louder and demand accountability.” Bayombong Catholic Bishop Jose Elmer  Mangalinao   warned of worsening ecological damage in Nueva Vizcaya as he...

Using Your Voice Wisely in the Age of Social Media

These days, it seems everyone is a broadcaster. With a smartphone in hand and a strong Wi-Fi signal, anyone can go live, upload a reel, or share an opinion with the world in seconds. As a...

Reason for Being

Trigger warning: This column mentions talks about mental health, mental illness, trauma, psychoses and suicide. If you find yourself triggered, reach out to a mental health professional or call 911...

Table for 1 Please

I recently had the honor to pamper myself by eating food I wanted more than I needed. I came to Amar’e La Cucina. Hep,hep,hep, they didn’t pay me neither do they know I’m writing...

Opinion

Hope against hope

Trigger warning: The following article may contain sensitive topics on suicide and mental health. Reader discretion is advised. If you ...

When overnight roads are possible

A few weeks before the May 2025 midterm elections, road improvements were announced along our street in Baguio. Like most residents, ...

Baguio Scene: Art Heals

What is art? It may be an expression of the soul. It may be in song, poetry, drama, design, dance, ...

The mystical sounds of T’boli bells to ward off evil spirits

As   T’boli bells  are  believed  to turn away misfortune, negative energy, and malevolent entities. every Filipino should have at least one piece in their ...
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