Of Trees and Forest

Credit to Author: Tempo Desk| Date: Tue, 28 Jan 2020 16:15:56 +0000

  A COUPLE of weeks ago, I had the opportunity to visit the school that was the site of my formative years, the Holy Child Catholic School. I went there to inaugurate, together with His Eminence Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle, an auditorium that we helped put up. It was an auspicious occasion because it coincided […]

Credit to Author: Tempo Desk| Date: Tue, 21 Jan 2020 16:15:40 +0000

  I HAVE always championed entrepreneurship as a key ingredient to national development. The economic history of many progressive countries has been built on the shoulders of entrepreneurs who understood the needs of the times and, using their imagination and skills, proceeded to help build nations. Some of them even changed the world, and the […]

Credit to Author: Tempo Desk| Date: Tue, 14 Jan 2020 16:15:59 +0000

  TAAL Volcano decided to start the new year with a bang. Well, not really a loud bang but a “steam-driven” eruption followed by a “magmatic” eruption. But it has disrupted the lives of our kababayans, especially those living near the picturesque volcano. Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) has raised alert Level 4 […]

Credit to Author: Tempo Desk| Date: Tue, 10 Dec 2019 16:30:01 +0000

  IN a span of one year, from November, 2018 to November, 2019, we lost three titans of industry in the Philippines – George Ty, Henry Sy, Sr., and John Gokongwei, Jr. These three iconic entrepreneurs helped build not just our economy but our nation as well. When they started their businesses which later grew […]

Credit to Author: Tempo Desk| Date: Tue, 03 Dec 2019 17:00:32 +0000

  THE opening ceremonies of the Southeast Asian Games was a spectacular display of Filipino culture, excellence and unity. Just like many of our countrymen, I felt so proud watching the dazzling performances that showcased our traditions and showed to the world what we are as a people. I commend the decision to showcase our […]

Credit to Author: Tempo Desk| Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2019 16:30:48 +0000

  I FIND it interesting that while Rizal Day remembers the death anniversary of Jose Rizal, Bonifacio Day, which we celebrate in a couple of days, commemorates the birth of Andres Bonifacio. I think its because while the death of Rizal is one that we might consider as heroic death, Bonifacio’s death is clouded in […]

Credit to Author: Tempo Desk| Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 16:45:05 +0000

  LAST November 12, 2019, the Villar SIPAG Foundation hosted the 9th OFW & Family Summit at the World Trade Center in Pasay City. It was attended by thousands of overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and their families. I was amazed at the success of the summit even on its 9th year. This is evidence I […]

Credit to Author: Tempo Desk| Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2019 16:45:54 +0000

  THERE is nothing more exciting than going up the stage and receiving that symbolic diploma. For many, it signifies the end of a particular chapter in their lives – preparing for the real world. Unfortunately, when you get to the “real world” well, reality sets in. And that reality will tell you that learning […]

Credit to Author: Tempo Desk| Date: Wed, 06 Nov 2019 13:19:14 +0000

  MINDANAO is reeling from a series of earthquakes that has jolted the daily lives of its residents. From July 9 to October 31, six strong quakes hit the Cotabato areas, most of which originating around Tulunan, Cotabato. One of the most powerful was the 6.6 jolt on October 29 and a 6.5-magnitude quake two […]

Credit to Author: Tempo Desk| Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2019 16:45:55 +0000

  IN my 21 years in politics, I have met a lot of public servants who have dedicated their lives to the service of our people. I admired quite a number of politicians for their abilities, their passion, and their vision for the country. But there are three giants of Philippine politics who stand out […]