Category: Current News
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McDonald’s Shift Priorities Away from DEI: A Sign of the Changing Times?
McDonald’s has announced a significant reduction in its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, citing a combination of legal pressures, consumer backlash, and a shift towards more business-focused practices. This decision follows the Supreme Court’s 2023 ruling against race-centric admissions and reflects a broader trend among major corporations like Walmart and Ford to reassess their…
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SB 1979: Another Attempt at Institutionalizing The Great Reset In The Philippines
Just last week, Senate Bill No. 1979 (SB 1979), known as the “Prevention of Adolescent Pregnancy Act of 20231, was on its way to second reading. Today, at least five senators in the Philippines, have withdrawn their support for the bill citing concerns raised by constituents and stakeholders regarding its provisions.2 One of the contentious…
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Addressing the Philippines’ Education Crisis: The Need for Early Learning and Social Interaction
According to a 2019 SEA-PLM report, one out of every ten Filipino Grade 5 pupils cannot read, and two out of every ten lack basic math skills, showing deficiencies in elementary education. The Philippines performed worse in reading and math than most Southeast Asian countries, outperforming only Laos. Early childhood education is vital, yet only…
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Madness: Transgender ideology has enabled people to ‘identify’ as amputees
The article argues that transgender ideology has led some individuals to identify as amputees, reflecting a broader trend of self-identification that extends beyond traditional gender categories. According to the article, this phenomenon is part of a societal shift where personal feelings and beliefs about identity take precedence over biological realities. The author raises concerns about…
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Gen Alpha Language Baffles Older Generations: A Cultural Revival or a Sign of A Declining Civilization?
The article examines the emergence of slang among Generation Alpha, the cohort born after 2010, highlighting their unique linguistic trends that often baffle older generations. Terms like “skibidi,” “gyatt,” and “fanum tax” have quickly proliferated through platforms like TikTok and Twitch, creating a distinct vocabulary that is both niche and insular. This rapid evolution of…
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The Transgender Narrative is Crumbling
The article discusses the ongoing decline of the transgender narrative, highlighting how recent developments and public discourse are challenging previously accepted beliefs about gender identity. It notes that increasing skepticism towards gender ideology is emerging from various sectors, including medical professionals and parents, who are questioning the efficacy and safety of gender-affirming treatments for minors.…
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Philippines Turn to Online Learning to Improve PISA Scores: What Could Go Wrong?
The Department of Education (DepEd) in the Philippines has signed a memorandum of agreement with Khan Academy Philippines to enhance Filipino students’ performance in the Program for International Student Assessment (PISA). Education Secretary Sonny Angara emphasized the need for improved internet connectivity to facilitate the use of Khan Academy, an online learning platform that aims…
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Educators in Exodus: The Philippines Faces a Teacher Crisis
The Department of Education (DepEd) in the Philippines is alarmed by the increasing number of public school teachers seeking job opportunities abroad, prompting the establishment of a new Cabinet cluster on education. Education Secretary Juan Edgardo Angara highlighted the urgency of addressing deep-seated issues within the education sector, noting that many teachers are leaving for…
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Christians Cry Foul After “Hypersexualized, Blasphemous” Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony
The opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympics has ignited significant controversy due to a performance that featured drag queens reenacting the Last Supper, which many deemed disrespectful to Christian values. Critics, including Turkish President Tayyip Erdoğan and Kansas City Chiefs player Harrison Butker, condemned the portrayal as blasphemous and immoral, highlighting the inclusion of…
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Controversy in Olympics Boxing Sparks Debate: What Is A Woman?
The controversy surrounding the participation of Algerian boxer Imane Khelif and Taiwanese boxer Lin Yu-ting in the women’s boxing competition at the 2024 Paris Olympics has reignited the debate over allowing transgender women and biological males to compete against women in sports. Although neither Khelif nor Lin identifies as transgender, they have faced scrutiny regarding…
