“Humanism is the belief that we can live good lives without religious or superstitious beliefs.”– British Humanist Association At a family gathering a few months after the World Health Organization officially declared the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, I sat at a table with relatives and friends who were heaping praises on God for ending
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“Teaching is not about answering questions but about raising questions – opening doors for them in places that they could not imagine.” – Yawar Baig HAPI-Bulacan actively caters to the next generation and makes events carefully tailored to improve their cognitive and emotional skills. The chapter organized the kids to gather and socialize last March
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Earlier this year, drag entertainer Pura Luka Vega performed at a bar dressed as the Black Nazarene and lip-synced to a remix of the ‘Ama Namin’ (Our Father). Videos were posted online and, as you probably know, all hell broke loose. The internet became a keyboard warrior’s dream come true as comments between the extremely
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In a world filled with challenges, there are always opportunities to offer support and encouragement to individuals embarking on a new path. Over the course of three consecutive weeks, HAPI-Bulacan led by Mutya Valenzuela, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of HAPI, in collaboration with GO Humanity through its food security program, organised feeding programs for the
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From Fear To Fascination by Glemir P. Sordilla Bacolod City The concept of fear has since plagued the human mind of its existence. How come something has the ability to make you tremble and make you feel dread? To explain fear is complicated it is the uneasiness or the feeling that something bad is
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Guidelines on the Ethical Use of Language by Junelie Anthony Velonta Dumaguete City Language, something so inherently human, has many times been used to manipulate people. From false news and data to words of hate and division, the unethical use of language has increased dramatically. The internet does not help with this. With the
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Stuck In Reverse by Rachelle Charlaine Cebu City I had an average Distinction grade in Bachelor of Visual Arts at Monash University, I was invited by the Dean to dinner for top students, but I could not finish the remaining two years because of family issues regarding having a relationship with a Muslim student there.
Written by Maimai-addi Aydinan February 22, 2020 Muntinlupa City, Philippines My man has always been self-conscious about some of his physical traits. He has gynecomastia, man-boobs, which has always caused him to be the butt of jokes among friends. Truth be told, I find it attractive. When we met, he didn’t come across as effeminate.
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Someone might have read a quote on the internet that says, “Volunteers are not paid not because they are worthless but because they are priceless,” that much is true. Heartwarming support, generous donors and passionate volunteers are the ingredients in cooking fruitful and successful events. Recognizing all the people behind every plan is a must
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