International day of Neutrality 2020, what is it? Neutrality—an act or a particular status defined by international law, of a State not a party to an armed conflict (Armed Conflict, International). This status entails specific rights and duties in the relationship between the neutral and the belligerent States (Belligerency), according to Oxford Public International Law. Photo courtesy of United Nations December 12th, marks the third year celebration of the International Day of Neutrality since the United Nations Assembly adopted without a vote resolution as introduced by the permanent nation of Turkmenistan which noted the link between the preservation of peace...

Stereotyping, body-shaming, racial discrimination, and stigma are some of the issues seen in the learning modules of the Department of Education (DepEd) which earned the public ire and dismay, isn’t it alarming? Over the past months, netizens have been sharing some photos containing ‘controversial’ questions from the modules that imply physical discrimination and gender-stereotyping, it eventually sparked many debates and talks in the country and even categorized by known women’s advocate group Gabriela as ‘backward and dangerous ideals’ approach in the system of learning. What are the issues evident in the learning module of DepEd?   BODY-SHAMING The issue of...

Yup, 2020 happened and some of our much-awaited Christmas highlights and attractions are going online! Known for its ‘magical’ shows and spectacle displays, the Ayala Triangle Gardens’ ‘Festival of Lights’ has launched its virtual edition for the first time after 11 years due to mass gathering restrictions. Unlike previous years, there will be no on-ground installation and the crowd’s annual tradition is going virtual bringing magic and hope to the comfort of our homes. (Read: The Gallery of Lights 2019 at Ayala Triangle Gardens) This year, Ayala’s Festival of Lights has three components, the first highlight is a 360-degree immersive video...

Did you know that there’s a specific day in a year that we celebrate televisions? In 1996, the United Nations general assembly declared November 21 as the ‘World Television Day’. The UN recognized television as having an increased impact on decision making as well as being an ambassador for the entertainment industry.   Photo courtesy of United Nations   Television is part of our lives. It’s a symbol of communication and globalization that educates, informs, entertains, and influences our decisions and opinions from time to time, isn’t it fantastic that a square-shaped non-living thing object plays a vital role in...

Filipinos are known to be humorous and talented, and it’s no secret that many of our kababayan all around the world are living under the spotlight. Well, whenever we hear stories of victory and bravery, it boosts our spirit and uplifts our confidence as if we too are part of that triumphant moment—it’s in the blood, not a question, we’re FILIPINO! As one of the most cheerful and happiest nations on earth, other nationalities admire us highly, and today, as we celebrate ‘National Kindness Day’, we will list down some of the best PINOY traits we are known and celebrated...