Philippines

The Republic of Celebrities

The Republic of Celebrities

Before the deadline for the filing of certificates of candidacy passed yesterday, the usual train of politicians were seen flocking to the election offices. But in addition to these usual jokers, an unprecedented... 

What Filipinos Can Learn from Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia

What Filipinos Can Learn from Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia

We visited Kota Kinabalu, the capital city of the State of Sabah in Malaysia last weekend. These photos should make it obvious what the government and people of the Philippines can learn from this city... 

“Where Have All the Donations Gone?”

“Where Have All the Donations Gone?”

Where Have All the Donations Gone? (With apologies to Pete Seeger and Peter, Paul & Mary) Where have all the donations gone, long time waiting? Where have all the donations gone, not so long ago? Where... 

Flood relief work

Flood relief work

Last Thursday, October 1, Rachel’s school sent out over 200 staff and students in several teams to the surrounding areas hit by severe flooding caused by Tropical Storm “Ondoy” (“Ketsana”).... 

Flooding Backlash Against Government

Flooding Backlash Against Government

Just like many Filipinos, I’m seething mad and totally frustrated with the Philippine government’s neglect of the needs of its people, as seen again in this most recent flooding disaster. No...