Letters from the Editor
Articles
Blooms in the Desert: The Thriving Filipino Artists of Dubai
We’ve always had a different image of what an OFW life in the Middle East looks like. While some depictions we see in mainstream media are still true to this day, an emerging generation of young artists in Dubai is painting a different picture that best represents the infusion of creativity in their lives abroad. Danabelle Gutierrez brings us into the art-advocating city of DXB, where it is no mirage to see Filipino artists thrive in strong and supportive art communities.
When Filipino Kids Can’t Speak Filipino
Whether it’s your own children, their classmates at school or someone else’s kid at the grocery store, we’ve been hearing a lot of Pinoy children speaking more in English and less in their native tongue. We explore this current trend among Filipino kids and its possible roots and probable consequences on the future of our national language and identity as a people.
LITTLE BOYS
Once upon a time, there were little boys. And they were meant to transcend the once-upon-a-time story of The Man.
To Have And To Vote
For better or for trapo, for richer or for (an ill-gotten wealth that made us all) poorer, in fake news and in health… wives share what it’s like to be in marriage during, arguably, the most divisive election in Philippine history.
S.Y. 2KNEW - 2KNORMAL
A public school teacher reflects with honesty and hope on the conditions of a “pandemic education” in the Philippines - in all of its complicated third world glory.
(The Digital) Survival of the Fittest
Fitness programs have migrated online due to the lack of gyms and places for physical activities. It has its ups and downs but trainers find themselves pivoting to cater to the needs of the market.