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Before he passed away on November 13, 2025, Juan Ponce Enrile had avoided death numerous times, and on some occasions, he even reshaped the country to do it. thus.ph/65bf
November 18, 2025 at 10:25 AM
Oh, the monsters of Filipino folklore. You probably know of the ones that cut their bodies in half and fly off. But do you know of the ones that tickle you to death?

Read about them here: thus.ph/pv5t
October 29, 2025 at 9:03 AM
As suicide returns to the news cycle, it’s worth remembering that even if you’re not a mental health professional, there are some things you can do to help prevent it. thus.ph/c2j9
October 28, 2025 at 10:56 AM
Traditions met transformations, softness met strength, and heartache merged with humor at the inaugural Manila Fashion Week

Read more about it here: thus.ph/flq0

or check the link in our bio.

[Images c/o Chapters by Mayad]
October 23, 2025 at 3:58 AM
Discriminatory policies lead to indiscriminate harm—this is the message of @polishedjourno.bsky.social as she reads an excerpt of the opinion piece in which she discusses the legacies of Charlie Kirk and Rodrigo Duterte.

The rest of her essay is here: thus.ph/yl23
October 21, 2025 at 11:07 AM
One of the greatest dangers one can bring to the world is protection reserved only for a few. This, at least, is the theory of @polishedjourno.bsky.social as she traces the connection between Charlie Kirk and Rodrigo Duterte. thus.ph/yl23
October 14, 2025 at 10:55 AM
On the podcast, “Can I Come In?” Liza Soberano opened the doors to her troubled past. Some were surprised and were wondering why we’re only hearing about this now. Writer Karl R. De Mesa, however, wasn’t. He explains why while exploring the nature of delayed trauma here: thus.ph/tx36
September 5, 2025 at 10:58 AM
Here’s a sound idea: #drums made of locally sourced, readily available #bamboo. That’s what the #Solidrum is, a product of the collaboration between DOST-FPRDI and Tree:ty Drums and Woodwork.

Check out the offbeat project here: thus.ph/21rr
August 18, 2025 at 9:05 AM
A touch of “consumption” for you.

Inspired by Zach Cregger’s hit thriller #Weapons, we examine how that which we do not know can either dull fear or sharpen it. thus.ph/tnor
August 14, 2025 at 10:54 AM
Stressed out? Instead of asking #WWWD, maybe you can also ask "What Would [Enid] Do?" Because on the new season of #Wednesday on Netflix, the sunny Californian werewolf was pretty based when she suggested #boxbreathing as a solution to a high-pressure situation.

Here's why: thus.ph/r5b2
August 11, 2025 at 9:07 AM
Bakit mahalagang maglaan ng isang buwan para ipagdiwang ang ating wika:
August 1, 2025 at 8:51 AM
#SONA2025 : What the president said, what he didn't, and why both matter. thus.ph/skun
July 29, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Before Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. addresses the public for his fourth State of the Nation Address, join Karl R. De Mesa as he examines the speeches of past presidents and determines the makings of a good #sona thus.ph/8ugp
July 28, 2025 at 1:58 AM
What makes a good State of the Nation Address?

Ahead of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s 2025 #SONA, Karl R. De Mesa tries to answer this by examining the ways by which past presidents chose to address the Congress and the people who put them in power. thus.ph/8ugp
July 25, 2025 at 8:54 AM
Looking to donate to groups currently providing aid to Filipinos affected by heavy rains? We made a list of ongoing relief efforts: thus.ph/hkxz

#crisingph #crising
#habagat #habagatph
#dante #danteph
July 23, 2025 at 4:03 AM
The wife of Andy Bryon, Astronomer's former CEO, was a private individual until her husband was caught cheating on her at a Coldplay concert.

How does one cope in that situation? Here are some steps: thus.ph/su8t
July 22, 2025 at 10:59 AM
Since Drag Race Philippines: Slaysian Royale is premiering on August 13, 2025, we let our very own Drag Race enjoyer @wecomeinpieces.bsky.social geek out a bit and share some insights on what the queens might bring this season. thus.ph/o6ch

#DragRacePH #SlaysianRoyale #DragRace
July 18, 2025 at 9:08 AM
On the 50th anniversary of its release, we look back at "Maynila sa mga Kuko ng Liwanag"--the Lino Brocka masterpiece that remains relevant to this day. thus.ph/kuko-ng-liwa...
July 16, 2025 at 11:00 AM
As an army veteran, a mother of mixed-race kids, and a Filipino who legally migrated to the United States, writer Michelle Lavergne finds herself with enough reasons to stand up to her country’s current regime. thus.ph/no-kings-aus...
July 4, 2025 at 10:57 AM
On the heels of Pride Month, queer activists will keep on marching and our writer @wecomeinpieces.bsky.social looks at where they might be headed. thus.ph/fight-for-qu...
July 1, 2025 at 11:12 AM
You don't need to be a member of the LGBTQIA+ to appreciate stories written about them. To prove that, author Karl R De Mesa made a list of well-written novels that use queer characters to confront universal truths. thus.ph/queer-books
June 23, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Personal struggles & external pressures from a persistently patriarchal society can make some fathers less accepting of their queer children. But, there are ways for members of the LGBTQIA+ to build healthier relationships with them.

READ: thus.ph/articles/que...
June 15, 2025 at 9:05 AM
Our heroes did their part to make us an independent country. Now, it's our turn to maximize the independence they fought for: thus.ph/articles/hap...
June 12, 2025 at 10:56 AM
Is Pride Month still important for a country like the Philippines?

Yes. And here are the reasons why:
June 11, 2025 at 10:59 AM
“Love is about believing in what is fundamental… and that is equality.” This was the message of longtime LGBTQIA+ advocate Perci Cendaña as he joined the crowd at the #PrideNight2025 event of LoveYourself which was held to welcome Pride Month.

🎥 by Dan Payumo
June 1, 2025 at 11:03 AM