Be mindful of Rizal’s ideals, Lorenzana reminds Pinoys

MANILA – Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana on Thursday reminded Filipinos to be mindful of Dr. Jose Rizal’s ideals, courage, and his ultimate sacrifice, as the country marks...

Limasawa typhoon victims homeless but not hopeless

LIMASAWA, Southern Leyte – Typhoon Odette’s fierce winds destroyed houses and shattered the livelihood of thousands of residents in this small island, but their will to rise...

Slip, slop, slurp! The surprising science of sunscreen, sand and ice cream

So you want to be a music producer? You can learn the skills online to do it at home

This article is part of a series explaining how readers can learn the skills to take part in activities that academics love doing as part of...

5 things to know about Mary, the mother of Jesus

Mary, the mother of Jesus, is unquestionably the senior saint within the Christian tradition. Yet we know remarkably little about her. In the New Testament, there...

Feeling stressed? It’s ‘a bit weird’, but tapping helps – and it’s easy to learn

This article is part of a series explaining how readers can learn the skills to take part in activities that academics love doing as part of...

Digital toys for kids you don’t have to feel guilty about 

Guilt has perhaps always been part of selecting and giving gifts for children at Christmas. However, in 2021, after two years of increased screen time for...

Home for the holidays and worried about an older relative? Make observations, not assumptions

With the second holiday season of the pandemic upon us, many people will have the opportunity to rejoin family and friends for celebrations. The pandemic has...

Why the 19-year-old Diocese of Novaliches is unique

Miracles and magic: the dual stories at the heart of Christmas

Christmas, at least in Western countries like Australia, brings together diverse myths and European traditions. Santa magically produces and delivers presents to the entire world in...