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The Scent of New Books at the Fair, the Last Sigh of Vanishing Languages on the Other End

by Rita Bhowmick & Maruf Ul Alam (Dhaka Bureau) Thursday in Bangladesh presented a dual reality of the linguistic landscape. On one hand, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman was delivering a message of Bengalis’ global triumph at the National Book Fair;…

Sama-Bajau Weaving and Cultural Center Opens in Basilan, Strengthening Livelihoods and Safeguarding Cultural Heritage

Maluso, Basilan, Philippines — February 21, 2026. The Claret Samal Foundation Inc. (CSFI), in partnership with the Yellow Boat of Hope Foundation (YBH), proudly and happily announces the opening of the Sama-Bajau Weaving and Cultural Center in Sitio Teheman, Maluso, Basilan…

The Digital Comfort Trap: Technology, Lifestyle, and the Declining Health of the Next Generation

The world is witnessing an unprecedented surge in the use of gadgets, mobile applications, and artificial intelligence. From smart classrooms to AI-driven entertainment, technology has seamlessly integrated into every aspect of modern life. While these innovations promise convenience, efficiency, and…

Philippine Classic Novel Noli Me Tangere Set for Arabic Translation

The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) reaffirmed its support for expanding access to Philippine historical literature and research. It joined the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) and the Philippine Embassy in Baghdad in signing a…

Siayan Leaders and Communities Join Forces to Tackle Poverty

Siayan, Zamboanga del Norte – Friends of Saint Mary MacKillop, Inc. (FSMMI), a Philippine-based nonprofit dedicated to empowering marginalized children and youth, has officially launched Phase 1 of its Zero Poverty PH 2030 program in Siayan, Zamboanga del Norte. As…

Multisectoral Collaboration Brings Hope and Nourishment to Mangyan Children in Oriental Mindoro, Philippines

Bansud, Oriental Mindoro — A coalition of faith-based organizations, civil society groups, and local government units formally launched on February 2, 2026 the HAPAG MANGYAN: Hunger to Hope 2.0 Project Kiddie Star, a collaborative initiative aimed at addressing hunger and…

Civil Society Vocal on Protecting Bangladesh’s Wetlands

Demands for Political Will and Inter-Ministerial Coordination by Rita Bhowmik (Dhaka Bureau) Ahead of the upcoming 13th National Parliamentary Election in Bangladesh, eminent citizens and environmentalists have issued a stern demand to the government to protect the country’s endangered haors…

Conferring the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace upon Madam Graca Machel is Honouring the Struggle for Self-Rule and the Protection of Human Rights

Dedicating her life to improving the lives of vulnerable communities by creating a more just and equitable society for all, and the struggle for self-rule and protection of human rights has paved the path for conferring the ‘Indira Gandhi Prize…

Green Guardians III: University-Driven Restoration of Middle Quezon Hill Eco Zone for Sustainable Urban Ecology

By Christine S. Luyosen and Josefa P. Dampilag/Editor: Dr. Genevieve B. Kupang  Marking the third consecutive phase of community engagement, the Graduate School of Baguio Central University intensified its commitment to environmental stewardship at Quezon Hill Eco Zone. Following the…

BCU and Barangay Middle Quezon Hill Forge Volunteer Partnership for Eco-Spiritual Stewardship

The foundation of sustainable community development lies in the synergy among various stakeholders, particularly the bridge between academic expertise and local governance. Preceding the formalization of the partnership on November 5, 2025, consultative engagements and the drafting of a Memorandum…

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