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Manila, Philippines—In the third quarter of 2016, the Philippines was one of the fastest growing economies in Southeast Asia at 7.1% GDP growth, according to the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA). Among the Asian economies, the Philippines placed second behind India. “Our economy’s strong growth in the third quarter

Photo Collage: Hendrix Vargas By Renselyn Estipular The 2016 Philippine presidential elections’ campaigning has reached fever pitch; the elections are definitely almost here. Presidentiables Jojo Binay, Digong Duterte, Grace Poe, Mar Roxas, and Miriam Defensor-Santiago continue to make their last pitches, which, for the ordinary Pinoy, make it even more

Today is Ash Wednesday, which ushers in the 40-day Lenten Season. By Trisha Mendoza Home is the most private place where we reveal our real selves and make mistakes, where we say sorry and get second chances; it’s where we forgive and love.  It’s also at home where our families