God needs to prune us
THE gospel reading for the Mass on the 5th Sunday of Easter, Year B, talks about Christ telling his disciples that he is the true vine and God is the vine grower. Every branch...
Flaws to hunger
People wonder why we are lacking in rice supply despite sound statistical figures showing an increase in rice production. One factor being considered for this national malady is the depletion of arable lands that...
Overindulgence
It is not good to eat too much honey, nor is it honorable to search out matters that are too deep.- Proverbs 25:27
This proverb equates overindulgence in honey with delving too deeply into matters....
The significance of cultivating a side hustle in today’s world
In an era marked by economic uncertainty and rapidly evolving job markets, the concept of a side hustle has emerged as a beacon of opportunity for many. A side hustle, often referred to as...
Confiscate and destroy
From time to time, we hear of voluminous illegal drugs being confiscated by drug agents, sometimes amounting to billions in worth. We usually rejoice because those prohibited drugs were caught before their likely distribution...
Socmed’s failure
Social media platforms have become an integral part of modern life, offering connection, entertainment, and information at our fingertips. However, their failure to effectively combat online scammers is a glaring flaw that puts innocent...