Pope Francis’ legacy in bridging science and faith
Since the start of his papacy in 2013, Pope Francis has been an advocate for scientific research and environmental protection.
Urban quicksand: Can Manila Bay reclamation ever be green?
So-called “green reclamation” efforts suggest that more sustainable methods could be explored to conduct reclamation projects, or that perhaps rehabilitation can co-exist with reclamation. However, rehabilitation and reclamation are two distinct concepts that do not easily go hand in hand.
Ecosystems remain collateral damage amid armed conflict
The Philippines’ ongoing conflict with the New People’s Army highlights the destructive impact of war on the environment, even long after hostilities cease.
Making sense of the Philippines’ rising HIV cases
World AIDS Day has been commemorated every December 1st for more than 30 years now to highlight the efforts toward curbing the threat of HIV/AIDS and to remember the lives lost due to inaction both past and present.
Growing up below the poverty line, street children’s health suffers the consequences
The way the Philippines as a country is faring in terms of maintaining children’s nutrition—particularly the children in more vulnerable economic situations—needs to be reviewed.