By Farah G. Decano   THE Philippines' long-standing struggle with flooding raises a critical question: are our flood control projects truly effective, or are they merely haphazard, politically-motivated undertakings? Many current projects seem to be chosen from a standard menu of schemes, implemented without a comprehensive, science-backed plan. This reactive…

By Farah G. Decano   ​PRESIDENT Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. recently took a firm public stance against allegedly anomalous flood control projects - a move interpreted as a calculated maneuver.  This action has raised questions about whether it is a strategic attempt to divert public attention from the failed impeachment…

By Farah G. Decano   ​THE collision between a People's Liberation Army Navy ship and a Chinese Coast Guard vessel—while they were busy chasing a "puny" Philippine skipper—was a global spectacle. Unfortunately for China, the impact was more than a fender-bender at sea; it was a full-blown face-plant heard 'round…

By Farah G. Decano ​ THE popularity of shows like Encantadia Chronicles and the classic  Maria Clara at Ibarra on GMA TV is good for our culture. It is not just entertainment but education for younger Filipinos on the rich, traditional form of our language. The old Filipino, with its archaic…

By Farah G. Decano ​ THE man I knew as Tito Ermin was a paradox. Despite the tough, hard-hitting image he projected, he possessed a surprising and rare sensitivity in his interactions with others, myself included. While many mature men, the  "feeling men" and the "pamintas" — found my stubborn…