Former President Rodrigo Duterte’s titular ‘War on Drugs’ left thousands dead, many without due process, sparking global outrage over human rights violations. With the International Criminal Court (ICC) pursuing charges of crimes against humanity, the Philippines faces a defining moment. Will Duterte be held accountable, or will the nation remain trapped in the denial of rightful justice?

Sa pagsapit ng Halalan 2025, siguradong punong-puno ng pangangampanya ang ating mga tanaw, online man o offline. Sa gitna ng ganitong ng uri ng pagkakalat ng impormasyon, iniimbitahan tayo bilang mga mamamayan na paninindigan ang ating bansa—sa pamamagitan ng pagiging kritikal sa mga kumakalat na propaganda, at sa pagpili ng mga kandidatong tunay na para sa masa.

PROBE: For more than fifty years now, Ateneo’s Higher Education has been following a co-educational (co-ed) scheme, allowing both men and women in their institution. Despite this, the academic year 2024-2025 marked the year that Ateneo’s Grade School and Junior High School opened their doors to their first-ever batch of female students. With the Basic Education schools undergoing the transition from being all-boys to co-ed, we must question: Can Ateneo truly prove itself to be a safe space for its women?

In the world of STEM, women have proved more than just scientific capability. The ‘Women in STEM’ movement has been a long-standing one, rooted in the omnipresent weight of gender-normative expectations engraved in history — and in commemoration of all the women who have persisted, and are persisting, against the dominance of societal standards, we are reminded that they are more than what these norms paint them to be.

The year 2024 marked the second year of the new administration—the Marcos-Duterte government. With the last year being characterized by various political controversies and scandals, 2025 invites us to look back and reflect on what has happened (and what was promised) as we all begin a new journey.

Senior year is often painted like a dream. A stepping stone in our life, and the last one of our basic education — the end of high school. We lose sight of the fact that the regular challenges of school remain, if not doubled in difficulty or amount.

In the wake of teenage pregnancy’s persistence in the country, Senate Bill 1979 was filed in hopes of battling the issue through sex education. What became of its proposal, however, was an uproar of government scrutiny — seemingly upholding the notion that opening the eyes of the youth to a “sensitive” topic would prove to be more detrimental than neglecting the issues engendered by the present inactivity.

The current generation has this idealized view of the “perfect,” love, which can come from social media or even our friends and family. Most of us would like to have relationships void of conflicts and hurdles, however it is easier said than done. The reality is, even the most “perfect” relationships have their fair share of conflicts that can even contribute to making it healthier in the end — telling us that love isn’t always what it seems.

The Philippines and China share a rich history, with significant cultural and economic exchange. However, current territorial disputes, particularly those impacting Filipino fishermen, pose significant challenges. How can we navigate this complex relationship, fostering cultural appreciation while safeguarding Philippine sovereignty and national interests?