Category: Opinion
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Taro Plants: Developments in the Supply Chain
I know the title is weird right now, so let me explain. An hour ago, I was watching the latest episode of Chief of War on Apple TV, where Kamehameha was teaching the kids about ‘oha, the offshoot of the taro plant, and how that word is at the root…
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An Open Letter to Travelers Who Love the World as Much as I Do
A dear friend who recently conquered med school is now discovering the joys of traveling. He’s been hopping from country to country, spending a few days at most in each, and sending me photos of his wild adventures. While I am happy for him, ultimately we had to have a…
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11 Blessings of Modern Life: A Woman’s Perspective
I know it sometimes feels like guilt to acknowledge your blessings. Because the moment you become aware of how good you have it, you can’t unsee how many others don’t. But you know what? In these times, when opening the news feels like bracing for another wave of bad headlines,…
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“Why Is This News?!”—In 2025, Let’s Say Goodbye and Good Riddance to Irrelevant News Articles
Celebrity scandals. Questionable red carpet outfits. A headline about someone’s $30 avocado toast. Cue the chorus in the comments section: “Why is this news?!” If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. It’s frustrating to expect serious journalism from a platform you follow for “real news” only to see fluff clogging…
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What the U.S. and Philippine Elections Reveal: Celebrity Influence Doesn’t Matter
Today, I want to dive into something completely new for my blog: the (un)surprising similarities between presidential voting results in the US and the Philippines, particularly the effect of celebrity endorsements.
When King Writes 