Teenage pregnancy is a worldwide issue, but in the Philippines, it is viewed as a national social emergency. According to the United Nations Population Fund the Philippines has one of the highest teenage pregnancy rates among the ASEAN member states. An average of 64,000 teenage girls, age 18 and below, give birth every year with...
Waste is piling up in different parts of Asia. The open dumpsites in India and the Philippines, and small mountains of trash along the streets of Cambodia are just some indications of the waste crisis in this region. To give you an idea of just how bad it is, East Asia Pacific alone is responsible...
In case you missed it, there’s an environmental documentary on Netflix that’s making waves right now. This film is directed by Ali Tabrizi and it explores how the multi-billion-dollar commercial fishing industry – and its role in the problem of overfishing – is destroying marine life at a rapid rate. Seaspiracy doesn’t hold back on...
Goal 10 of the Sustainable Development Goals is reducing inequalities. It’s complete title is, “Reduce inequality within and among countries.” The United Nations website states: “Inequality within and among countries is a persistent cause for concern. Despite some positive signs toward reducing inequality in some dimensions, such as reducing relative income inequality in some countries...
Do you find yourself with a little more free time now thanks to lockdown-prompted alternative work arrangements? Are you tired of watching silly shows on TV and looking for a meaningful way to pass the time? Since Earth Day is fast approaching and in the hopes of awakening the eco-warrior in you, we’ve prepared just...
A good pair of gumboots and a comfortable, waterproof raincoat are definitely must-haves for the rainy season. Who wants to get their OOTDs wet for a quick trip to the grocery store or when running errands, right? However, if you are a conscious consumer, it’s not easy to find these rainy day-essentials that will fashionably...
It’s the new year, a time when many resolve to start the year by eating right. People promise that they’ll eat healthier on their way to becoming a better version of themselves as the year unfolds. And when we think about eating healthier foods, vegetables and fruits quickly come to mind. They are rich in...
COVID-19 unarguably brought about dramatic changes to the world — especially in the way we work. For instance, experts are now seeing remotely working or working from home as the new normal. Although there are still challenges to this new arrangement, many are also embracing this as an opportunity to promote a sustainable lifestyle. If...
2021 is bringing some much needed hope with news of a COVID-19 vaccine that will enable many to get back to their usual routine. After months of being grounded in our homes due to the pandemic, it’s not surprising that many of us have a travel itch that we’re looking to scratch and some of...
We all know how challenging 2020 was for everyone all over the world – with the coronavirus pandemic that has claimed almost 1.7 million lives and impacted livelihoods, pushing more than 265 million to the brink of starvation. This is aggravated by the disastrous effects of climate change that has forced many vulnerable people in...
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When you buy through our links, we may earn fees from our affiliate partners. Learn more. It’s that time of the year again when it’s time to choose the best diary, planner or organizer that will be our 12-month long companion for the coming year. For many people, this is almost a sacred ritual as if...
We have a problem. Earth is getting warmer. 2019 was the second hottest year on record at 1.15 degrees Celsius above the planet’s pre-industrial average. While the temperature change might seem small to most people, it takes one small increase in global temperature to have a great impact on living beings and ecosystems on earth. Look at...