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Whose fool are you?
by Cito Beltran - April 1, 2026 - 12:00am
“I’m a fool for Jesus, but whose fool are you?”
A holy reset
by Cito Beltran - March 30, 2026 - 12:00am
While the whole world only sees “fuel crisis,” economic disruption and the potential of Trump’s world war, some people are now beginning to say the word “reset” or returning to the original...
Last hurrah or omen
by Cito Beltran - March 27, 2026 - 12:00am
Before I go to the main topic for today, allow me to express my concern to the Supreme Court magistrates who have been requested to step in and suspend the PPP agreement between the DOTr and NNIC for NAIA.
Food and water – the next crisis
by Cito Beltran - March 25, 2026 - 12:00am
Just when I was thinking about it, DENR Acting Secretary Mitch Cuna came out with a warning that the Philippines could face “water bankruptcy” in the near future.
No more ‘same-same’
by Cito Beltran - March 23, 2026 - 12:00am
The current fuel crisis both in supply and prices has been driving many people into panic mode, while a few others choose to stick their head in the sand, not wanting to deal with the complex chaos.
Bible: How not togo to war
by Cito Beltran - March 20, 2026 - 12:00am
“Hawks” or so-called military experts will certainly not quote Bible verses as they assess plans and operations for war, and most technical experts will shy away from quoting the verses lest they be laughed...
An honest-to-goodness wake
by Cito Beltran - March 18, 2026 - 12:00am
Apparently, there is no “official guide” on how to conduct a funeral service or wake.
The ‘Wick of Separation’
by Cito Beltran - March 16, 2026 - 12:00am
I have never put much thought into the popular apprehension about “Friday the 13th,” but after the double whammy of bad news last Friday, the idea certainly stuck like bubble gum on my shoe.
Sufficient evil
by Cito Beltran - March 13, 2026 - 12:00am
“Are we in the End Times?” “Will this be the start of the Second Coming of Christ?” “Should we start storing (a.k.a hoard) fuel?” “What do ‘preppers’ do at a...
‘Rich vs poor’ excuse
by Cito Beltran - March 11, 2026 - 12:00am
Yesterday, I watched a former Cabinet member say that it would be unwise to remove or suspend the excise tax on fuel because the government would lose money, and the cut would only benefit the rich who have SUVs...
PBBM missed the boat
by Cito Beltran - March 9, 2026 - 12:00am
Like many Filipinos, I watched PBBM’s address regarding actions and plans his government will be taking in order to face challenges created by the Iran versus US and Israel war.
Remember the curse of COVID?
by Cito Beltran - March 6, 2026 - 12:00am
“Which is worse, Kuya? COVID or the impact of the Middle East conflict?”
All up in smoke
by Cito Beltran - March 4, 2026 - 12:00am
Department of Health Sec. Ted Herbosa has expressed his desire, if not plans, to move for the total ban on vape products in the Philippines.
‘Always be prepared’
by Cito Beltran - March 2, 2026 - 12:00am
Given all the “signs,” it seems that the world is fast approaching a situation reminiscent of events and behaviors that led to World War 2.
Time to buy? Maybe
by Cito Beltran - February 27, 2026 - 12:00am
I recently attended the launch of the “UAAGI On The Move – 2026” campaign at the Mall of Asia which will be on until March 1, this Sunday.
The freedom most taken for granted
by Cito Beltran - February 25, 2026 - 12:00am
Call it divine coincidence if you will, but as Filipinos celebrate another anniversary of EDSA – The People Power Revolution, I was actually going to write about “the freedom most taken for granted....
Take Clint Eastwood’s advice
by Cito Beltran - February 23, 2026 - 12:00am
For about two years now, my wife and I have been reminding each other to follow Clint Eastwood’s advice every time we feel old, tired or simply unmotivated to face the day’s routine.
‘You don’t remember me, do you?’
by Cito Beltran - February 20, 2026 - 12:00am
Many people who are now in their senior years commonly talk about poor memory or memory loss.
2026: The year of living dangerously?
by Cito Beltran - February 18, 2026 - 12:00am
“Be careful what you wish for.”
What is your ‘Why?’
by Cito Beltran - February 16, 2026 - 12:00am
During a recent season of serious disenchantment, deep reflection on my present life and computing  life expectancy based on the national average, health history and potential achievements for the next 10 years,...
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