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BROAD CAST
A homecoming to look forward to
by Jing Castañeda - April 18, 2026 - 4:33pm
There was a time in my career when the stories came not from air-conditioned studios, but from cramped dormitories, construction sites and airport waiting areas filled with uncertainty.
Speaker JDV: The ‘bangus,’ the bridge, the man who listened
by Jing Castañeda - April 5, 2026 - 8:01pm
“We learn in difficulty because an easy, comfortable life is a very bad teacher.”
Why asking about ‘Nanay’ matters this Women’s Month
by Jing Castañeda - March 29, 2026 - 9:15am
There is now enough data to tell us that mental health concerns, especially among young Filipinos, are steadily rising.
Empowered to choose better health
by Jing Castañeda - March 15, 2026 - 2:33pm
March is National Women’s Month -- a time for celebration, recognition, and empowerment.
Reliable electricity as a matter of public interest
by Jing Castañeda - March 7, 2026 - 9:00am
The Supreme Court has finally put an end to the legal uncertainty surrounding Republic Act No. 12144, declaring it constitutional and clearing the way for Davao Light and Power Company to take over areas previously...
In a state of perpetual campaign
by Jing Castañeda - February 23, 2026 - 8:00am
The moment VP Sara Duterte declared her intention to run for president in 2028 -- far earlier than any formal campaign season -- it was less shocking and more telling. 
Riding into the Fire Horse Year with awareness, warmth and a little guidance
by Jing Castañeda - February 15, 2026 - 11:26am
Every Lunar New Year carries its own personality, but 2026 arrives with hooves blazing.
From fundraiser to frontline care
by Jing Castañeda - February 9, 2026 - 9:00am
Congratulations are in order for the Filipino Indian Ladies Association (FILA) for the outstanding success of its recent FILA Diwali Bling Fundraiser--an event that beautifully married cultural celebration with heartfelt...
ICONS of education and its ‘internationalization’
by Jing Castañeda - January 27, 2026 - 2:08pm
Before we speak of awards, rankings, or global stages, we must pause.
One big feast, one big heart
by Jing Castañeda - December 4, 2025 - 11:25am
There’s something about school homecomings that brings out the softie in all of us.
An invitation to a magical autumn
by Jing Castañeda - November 15, 2025 - 6:30pm
Switzerland Tourism brought its signature precision and passion to Manila as it unveiled its new campaign, “The Magic of Autumn in Switzerland: A Season of Color, Connection, and Conscious Travel.” ...
Journalism and communication: The signal that cuts through in the age of noise
by Jing Castañeda - October 26, 2025 - 4:37pm
The first lesson I ever learned as a young reporter was this: a story doesn’t end when the broadcast fades to black; it begins with the conversations it sparks afterward.
12 ways to see Christmas
by Jing Castañeda - October 22, 2025 - 8:48am
In a country where the Christmas season begins almost as soon as September arrives, it’s easy to take for granted how deeply this celebration runs in our veins.
A milestone behind bars, a testament to hope and transformation
by Jing Castañeda - October 14, 2025 - 10:14am
When I last wrote about the College Education Behind Bars program of the Social Entrepreneurship Technology and Business Institute and the Commission on Higher Education, I underscored the courage of Persons Deprived...
A roadmap to ACHIEVE reform
by Jing Castañeda - October 4, 2025 - 5:54pm
A few days ago, the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) gathered educators, government officials and private sector partners at the Manila Hotel for the “Converge to ACHIEVE: The Higher Education S...
Ghost Month 2025: Feng Shui tips to stay safe, lucky and positive
by Jing Castañeda - August 23, 2025 - 2:28pm
Every culture has its way of explaining the unseen and restoring balance when life feels uncertain.
Education as ASEAN’s enduring link
by Jing Castañeda - August 20, 2025 - 2:42pm
August in the Philippines is no ordinary month – it’s ASEAN Month, proclaimed under Proclamation No. 282 to highlight the country’s membership in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and foster...
Ikot-ikot lang! Cardong Trumpo’s spin to the top
by Jing Castañeda - August 16, 2025 - 12:44pm
In a time when digital virality often dictates who gets noticed, the story of Ricardo Cadavero, better known now as Cardong Trumpo, cuts through the noise like one of his trumpos slicing the wind.
CSR in action: Inclusion and innovation driving corporate citizenship
by Jing Castañeda - August 3, 2025 - 9:30am
The League of Corporate Foundations opened National CSR Week this year with a firm and necessary message: corporate social responsibility in the Philippines must evolve.
CHED’s 'ACHIEVE' agenda: A call to global relevance for Philippine HEIs
by Jing Castañeda - July 20, 2025 - 11:08am
At the Commission on Higher Education’s central office, a ceremony to recognize the top performers was held.
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