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Attention economy: Truth in the age of reels
3–5 minutesThe attention economy is a ruthless arena where truth is trumped by virality, undermining civic integrity and exploiting human vulnerabilities. In the Philippines, as social media embeds more deeply, misinformation festers. Experts must adapt, using engaging formats to reclaim truth and combat the erosion of trust.
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The Sunset of Sunset Boulevard
2–4 minutesIloilo Sunset Boulevard, opened on January 24, 2025, is a 4.99-kilometer road connecting Iloilo City to Oton. Unlike the gradual development of the Iloilo Diversion Road, it faced chaos from rapid implementation, resulting in congestion and road crash fatalities. The need for a structured approach highlights the importance of phased infrastructure planning for effective function…
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Will privatizing Iloilo Airport be any good?
3–4 minutesDuring his recent visit to Iloilo, the newly appointed Secretary of Transportation, Vince Dizon, shared important news. The government is actively considering expediting the approval of the PHP21-billion unsolicited proposal. This proposal from the Villar Group aims to privatize the Iloilo International Airport. The inspection of the airport was attended by Iloilo Governor Arthur Defensor…
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Timeline: The Panay-Guimaras-Negros Island Bridges Project
4–7 minutesIf you are an Ilonggo, then the long narrative of the major islands of Western Visayas getting connected by long-span bridges has grown with you. In fact, several administrations since the Fifth Republic have chipped in into the wish of Ilonggos of having a truly connected region. Recently, there were several news outlets which somehow…
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The Hidden Math behind ‘ayuda’
3–5 minutesIn Iloilo City, public transport is vital. When oil prices soar, government cash aid targets drivers, igniting controversy among wealthier taxpayers. But this strategic financial support stabilizes the economy, preventing inflation and ensuring essential services survive, underscoring the need for targeted interventions over universal benefits.
Ilonggo Engineer 