Duterte, Trump, and the question of ‘fascism’
Perhaps no thinker has better described what we are confronting in our era than the Italian philosopher Umberto Eco, who forwarded the concept of “Ur-Fascism,” namely a less…
Divided nation chooses US president in a bitter, closely fought race
Today, Americans go to the polls to choose their president, as well as winners in a slew of Congressional and local races. The US and the world await their verdict with bated…
Mail-in, early ballots to decide US polls
A good number, about 68 million—per a Nov. 1 CBS News report—have mailed their ballots or have voted early in person. Their counting, however, will be made together with the…
BRICS, Gaza, and graveyard of international law
Way before climate change and artificial intelligence can fully alter our lives, humanity could end up sealing its own fate through destructive nihilism and untrammeled militarism.
History of dogs in the Philippines
The book “Dogs in Philippine History” by Ian Christopher B. Alfonso overflows with photographs and illustrations. The photographs are especially captivating, showing how dogs…
Japan-U.S.-Australia-India talks: Take the lead in rule-making to maintain order: The Japan News
Although this was summit diplomacy for Prime Minister Fumio Kishida that wrapped up his role as prime minister, it is essential to maintain the cooperative framework even after a…
Japanese people okay military buildup under ‘hypocritical’ constitution
Western countries and even ASEAN do not mind the amendment, because for them the constitution is no longer relevant amid the assertiveness of China.
ASEAN must do more to protect children from online sexual abuse
ASEAN leaders must seize the opportunity presented by this week's forum on child online protection in Bali to create better protections for the region's children in cyberspace,…
One ummah
While some Muslim governments have tried to raise the issue internationally and ostracise Israel for its vile behaviour, most rulers of Muslim-majority states seem unconcerned…
Pakistan’s human exports
Travel to any European capital and you will see groups of immigrants huddled together on the streets. If one walks by them, it is possible to catch bits of Urdu and Punjabi.…