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The Self, Remixed: Why We Care About People Who Don’t Exist

By Richard Jonathan O. Taduran, Ph.D.

August 13, 2025

A few friends of mine recently shared posts from an influencer named Mia Zelu — styled, poised, and apparently enjoying Wimbledon. She looked like any…

Burnout in the Philippines: Why We’re All So Tired

By Tatung Sarthou

July 25, 2025

When Filipinos say they’re tired, they rarely mean just a lack of sleep. They mean they’ve hit their limit. Burnout in the Philippines runs deeper…

We Can’t Just Keep Showing Up—We Have to Start Speaking Up

By Simpol

July 22, 2025

When floodwaters rise, so do the same names. The same kitchens. The same donors. Every typhoon season in the Philippines exposes a truth we know…

Rainy Day Comforts: 5 Simpol Recipes to Warm Your Soul This Rainy Season

By Simpol

July 21, 2025

Across the country this week, storms have brought heavy rain and uncertainty. If you’re lucky enough to be home and indoors, now’s the time to…

Built for Real Life: The Grit and Vision Behind Masflex

By Tatung Sarthou

July 17, 2025

In kitchens across the Philippines, from high-rise city condos to quiet provincial homes, there’s a familiar rhythm: the clang of a pan, the hiss of…

A New Pair of Shoes, A Better Start

By Simpol Editorial Team

July 16, 2025

A new pair of shoes. It’s a small thing — until you realize the impact. For thousands of Filipino schoolchildren, it marks a fresh beginning.…

How to Declutter Your Home: A Filipino Guide to Calm, Clarity, and Letting Go

By Hanz Daniel Cortez

July 11, 2025

We all have that one corner—the slightly jammed drawer, the pile on the chair, the shelf where expired receipts and random chargers go to die.…

At Affinity Dental’s BGC Branch, care begins the moment you walk in—where calm spaces, soft lighting, and thoughtful design help patients feel at ease.

Affinity Dental: Creating Smiles, Changing Lives

By Simpol

July 11, 2025

For many of us, just hearing the word “dentist” brings back memories of cold chairs, whirring drills, and white coats that made us want to…

Cebu Landmasters’ Newest Casa Mira Community Sells Out 85% in Just 3 Days—But It’s About More A Home That Works as Hard as You Do

The Future, Powered by the Sun: Solar Homes in General Santos Redefine Filipino Progress

By Simpol

July 10, 2025

For decades, owning a home has been a symbol of security and pride for Filipino families. But that dream is changing. With rising bills, unstable…

Hearty beef stew, no stress required. This slow-simmered favorite gets a flavor boost from a gourmet bottled sauce—making it easier to cook well, even on a weekday.

Bottled Goodness Makes Cooking Simple at Home

By Simpol

July 7, 2025

Many Filipinos still find joy in cooking at home. But in the middle of long workdays, commutes, and rising food prices, even that joy can…

The Jelly Trick That’s Saving School-Day Mornings

By Simpol

July 7, 2025

When the school year begins, the pressure builds quickly. Mornings get hectic, traffic slows down everything, and suddenly, mealtimes feel like another race against the…

“Filipino small business owner behind a counter, surrounded by signs of financial stress—symbolizing the challenges MSMEs in the Philippines face under new policies.”

When Making a Living Feels Like Dying: The Hidden Cost of Running a Business in the Philippines

By Simpol

July 6, 2025

Running a small business in the Philippines—especially for MSMEs—is often romanticized. We talk about being our own boss, following our passion, turning dreams into family…

Content creator Euleen Castro (@euleencastro) during her now-viral critique of a café in Iloilo — a post that sparked city-wide backlash and a national conversation on the ethics of food reviews. honest review lang

When “Honest Review Lang” Becomes Harmful: The Real Cost of Viral Food Criticism

By Tatung Sarthou

May 30, 2025

There is a shadow hanging over the social media food…

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Jok Moo: A Cozy Twist on Filipino Lugaw

By Simpol

October 17, 2026

When the weather turns gloomy or you are craving a…

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The Self, Remixed: Why We Care About People Who Don’t Exist

Burnout in the Philippines: Why We’re All So Tired

We Can’t Just Keep Showing Up—We Have to Start Speaking Up

Rainy Day Comforts: 5 Simpol Recipes to Warm Your Soul This Rainy Season

Built for Real Life: The Grit and Vision Behind Masflex

How to Declutter Your Home: A Filipino Guide to Calm, Clarity, and Letting Go

Affinity Dental: Creating Smiles, Changing Lives

The Future, Powered by the Sun: Solar Homes in General Santos Redefine Filipino Progress

Bottled Goodness Makes Cooking Simple at Home

The Jelly Trick That’s Saving School-Day Mornings

When Making a Living Feels Like Dying: The Hidden Cost of Running a Business in the Philippines

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