Cost of Living
The Sari-Sari Store: A Small Shop With an Outsized Role
The corner store does more than sell snacks; it extends credit, shares news and keeps household budgets moving one small purchase at a time.
· 3 min read
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Public Transport
Why Some Bike Lanes Thrive and Others Sit Empty
Paint alone rarely makes cyclists feel safe; connected routes, protection and enforcement decide whether a bike lane gets used.
· 3 min read
Environment & Energy
The Sachet Dilemma: Convenience, Affordability and a Mounting Waste Problem
Single-use packets make everyday goods affordable, but the waste they leave is hard to collect, harder to recycle and easy to see.
· 3 min read
Philippine Economy
Why Small Businesses Still Struggle to Borrow, and What Could Change
Micro, small and medium enterprises drive Philippine employment, yet many still rely on informal lenders to grow or survive.
· 3 min read