How to Recover Your Reputation After a Work Suspension
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Advice Column: Girlfriend's Secret Past as a Single Mother
A man from Cebu discovers his girlfriend hid her past as a single mother. Advice columnist Noy Kulas urges understanding and communication. Read the full story and expert advice.
Single Mom's Dilemma: Reconcile with Cheating Ex for Kids?
Betty, a 28-year-old single mom, asks Papa Joe for advice. She left her womanizing partner but now he wants to return for the children. Should she sacrifice her principles for family? Read Papa Joe's response.
OFW Faces Twin Pregnancy Crisis: Sister and Self Expecting
An OFW's years of sacrifice for her family are upended by a double pregnancy shock. She and her teenage sister are both expecting, revealing deep struggles overseas. Read her heartbreaking story.
Mother Seeks Advice on Moving Abroad with Rekindled Love
A 35-year-old single mother, Gemma, seeks advice from Noy Kulas after reconnecting with her high school sweetheart. He wants to marry and take her abroad, but she's worried about her two children. Read Noy Kulas's crucial guidance on legal and family matt
Davao's Free Vasectomy Acceptors Jump 121% in 2025
Davao City's free No-Scalpel Vasectomy service saw a major increase to 279 acceptors in 2025. The safe, permanent family planning method is offered twice monthly. Learn how to avail.
Danao man tied by family after axe rampage
A 42-year-old man, allegedly drunk, used a 2x2 wood to destroy his brother-in-law's house in Danao City. The family subdued and restrained him. Police are preparing charges.
Papa Joe Advises on Family Favoritism Issue
A 27-year-old mother, Adrea, seeks advice from Papa Joe after her in-laws show blatant favoritism towards her partner's first child, leaving her own children feeling unloved. Read the emotional plea and the tough-love response.
Woman Reunites with Family After 30 Years Missing
A heartwarming reunion in Ormoc City after three decades. Discover how community and government programs brought Nanay Saturnina home. Read her story of hope.
Solea Mactan's Tropical New Year's Eve Celebration 2026
Solea Mactan Resort welcomed 2026 with a 'Tropical Countdown' lūʻau party on Dec 31, 2025. Guests enjoyed an international buffet, fire dances, and a foam pool party. Discover the details of this unforgettable island celebration.
Fiancé's 'Virginity Check' Demand Alarms Bride-to-Be
A 28-year-old Filipina's engagement is clouded by her fiancé's pressure for a pre-marital 'check-in' and rumors of his past infidelity. Relationship expert Noy Kulas advises her to reconsider the union.
Natural Ways to Treat Melasma, According to Dr. Fritz
Aesthetic dermatologist Dr. Fritz Legarde Espedilla answers a reader from Tibungco on natural, slower methods to lighten melasma, including lemon juice and buttermilk.
Public Servant's 2025 Journey: PMDP, Family, and New Hopes
A public manager shares her transformative 2025, marked by the PMDP scholarship, family support, and academic wins for her kids. Read her inspiring story as she steps into 2026 with hope.
Cebuano's Letter to Papa Joe: Regret Over Strict Parents
A man from Cebu writes to Papa Joe about his lifelong anger towards his disciplinarian parents and his deep regret after their passing. Read his emotional story and Papa Joe's advice on healing and breaking the cycle.
Navigating a Toxic Workplace with Integrity in 2026
A professional in a fast-growing organization questions how to succeed without compromising values in a culture that rewards shortcuts. Expert advice offers a roadmap for principled action and strategic exit planning.
How Holidays Change as We Age: A Look at 2026 New Year
As we enter 2026, many Filipinos ask why holidays feel different. Explore the shift from childhood excitement to adult responsibilities and the pressing issue of illegal fireworks safety.
Cebu Wife Discovers Husband's Past, Seeks Advice
A Cebu executive, 'Shelly', discovers her husband's secret past from a classmate, revealing he may be gay. She seeks advice on confronting him and saving their 10-year marriage. Read Noy Kulas's guidance.
Office Romance Dilemma: Widower Seeks Advice on Age-Gap Relationship
A 45-year-old widower is torn after a 23-year-old female colleague confesses her feelings. An advice columnist weighs in on the legal and emotional complexities of their potential relationship. Read the full story.
Papa Joe's Advice on Long-Distance Relationship Struggles
A 28-year-old professional seeks advice from Papa Joe about a strained relationship with a partner working in the Middle East. Read the heartfelt letter and the candid response on navigating trust and future plans.
The Realities of Caring for Elderly Parents in the Philippines
A Filipina journalist shares her raw experience caring for her 89-year-old mother, from hospital dramas to daily struggles, and reflects on aging with grace. Read her powerful insights.
Student's Dilemma: Falling for a Married Professor
A 23-year-old college student writes to Noy Kulas about her ethical dilemma after developing feelings for her married professor. Read the advice on navigating this complex situation.
Advisor's New Year Message to Wealthy Next-Gen Filipinos
Family governance advisor E. Soriano challenges next-generation leaders in the Philippines to move beyond privilege and build true competence. A call for responsible stewardship in the New Year.
Widow Seeks Justice in Ancestral Property Dispute
Mildred, a widow over 60, seeks advice after being denied a share in her late husband's ancestral home, which burned down. She asks Papa Joe for legal guidance on her family's rights. Read her story and the expert's response.
Doctor Warns Against Hilot for Sports Injuries, Urges X-Rays
A Davao doctor warns that traditional hilot can worsen fractures. He urges parents to seek medical X-rays first for sports injuries to ensure proper healing and avoid surgery.
Sara Duterte Oversees Duterte Family Christmas Gift-Giving
Vice President Sara Duterte led the Duterte family's annual Pasko Pahalipay sa Taal in Davao City, distributing gifts to 45,000 beneficiaries. The event proceeded peacefully with robust security. Read more about this Christmas tradition.
When Dating a Friend Changes the Relationship Dynamic
A visual artist and a gym owner explore why their romantic relationship feels less secure than their friendship. Expert advice on managing expectations and preserving connection.
Secret Son Discovery Shocks Man After 10 Years
A man's vacation to his girlfriend's family in Mindanao leads to a shocking discovery: a photo of his ex and a boy who looks just like him. He seeks advice on revealing the truth.
Worker Exposes Fuel Theft in Delivery Company
A delivery truck helper in the Philippines writes to Papa Joe, exposing a fuel theft scheme by drivers and fearing retaliation. Read his dilemma and Papa Joe's advice on corruption and finding a new job.
Mandaue BJMP Christmas Open House for PDL Families
The Mandaue City BJMP holds its annual Christmas Open House on Dec 24-25, allowing families to visit detained loved ones. Warden expects over 400 visitors, with special arrangements for those from distant provinces.
Davao Children Reveal Heartfelt Christmas Wishes
SunStar Davao asked local children what they want for Christmas. Their answers reveal a focus on health, family, and simple joys over material gifts. Discover their touching perspectives.
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