It was in 1937 when American supermarket chain owner Sylvan Goldman desired to replace shopping baskets with wheeled carts that […]
Society
Top 6 Budget Hotels in Metro Manila
Luxury hotels have sprawled across the metropolitan area of the Philippines due to the thriving consumer economy and pervasiveness of […]
3 Things To Do In Intramuros in Manila
Intramuros might be a remnant of the colonial past of the Philippines, but it remains flourishing. Within the Walled City […]
Top 4 Tourist Destinations in Manila City
Most foreigners and even some locals often use “Manila” to refer to the metropolitan area called Metro Manila. However, this […]
Etymology: Origin of the Word “Manila”
Ever wondered how Manila got its name? There have been several assumptions and contentions relating to the origin of the […]
Causes of Traffic Congestion
Traffic congestion is a problem. No one likes being stuck in traffic. It is unproductive and costs individuals and businesses […]
Characteristics of Sustainable Cities: Models and Frameworks
Sustainable cities are futuristic cities proposed to promote sustainability. Note that urbanization has been linked to numerous negative offshoots including […]
The Different Definitions of Sustainability
“Sustainability” originates from the word “sustain” which means “to support” and is also the word “sustainable” which corresponds to something […]
Pros and Cons of Urbanization
Urbanization is one of the hallmarks of industrialization, modernization, and even globalization. The past decades have seen massive population growth, […]
The Role of Queen Elizabeth II in World War 2
The United Kingdom and the self-governing Dominions other than Ireland entered the Second World War in September 1939 when they […]