Donations to the National Library are tax-exempt

Dear PAO, Our family is an advocate of culture and literacy. For as long as I can remember, we have always been active in donating to different charities and foundations. Recently, we have been contemplating giving a donation to the National Library of the Philippines. I was just wondering if our donation will be subject […]

Artists should be paid appropriately

Dear PAO, In the showbiz industry, not all artists are paid generously. As a small struggling artist, my rate differs depending on the project. Sometimes I get paid more than the minimum wage, but other times even less. Is it right for our employers to pay us below the minimum wage? They say it is […]

Decriminalization of premature marriages | The Manila Times

Dear PAO, Before my husband died, he told me that he wanted me to re-marry if he dies due to his illness. We were not able to conceive any child, so he wanted me to have a family, he said. He died last January 2025. I met someone in April 2025, and we plan to […]