Archive - Nothing in Particular

What we talk about when we talk about biking

One word: Helmets

14 hrs ago

Some Books Need Reading

And some readers enjoy free shipping

Apr 5

March 2024

Biking, Fast and Slow

Was I riding my bike too fast?

Mar 29

Gov't eases jeepney modernization rules further

Traditional jeepneys no longer subject to being phased out, officials say

Mar 19

February 2024

From The We Regret the Error Dept.

In which certain facts are clarified about a seminar that drivers are required to attend as part of the Philippines' jeepney modernization program

Feb 2

January 2024

The Saga of the Philippines' Human Rights Victims' Claims Board

The agency that was supposed to exist for only two years later rejected tens of thousands of claims and awarded just a few. Why?

Jan 20

How a Pasig City jeepney cooperative managed to survive the pandemic

But nonetheless, the transport group still appeals for more government support

Jan 10

The difficulties of establishing a jeepney cooperative

Everything you wanted to know about the jeepney modernization program but were afraid to ask

Jan 3

December 2023

How jeepneys can help beat big business

With gov't support, jeepney drivers can make the transition to modernization

Dec 24, 2023

Of lockdowns and liquor taxes

(Or why the Philippine government should raise duties on alcohol further)

Dec 14, 2023

Long Time, No See

(Or How I Lost and Found My Sh*t During My Ten Years of Meditation Practice)

Dec 12, 2023

August 2023

Jay Bautista, friend and confidante

Jay Bautista made me laugh and cry. I hope this tribute does the same for you.

Aug 5, 2023 •

Robert JA Basilio Jr

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