In Bikol philosophy, 'sadiring-tawo' ('one's own') refers to an exclusivist principle that prioritizes the needs and wishes of one's family clan on the basis of debt of gratitude and one's identity being inherently tied to their bloodline. As a result, (1) all kinds of social life are organized around the family, including but not limited to: important events (e.g., marriages, financial decisions), business endeavors, celebrations, and political parties; and (2) breaking familial rules sanctions an individual through ostracization or gossip.

After Ash’s death, Martha, his pregnant wife, purchased an artificial version of him. From a messaging bot, Martha activates an android that looks exactly like her boyfriend. This version of him contains past online communication messages, social media profiles, videos, and photos which are all curated to imitate Ash’s behavior and personality. Despite the android’s lifelike appearance and responsiveness, Martha becomes frustrated with the reality that he will never truly come back to her life again. Carrying their child, Martha needs to decide what to do with the android.

The 'doughnut' model of urban development refers to a pattern of urban expansion that prioritises high-density living in the city centre, with infrastructure and services readily available within the urban area. In this model, the suburbs are often peripheral and less developed. The 'sprawled' model of urban development refers to a pattern of urban expansion that prioritises low-density living. In this model, suburbs are well-developed and there is a significant amount of suburban sprawl.

The Catholic Church is at a crossroads, with its fastest-growing congregations in the Global South, particularly in Africa, Asia, and Latin America, while its influence in Europe has been rapidly declining. The papacy has historically remained dominated by Europe, with the exception of Pope Francis (Argentinian, progressive). Currently, popular contenders for the papacy include Cardinal Luis Tagle (Filipino, progressive, & close ally of Pope Francis), Cardinal Peter Turkson (Ghanaian, moderate, & advocate for social justice), Cardinal Pietro Parolin (Vatican City’s secretary of state, moderate, & thought to bridge the gap between progressivists and conservatives), and Cardinal Wim Eijk (Dutch, conservative, & vocal critic of Pope Francis).

Malta, a developed small island country in Europe, operates the Individual Investor Programme (IIP), a ‘cash-for-passport’ program that grants citizenship to wealthy foreign investors in exchange for significant financial contributions to the country (i.e., purchasing real estate, large investments, or donations). Despite the IIP’s huge profits financing the National Development and Social Fund, the program has been under fire for issues on money laundering by large-scale international criminals, housing inflation, among others

In the future, scientists have achieved breakthroughs in how marine creatures think and function, allowing them to modify marines creatures so that they are granted human lifespans improve their cognitive function, and communicate better with one another. They have also found a way to provide them with the technology to match humanity.

Girlboss feminism refers to a contemporary feminist movement that celebrates and promotes women's empowerment, particularly in the realms of entrepreneurship, leadership, and career success. It emphasizes the idea that women can achieve professional and personal success by embracing their ambition, confidence, and assertiveness.