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NEWS JANUARY-MAY 2019
TCI triumphs in regional tilt By Mary – Ann A. Atienza, Sports Editor
Proud smiles were shared by the delegates of The Collegiate Inquiry as they garnered awards in the Regional Higher Education Press Conference (RHEPC) held at Sevilla Resort, Lucena City, Quezon on January 9-11. This year’s theme is “Shaping Critical Thinkers through Fair and Balanced Campus Journalism”. Under the group category, the following awards were received: For the Tabloid division, TCI ranked 8th place in Best News Page; 9th place in Best Page Design; 10th place in Best Sports Page and overall 9th place for Best in Tabloid. For the Magazine division, TCI placed 6th in
Best News Page; 7th in Best in Feature Page; and, 9th in Best in Literary Page. For the individual category, Shaira Guieb, Graphics Editor placed 2nd in Graphics Illustration (English) while Alyssa Bianca Samson, Junior Staff Writer and Vince Matthew Romero, Managing Editor won 4th place (English) and 7th place (Filipino), in Photojournalism respectively. Top five winners for each category will be competing again for the national competition, the Luzon-wide Higher Education Press Conference (LHEPC).
FEA regains throne By: Bea Aficionado, Devcom Editor
The Campus Queen 2019 in her “Character” Attire, Lareia Vejerano. Photo by: Alyssa Bianca Samson
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Future Educators Association (FEA) was pronounced victorious in the recent Student’s Festival on January 2019. It took them 2 years of struggling to be declared as champion. According to the president of the organization, Camille Klein Angeles, there were some challenges they experienced before the championship like the limited number of participants. This resulted to lesser manpower, thus, work was doubled. However, the strength of the organization is its exceptional solidarity. “Iba ang teamwork at determination ng FEAmily, lahat tulung-tulong”, she added. They became champion by winning the following awards: Campus Queen; 2nd Runner-up, Campus King, homing awards for Best in Sports Wear, Best in Talent, Best in Theme Wear followed by their victory in Cultural Dance, and 3rd Placed in Extemporaneous Speech, Essay Writing, Poem Writing, Duet Singing, and Short Film Making.
IIST pioneers in ADRI int’l understanding By Vince Matthew Romero, Editor-in-chief
Spearheaded by Imus Institute of Science and Technology (IIST), the Association of Experts and Lecturers in Indonesia- Central Java (ADRI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the three other Philippine Higher Educational Institutions (PHEIs) at JPL Hall of Freedom, Lyceum of the Philippine University (LPU)- Manila on January 17, 2019. ADRI President Dr. Achmad Fatoni Rodli led the MOU signing with his thirty-four officials, while the PHEIs were represented by Dr. Encarnacion N. Raralio, Chief Operating Officer, IIST; Dr. Conrado E. Iñigo, Jr., VPAA, LPU; Prof. Lean Happie Bustamante, EVP, Systems Plus College Foundation; and Dr. Max P. Guillermo, President, Tarlac Agricultural University. The said MOU aims to expand Southeast Asian partnerships with regards to various international programs like student exchange,faculty exchange, research collaborations, and joint conferences. These plans were discussed collaboratively with ADRI
by Dr. Karen M. Fernandez, VP for Research and International Affairs/ Dean of College of Hospitality and Tourism Management, IIST; Mr. Rennier Perez, Dean of College of Hospitality Management/Student Internship Abroad Coordinator, SPCF; Dr. Christine N. Ferrer, Director for External Linkages and International Affairs, TAU; and Dr. Ma. Christina G. Aquino, Executive Director of Department of Linkages and Standards, LPU. Moreover, the PHEIs also signed an initial MOU to undertake collaborations in research, instruction, and community outreach work, which was named as LISTA (LPU, IIST, SPCF, TAU, and ADRI) accord. Meanwhile, ADRI had successfully installed an e-learning system in IIST Dimasalang Campus as part of their alternative to the conventional student exchange program. It aims to facilitate synchronous learning from different locations through an electronic platform.
JPIA dominates the 3rd Balanse Cup By: Edson John Garces, Managing Editor
Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants ( JPIA) hailed as 1st- runner up in the 3rd Balanse Cup, bagging major awards, on January 18, 2019 at the Adventist University of the Philippines (AUP) The event was hosted by AUP College of Business which aims for academic excellence and social development of JPIAns. Eight (8) students from the College of Accountancy of IIST competes for the event. Champion Davidson Mensi Advanced level: Management Advisory Services (MAS) Taxation, and Regulatory Framework for Business Transaction (RFBT) Champion Jessamie Albaniel Intermediate level: Financial Accounting and Reporting (FAR), Advanced FAR, and Auditing. 2nd-Runners Up Remzo Sumulong, Abrian Tugenio, and Paul Jordan Pastores MAS, taxation, & RFBT; and all board subjects.
The participants of the ADRI together with Imus Institute of Science and Technology Photo by: Vince Matthew Romero
Lance Kenneth Javines and John Rey Bano Microsoft Office Specialist Challenge Passers. IMUSEÑO NEWS
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NEWS JANUARY - MAY 2019
Aquino
leads Batch
2019
By: Emyrose B. Dequiña, Feature Editor
"I believe in you, words that water flowers" -Michael Faudet
On the 6th day of April, Imus Institute of Science and Technology held its Commencement Exercises for batch 2019, with 124 candidates from the different programs of school year 2018-2019 at the IIST Gymnasium with the theme: “Unity in Diversity: Quality Education for All.” The program was led by the Masters of Ceremony Mrs. Angelita R. Mendoza and Mr. Adonis O. Parian— who were professors from CEAS. The event started with procession headed by the bearer of Institutional Mace,
Mr. Ricardo Dela Cruz followed by a doxology performed by the IIST singers under by Mr. Ralph Monakil. The entrance of colors and Philippine anthem were executed afterwards. Dr. Encarnacion Rarallo introduced the commencement speaker, Mr. Eric T. Maglaqui. The address of petition was given by one of the four Magna Cum Laude graduates this year, from the Bachelor of Science in Accountancy program, Mr. Abrian V. Tugenio. Some of IIST’s highly respected
Emilee Butalid, one of the recipients and graduates from IIST Photo by: Vince Matthew Romero
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persons attended the said event. The candidates were presented by Dr. Loida Sta. Maria, Vice President for Academic Affairs. While the Hooding Ceremony and Conferment of titles and degrees were directed by the President of the School, Mrs. Emma Carmela B. Topacio. The awarding of diplomas to the candidates and giving of academic awards were done by the President, VPAA and Chief Operating officer. Each of the deans, directors and program heads took turn in awarding the diplomas and transferring the tassles to the graduating students. An address of Thanks was delivered by, another Magna Cum Laude, Marizchelle M. Aquino of Bachelor of Science in Accountancy. The Pledge of Loyalty to the Alma Mater was led by the School President. An induction of the Graduates to the I.I College Alumni Association was guided by Mr. Raymond Camama, the president of College Alumni Association. Another school year has ended, another set of campus ‘pride finally finished in their respective fields. It was very nostalgic but mostly fulfilling to see these fully grownup individuals ready to flip the next chapters of their journey. To the 124 fresh Graduates of IIST, We believe in you! Congratulations!
Celia Del Prado, Senior Vice President of IIST, Dr. Loida Sta. Maria, VPAA and Dr. Encarnacion N. Raralio, COO as they award exceptional students. Photo by: Alyssa Bianca Samson
IIST holds Recognition 2019 By Mary – Ann A. Atienza, Sports Editor
With the theme, “Unity in Diversity: Quality Education for All” , IIST celebrates another important date in the academic calendar, as it is the time where faculty and staff gathered together to celebrate the bountiful harvest of the brilliance, hard work and diligence of the students in their pursuit of knowledge, the Recognition Day 2019. Assembled at the Audio-Visual Room on April 5, the program started with an invocation followed by the institutional prayer and the IIST Hymn. Dr. Loida Sta. Maria, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dr. Encarnacion N. Raralio, Chief Operating Officer, delivered their opening remarks and inspirational message respectively, expressing their heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to the students. Special awards were given to two students who participated in the P2A
Training Program at the University of Economics and Law in Vietnam while 11 students from different programs were awarded for their participation on the Cultural Student Exchange Program in Taiwan. Meanwhile, a Teacher Certificate Program was awarded to noneducation graduates after completing 18 units of Professional Education Subjects. A certificate of recognition was also granted to the students who have shown dedication and service as Central Student Government Volunteers for A.Y. 2018 – 2019. The Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management students were also recognized for passing their Amadeus Training. Students who showed exemplary academic prowess in specified fields were also recognized and awarded certificates as merits. Dr. Nerissa Reyes, Dean of the Graduate School delivered the closing remarks.
The Academic Award for Dean’s List were given to the following students who have shown outstanding academic performance: Tugenio, Abrian V. Silla, Shaira Lyn M. De Leon, Azeckah Lios P. Aquino, Marizchelle M. Ecaruan, Reinaleen S. Maullon, Shenelle Vernadette N. Albaniel, Jessamie H. Tumalon, Ellaine Sumulong, Remzo L. Corillo, Jesica E. Carlem, John Marck C. Manipol, Luis David S. Javines, Lance Kenneth G. Kilayko, Kimberly L. Apalisok, Dominick M. Custodio, Paula Mariz A. Sanchez, Mark Andre A. IMUSEÑO NEWS
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NEWS JANUARY - MAY 2019
College Ball:
A Night of Glitz By: Charline Jem Cabbo, Literary Editor
Pop Ensemble’s Vonn Balcita serenades the crowd. Photo by: Ricci Jan Mae Roca
College students, faculty and staff of the institution gathered up on Jan. 24 to celebrate the annual “College Ball” in the school’s gymnasium. The ball was organized by the CSG with their adviser, Engr. Romarie De Guzman. The event started with the registration of the attendees and an opening prayer. An opening was delivered by the VPAA, Dr. Sta. Maria. After that, a matching blind date game was played by six fine gentlemen and six ladies where they answered some random questions. One man and one lady were hiding in the backstage and were given the privilege to choose for one partner from the six chosen men and six chosen women who have similar answers as theirs.
When matching up was done, students lined up for their foods and cocktails. Also, attendees with the most outrageous and beautiful outfits were awarded with the titles King and Queen of the Night. As the music played, the students stood up and danced throughout the remaining hours of the night from a hyped-up music to a serenading one until they were tired enough to stop. The night ended with cozy goodbyes from everyone. Though each one of them looked tired, this night was said to be their one of the most memorable nights they had. It might be Valentine’s Day for couples but the night lights of different colors made singles felt they’re not alone.
Samson cops 6th Place By Mary – Ann A. Atienza, Sports Editor
After winning in the Regionals, Photojournalist Alyssa Bianca Samson once again proved her prowess in the 2019 Luzon-wide Higher Education Press Conference (LHEPC) held at Villa Alfredo’ Resort, Brgy. Baliti, City of San Fernando, Pampanga on at March 6-8. Tears were shed as Alyssa, Junior Staff Writer copped 6th place in Photojournalism English Category. Out of more than 800 journalists from over 90 different colleges and universities in Luzon, Alyssa was able to defeat her opponents with the story she created using her camera. This was the second time the publication won in the individual category in the LHPEC. Other journalists who participated during the LHEPC include Ricci Jan Mae Roca, Editor-in-Chief, Vince Matthew Romero, Managing Editor, and Shaira Guieb, Graphics Editor. The Collegiate Inquiry also grabbed a spot in the group category for Magazine News Page which placed 14th. Meanwhile, Mrs. Angelita R. Mendoza, school paper adviser received a Service Award in recognition of her fiveyear service in the field of campus journalism. Furthermore, with the numerous awards from all of the school publications in CALABARZON, Region 4A was able to win 2nd place as the Best Performing Region in Luzon. 8 IMUSEÑO NEWS
Alyssa Bianca G. Samson, one of the top photojournalist in the 2019 Luzonwide Higher Education Press Conference Photo by: Vince Matthew Romero
Talents hit the stage By: Charline Jem Cabbo, Literary Editor
Showcase of talents of the IIST singers. Photo by: Vince Matthew Romero
IIST Singers and Dance Company claimed their spotlight once again on stage. Both organizations showed spectacular performances inside and outside the school campus having such great audience and crowd. These IIST talents showcased themselves in different occasions within the months of January – May, 2019. The IIST Singers are composed of very talented singers blended together to form an amazing harmony of angelic voices. They have performed in different events such as: IYSS Recital, IT Caravan JPCS, and Testimonial Dinner for the month of February, 2019 and also performed in the first Cavite Travel and Tours Exposition on May 4, 2019. They even competed in the First Regina Coeli Annual Choir Competition last May 1, 2019 held in Holy Cross Parish Noveleta, Cavite. The songs they performed in the competition are Gloria Patri, Aba po, Piliin mo ang Pilipinas by Normita Bing Rio-Pablico and their contest piece, Santa Mariang Reyna. The IIST Dance Company had their smoking hot and hyped-up dance performance during the Campus King and Queen Coronation Night held in IIST gymnasium on January 25, 2019 with the mashed-up songs of ‘Di Na Muli, Kahit Ayaw Mo Na, Nandyan Agad Ako, and Dati which were choreographed by Justin Cabral, Edwin Mercado and RJ Dominguez. With all these talents, IIST is surely grateful to have these students. It is rare to see a person both having time to manage his dedication and devotion as a student and a member of extra-curricular organizations and activities. With those God-given talents that they have, they’ll definitely hit bigger stages with a bigger crowd.
PRC introduces new CPAs By: Oz Palmea, Associate Editor
On May 27, 2019, the Philippine Regulatory Commission (PRC) is proud to release the official results of the May 2019 Certified Public Accountant Licensure Examination (CPALE). Different parts of the country took the CPALE on May 12, 19 and 20, 2019. The examination was held in Baguio, Cagayan De Oro, Cebu, Davao, Manila, and many more areas around Philippines, and garnering a total number of 10,319 examinees.
Out of the said number, 1,699 of them were entitled as Certified Public Accountants after passing the examination, yielding a passing rate of 16.46%. Carlie A. Loyola, Mariane M. Mendoza, and Sten V. Tugenio, who managed to pass the board exams. Among the different schools taking the CPALE, only De La Salle University - Manila came out as a Top Performing Schools during the board exams. The performance of the Accountancy graduates
dropped at most nine percent from the previous October 2018 CPALE. This was directly influenced with the prohibition of scientific calculators following the incident of the succeeding civil engineering board exams, where some students were caught in an act of cheating in the exams. And it was also confirmed that the actual ratings of the examinees were its “raw” performance during the test. IMUSEÑO NEWS
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BSA studs surmount in PICPA Accounting Quiz Bowl By: Edson John Garces, Managing Editor
The College of Accountancy partakes in PICPA Accounting Quizbowl, participated by eight universities and colleges, at Far Eastern College-Cavite on January 20. PICPA Cavite chapter is committed to the professional development of future Certified Public Accountants in the province. Meanwhile, the event was divided into two levels; Level 1 covers Financial Accounting and Reporting and Level 2 composed of Board Subjects. IIST sent three (3) participants in level 2 namely, Rienaleen Ecaruan, Abrian Tugenio, and Paul Jordan Pastores. The event ended with IIST’s victory as Ecaruan hailed as Level 2 Champion and is qualified in 2019 PICPA Southern Tagalog Regional Accounting Quiz Bowl to be held at the University of the Philippines Los Banos.
JPIA conquers 4th Academics Big Day By: Edson John Garces, Managing Editor
The Junior Philippine Institute of Accountant ( JPIA) competes to the annual event by the National Federation of Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants Region IV (NFJPIA-R4), the 4th Academics Big day, in which they are recognized as the Overall Champion against several participating schools all over Region IV-A & IV-B at De La Salle Here are the List of winners: Jayson Canadilla, Dominick Apalisok, and Nowell Silla Champion Audit Fraud Case Study Joshua Villasis & Hannah Dato Champion Basic accounting Ellaine Tumalon, Carlos Perez, and Shaira Silla Champion Audit Case Paul Jordan Pastores 3rd place Prodigy Joshua Montiano 2nd place Taxation
IIST’s Accountancy students, together with faculty and staff in the participation of various academic events. Photo by: Ricci Jan Mae Roca
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University-Dasmarinas on January 27. The event was participated by 19 colleges and universities from Region 4 with 348 total participants. The 4th Academics Big Day aims to promote academic excellence, camaraderie, and sportsmanship among the members of the organization and deepen their knowledge in different board subjects. Remzo Sumulong, Abrian Tugenio, and Rienaleen Ecaruan Accounting Varsities Shenelle Maullon Champion Financial Accounting and Reporting Erica Blanco 1st runner-up Financial Accounting and Reporting Remzo Sumulong Champion Regulatory Framework for Business Transaction (RFBT) Rienaleen Ecaruan 1st runner-up Regulatory Framework for Business Transaction (RFBT)
Art by: Melannie Dayao
EDITORIAL
Pop-Friction (Population Friction)
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nce every three years, a nationwide event takes place where every Filipino cast his rights to choose those who will lead the country and the ones capable of ruling over their area. This event is known as election, and every time it draws near, Filipinos become more separated from each other because of their clashing opinions, and fanatical beliefs. And when the votes were casted, many of us will get disappointed when we see those whom we think are “unworthy” rise up to the ranks. Today, Filipinos become more open-minded yet politically-focused due to their accessibility to facts and personal experiences. With the help of social media, they get to clash their beliefs with others and dislike those who don’t fit in their tastes. The unity becomes divided and ought to think that corruption and anomaly still exists at the end of the rope because of those “close-minded” people. The fall of the political dynasties, the clash of siblings
for a position in the government, the reinstatement of the old-time officials, all of these existed because we do not want to end any discussions open, we tend to fight and exercise the undue influence to mislead others into our own perspective. True enough, some Filipinos are really blind to see the reality because self-serving politicians are tricking them to keep themselves buckled on their seats of power. Their voices that speak against poverty, criminality, and corruption, had the people erred at some time to vote for them. Though some may have their eyes opened to it, they still lack the complexity to see the other side of the bigger scenario our country is in. The identity of those who have seen it and those who are not were literally the same person, because there was no person ever existed to know who is worthy or not in choosing the preferable officials, neither there is someone who could be capable of solving the country’s issues all at once or none.
The Philippines need not only those who are reliable to run the government, but those who are capable of running the system well, this includes us. We were given the right to vote but we overuse it to contravene others’ beliefs. We must be aware that these people that we elected is not far from us who doesn’t have the power to rule. The only difference is that they have the vision to see the Philippines in prosperity. We do not need to create walls and point fingers to those we think are blind. Instead, let us unite and support those who were elected by the nation and hope that they are the “changes” we all aim for. Every time that election period is closing, and after the country has decided, do we need to still clamor about why they voted these people? By no means, all we need to do is to give them the trust. And hope that as soon as they get ready to work, we will see why the country’s trust is earned by this person. IMUSEÑO
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The Visionary
ROMERO, VINCE MATTHEW O. EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
RIGHT
TO NOT RIGHT
“We complain when our law is not properly implemented but when it is fully enforced and it is inconvenient, we rant and shout like we are bloody above the law.”
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s citizens of this democratic country, we are blessed by our constitution to have freedom of speech as one of our basic human rights. This power, however, is abused by most Filipinos. Unauthorized rallies are rampant in the long streets of Manila, aiming to voice out their personal rants and to fight for a wrong cause. Mostly, these causes are about the inconveniences they suffer due to the attempt of the government to improve our systems or infrastructures. These never-ending 12 IMUSEÑO OPINION
rants cloud the reality that we are the roots of our societal problems. Our lack of discipline even in the smallest of matters is the reason why we deal with so many problems. Pedestrians cross anywhere instead on the intended pedestrian lanes; escalator etiquettes are not properly observed; people are cutting lines in long queues; drivers are beating the red light; littering on the streets, and private cars are parked on public roads and sidewalks. It is our duty as citizens to follow the law. If you cannot follow simple traffic rules, then how do
you expect the country to change for the better? Everybody wants a better life, a better commuting experience, and a better transport service. Yet, we cannot even abide by the rules that are enforced. If we let the sidewalks to be filled with vendors who cannot afford to rent spaces, they will never understand the importance of discipline. Tolerating the wrong can only serve nothing but hindrance to success. It is not just about empathy or sympathy towards poverty, it is being systematic towards the law. If we will only look at the downside of being poor,
believing that the only way to survive is to live against the law, then there will be no prosperity. There will be chaos without order. Discipline is one of the basic requirements of a civilized lifestyle. We must learn to value the importance of our norms as it maintains peace and order. Improvement starts with “I”. If we want changes, we should all sacrifice and change our old damn behaviors into a new and something better, with a hope of achieving a better future for every one.
The Young Scion PALMEA, ORVILLE ZION N. ASSOCIATE EDITOR
IT’S A
NO-NO FOR ME
“We always look for something new, but are we adept to what “new” things the world has to offer?”
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ately, I have been seeing posts in the internet talking about the show “Idol Philippines”. Well, as an ordinary viewer, I have watched the show ever since it began. And what I can only say is that our country has a great roster of performers, but could the same thing can be said to those who critique them? When several teasers aired in the commercial, and some hints from the judges, they say that the “Idol” that they are looking for is defined not with technical professionality but with a “star value”. This “star value” should have looks that is appealing for today’s generation and can be marketable, and also a charming factor when they are on stage. With the set of judges, James Reid, Moira dela Torre, Vice Ganda, and Ms. Regine Velasquez-Alcasid – they will look upon the country’s next idol that
will be the candlewick of the future generations’ superstars. All of these looked fine until a reggae performer, Luke Baylon, rendered an Alicia Keys’ hit “If I Ain’t Got You” in a reggae way. Luke had shown a great musicianship while delivering the song, although the performance wasn’t clean, he gained impact on the viewers considering the new taste in the Philippine music industry. Upon evaluation, James loved the performance and added that he lacks the readiness and the timing in his performance, Moira also adores the reggae and finds it lacking as well, Vice founded it ordinary. To prevent downsizing Luke, Regine commented in a positive and in a good manner showing the free-spiritedness of his genre although with quite unnoticeable cleanliness which is a part of the reggae. In the end, Luke gained 3 “No” votes from
Vice, James, and Moira, while Regine gave a “Yes”. After this performance, it felt an outbreak the day after, which lasted for a month. Social media users discussing about Luke’s performance said that the three judges (Vice, James, and Moira) should be replaced with those who are totally idolized: KZ Tandingan, Lea Salonga, Jed Madela – to name quite a few. They also bashed the judges saying that the only thing that matters most is you can sing high notes and sing as mellow as Moira to gain the Yes’s from the judges. Several reaction videos flown out from this issue on YouTube regarding that he should’ve passed the auditions. Luke Baylon’s performance started to doubt the capacity of the judges to look for their socalled Idol. When I see it for myself, I had therefore realized the change that the country wants. They
may want something different, because we have every genre popularized by our singers: Pop, Rock, RnB, Ballad, and Country. Maybe the judges picked the wrong vote, except Regine. I feel that he deserved the spot, because his style was different, and we see those divas and others common in their forte. Whether Luke Baylon passed the auditions or not, he has a YouTube channel where he dominates the online audience, and hope that we can still see him in some upcoming singing competitions, as James said that it wasn’t his time, maybe it is not yet time to recognize this kind of talent from these judges. And whether the three judges should be bashed or not, I must say that it is not their fault. Maybe we can see some bias rolling in, but we should be aware that humans still make mistakes. IMUSEÑO OPINION
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Ed, Edi & Eddi GARCES, EDSON JOHN D. MANAGING EDITOR
FILIPINO
SA PILIPINO
“Ang wikang Filipino at Panitikang Pilipinas ay bahagi sa pagbuo ng ating bayan, sa pagbuo ng ating bansa at lahi. ‘Pag nawala ‘yon sa kolehiyo, ay masasapawan tayo ng pangkanluraning kultura.”
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sang mainit-init na usapin ang tuluyang pagkakatanggal ng Filipino, Panitikan, at Philippine Constitution sa mga core subjects sa kolehiyo. Mga kaluluwang nag-aagaw buhay at iilan lamang ang may pakialam. Nakakatakot, dahil baka isang araw, tuluyan nang mamayapa ang kaluluwa ng Pilipinas. Tulog na ba ang mga Pilipino? Hindi maitatanggi na ang Wikang Filipino ay isang wikang patuloy na nagbabago at umuunlad. Lingid sa kaalaman ng iba, ang Filipino ay marami pang ikinukubling lihim na kinakailangang halukayin at tuklasin. Filipino sa pananaliksik, sa piling larang, sa lipunan at post14 IMUSEÑO OPINION
moderno, multimedia, negosyo at industriya, intektwalisasyon, akademya, at batas. Alam na ba natin ang pasikotsikot ng wikang ito at hindi lamang nananatili sa limitadong kaalaman ngayon? Ang wika ay nagbabago, at dapat itong linangin na hindi lamang natatapos sa hayskul. Kaya bakit gagawing opsyon lamang ito sa kolehiyo kung ito’y isang pagpapalawig? Marami pa rin ang nagkakamali sa pagkakaiba ng Filipino sa tagalog, “ng” sa “nang”, at paggamit ng “daw” o “raw”. Samantalang mas kilala natin ang salitang ‘Literature’ kaysa ‘Panitikan’. Iilan na nga lang ba sa atin ang may
kakayahang magsalita alin man sa 180 na dialekto ng Pilipinas? Bagama’t may asignaturang Filipino noong hayskul at elementarya, mas komportable pa rin tayo sa pagsasalita ng Taglish at English kaysa purong Tagalog lalo na sa kolehiyo. Ano ba ang ninanais niyong wikang magbubuklod-buklod sa atin? Gayundin, dapat na magkaroon ng hiwalay na asignatura sa konstitusyon at hindi lamang isang parte sa Araling Panlipunan o kasaysayan ng Pilipinas. Ito’y hiwalay na aspeto sapagkat nililinang nito ang kamalayan sa karapatang panlipunan ng mga Pilipino, iwasang maging
ignorante sa mga batas, at patayin ang nabubuhay na kamangmangan. “Nalilimot ng bawat isa na habang napagiingatan ng isang bayan ang kaniyang wika at kultura, napag-iingatan din nito ang katibayan ng kaniyang paglaya, katulad ng pagpapanatili ng isang tao sa kaniyang kasarinlan, upang mapanatili niya ang kaniyang sariling paraan ng pag-iisip.” Hindi tayo dapat maging dayuhan sa sarili nating pugad. ‘Pilipino ako’, at ito’y sapat na dahilan kung bakit hindi dapat matanggal ang mga asignaturang ito sa anumang antas ng edukasyon. Mamumuhay tayo dala-dala ang pagkakakilanlan.
Jamante
CABBO, CHARLINE JEM L. LITERARY EDITOR
“LIIT MATA”
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indi ko alam kung ako lang ba ang nakakapansin na dumadagsa na ang mga Tsino sa ating bansa. Madaming balitang ang umuusbong sa social media sites patungkol sa mga ito at karamihan ay negatibo. Positibong pabor ito sa gobyerno at sa mga businessmen dahil ito ay ikagaganda daw ng ekonomiya ng bansa at nagkakaroon ng alyansa sa pagitan ng bansang Tsina at Pilipinas. Sa kalaunan, hindi naman ito pabor sa mga mamamayan dahil sila, o tayo mismo ang nakakaranas ng mga hindi magagandang ginagawa ng mga Tsino sa ating bansa. Alam naman natin na ang pagdating ng mga Tsino sa ating bansa ay isang magandang pakikipag-ugnayan ng dalawang bansa lalo na’t nagkaroon ng alitan noon ang dalawang bansa dahil sa isang isla. Marami din kasi nagsasabi na masyadong malakas
ang Tsina pagdating sa mga armas at tauhan kaya mahirap makipagaway sa kanila. Kaya sa pamamagitan ng pagbubukas ng usapang negosyo sa Tsina at Pilipinas, nagkaroon ng pagkakataon na makapagtrabaho ang mga tsino dito. Nagsabi din ang ating Presidente na magkakaroon ng oportunidad na makapagtrabaho ang ibang Pilipino na walang trabaho sa pagdating ng mga negosyo mula sa iba pang mga bansa. Maganda sa pandinig ang mga nabanggit sa balita. Madaming mga Pilipino ang nabuhayan ng pag-asa na makapaghanap-buhay. Oo, nakakabuti nga sa ekonomiya ng bansa ngunit hindi sa mamamayan. Ngunit masyado na silang madami sa bansa at ang iba pa ay walang respeto. Isa na rito ang lungsod ng Las Piñas na kung saan dinagsa na rin sila ng mga Tsino. Mayroong isang pagkakataon na ako
ay may nakasalubong na Tsino na nagtapon ng basura sa hindi tamang lugar. Ang iba naman ay naninigarilyo at iiwanan na lamang ito kung saan-saan. Mayroon ding balita na sa isang condo / apartment building, pinaalis ang ibang Pilipinong naninirahan doon dahil binili na daw ng mga Tsino ang unit na kanilang tinitirhan. At heto pa, sa isang condo muli, may mga Pilipinong nais sumakay ng elevator ngunit sa bawat floor daw ay puro Tsino na mukang nagsisiksikan ngunit ‘pag tinignan ang CCTV sa loob ng elevator, maluwag pa pala ang mismong loob. Pinamumukha lang na nagsisiksikan upang mga Tsino lang ang makasakay at hindi ang mga Pilipino. At ang pinakahuli at nagviral sa lahat, may nakakita at pinicturan ang isang turistang Tsino na may kasamang anak na nasa Mall of Asia sa Pasay. Ang anak nito ay pinapadumi sa gitna kahit may mga tao pa sa paligid. Mayroon
namang palikuran sa lugar ngunit nakakabastos ang ginawa dahil pasyalan iyon ng mga tao. Hindi naman masama kung magkakaroon ng mga negosyanteng makakatulong sa ekonomiya ng bansa. Alam natin na para sa ikabubuti ng bansa ito. Ngunit kung patuloy na gagawin iyon ng mga dayuhan, kung patuloy nilang babastusin ang bansa at bigyan ng walang respeto, di bale nalang na wala sila. Kaya naman umangat ang bansang Pilipinas ng mag-isa. Kung ang ibang Pilipino kulang na sa disiplina tapos dadagdagan pa ng mga dayuhang mas wala pang disiplina, edi wala na. Hindi lang mga Tsino ang maliliit ang mata, maski ang mata ng gobyerno dahil hindi nila nakikita ang mga nangyayari sa kanilang mamamayan. Hindi sila bulag, nagpakaTsino narin sila.
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“Living without obeying anyone’s validation is a key towards genuine happiness.” “Kapag masaya ka sa ginagawa mo, you’re living to the fullest.”
hese were the lines that would definitely make someone flap their wings and continue their never-ending aspirations in life. Say it or not, we were once enticed by these group of words, believing that life would be easy if we put passion on our tasks, if only we get contentment from the things we do and the expectation that the smog would be lifted somehow soon . Our existence in the period today is like living within narrow spaces and battling out, surviving from the opposing opinions and validations of everyone. Some say that exposing our naked being would be a relief in the chest because we believe that the truth will set us free, but how come today, the truth we’ve been practicing for years is now in a form of freedom to only selected people and not applicable to the persons we labelled as “else”. We are so caught up by the facts we believed not 16 IMUSEÑO OPINION
to the verity that will make every each one of us happy. “Happiness depends on ourselves.” This Greek philosophy is still applied today but denied to those people whose actions are unacceptable. When you are married to the person you truly love, probably you deserve all the awe that the world could ever dispense but when you flew to the states and grant the dreams you’ve been holding for so long with the person you love having the same sex is questionable. For some, it’s really alarming predominantly when the situation is against the words of the superior being which is God. According to the bible that Women are especially meant For Men and we respect that, whenever this principle gets violated definitely it’s considered as a sin. It might be a warning to our fellow Christians but some law recognizes it as valid and can be tolerated. At the end of the day , we people , are just the “usuals” ,if they get
married then they would tie the knots, if you fell in love with a person outside of your comfort zone then so be it. I don’t have the position to give advices to anyone, but to stand my say, isn’t it more sinful if we dictate the fate of someone? If we force a human- being whom he or she should choose? Does it make it any less a sin? If God is the superior being, then who are we to puppetize the journey of a person who just wants to fulfill his goals in life? God is our ultimate Creator, we are alive, and He has given us the life we deserve, as a Christian being guided by the words and holiness of our Lord is essential but having the heart for those people who seek for freedom and equality is a priority as well. I don’t have any intention to ruin the image of Christianity because in life, we all have reasons that could sustain us every day, some humans live to spread the grace of God, some are just like us the
typical persons who respect the bible but also seek for the things that could put a smile on our faces, it might be a matter to you but not to others and I think the wrong action we have been applying is response. Maybe on this column, faith, happiness and equality are mainly emphasized but to tell you, I’m not just talking about how the world changes, or on how people disobey, I’m clearly stating that you shouldn’t be changed by the world’s dictation, or be oppressed just because someone commands you to unravel your will, we are created individually, sometimes we should be gathered as one but there are certain things that we could do on our own, without relying on someone else’s support. Most of us have been striving to afford happiness, but genuine happiness are not for sale, it could only be experienced when you’ve learned that genuine things are deserved by everyone, not selected nor optional.
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LONG LIVE THE
KING By: Bea Aficionado, Devcom Editor
Royal families are distinguished individuals who possess eminent personalities. Pageantry aims to relive the long history of royals, in order for us to learn that it comes with a great responsibility. IIST joined the tradition with its Student Festival 2019. Among the six aspiring princes who strived and attempted to get the title as the Campus King, Haisem Caoagdan, 23 years old, and a 2nd year HRM student, was crowned as the Campus King 2019. His stage presence is undeniable during the competition, and his swarming charisma, plus the height of 22 IMUSEĂ‘O FEATURE
5’10� and a sophisticated walk. He had all the ability to shine and be the most dashing amongst his other competitor. With his fashionable green polo shirt and khaki shorts, he bagged the Best in Sportswear, along with his several awards such as Best in Formal wear, and Most Photogenic. According to Caoagdan, he established friendship with his supposed competitors during the pageant. His favorite part of the competition was getting know his fellow aspirants. Truly, there is nothing better than just enjoying everything you do. His heart was full
of gratitude and thankfulness for the people who supported him until the end. The essence of being a king is honor, courage and confidence without being arrogant. In this modern world, pageantry is an avenue to illustrate such valiance. King Haisem is surely loved by lots of students. He is truly an embodiment of royalty. May his display of nobility inspire men to be gentlemen and noble, as a king should be. Long live the Campus King Haisem!
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QUEEN By: Bea Aficionado, Devcom Editor
Who would have thought that a girl who was once an obese happened to be the Campus Queen 2019 of IIST? The story of Queen Lareia “Eia” Vejerano, 20 years old, and a 3rd year student of BEED-ECED is truly a source of inspiration. She was once a fat kid, bullied, ridiculed, with low self-esteem. She had been through a lot even before the competition began. Despite all of these, she is not ashamed of her past because it made her who she is right now, a strong and beautiful person. “Gustong kong malaman nila na yung nakaya ko ay kaya rin nilang marating”, she said. Along with others, she also had a lot of insecurities. She was overweight until she entered first year college. Not until she joined the IIST Dance Troupe, she started to lose weight. Although she had to give it up to prioritize her schooling, she was able to get fit through exercise, proper diet and dedication through dancing. In fact, she won the Talent portion with her groove. She also won the Best in Sports Wear and Best in Theme Wear. She shone from the beginning, gaining the attention of the crowd and captivating the hearts of the judges. From a demure and finesse Eia to a wild, sexy, and sophisticated beauty, she astoundingly owned the stage. Aside from the crown, she also earned a thing that is even more priceless than prestige, it is the friendship she acquired during the competition. She gained friends not competitors; she made memories not toxic competitions. Moments like this also amplify the importance of family, and gratefulness among the people behind her success. From fighting her insecurities into accepting her flaws, and even improving it, her win is undeniable. As the newly crowned queen, she wants to inspire others with her faith with God’s guidance. At the end of the day, it will always be the bad guys who will cause you to do your best. Let us strive to win our own crowns, wear the same smile and sash a queen deserves, aim for an overflowing confidence and faith in the Creator. Let us all be like Queen Eia! IMUSEÑO FEATURE
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DEVCOM Introducing E-Cigarettes By: Bea Aficionado, Devcom Editor
Chain-smoking has always been a primary concern of public health, especially to third-world countries like the Philippines. Along with other vices, smoking might be a stress reliever for some; but it is an addiction which appears to be uncurable. GATS (Global Adult Tobacco Survey) said that as of 2009, 28% of Filipinos are smokers, counting to 17.3 million. “Twenty years after, there will still be a billion smokers globally. The least we can do is provide them with alternatives”, PMI Asia Ltd. Director for Regulatory Strategy and Engagement, James Arnold said. Decades of research have come up with different solutions to chainsmoking. Today’s technology offers an alternative, an electronic cigarette, commonly known as vape, which is believed to be less harmful. Also, bans, bills, and laws have been raised, passed, and dropped. Now, Philip Morris is set to introduce I Quit Ordinary Smoking (IQOS), an alternative for those smokers who cannot and will not stop smoking. They call it a cutting-edge technology for smokers, which has fewer health risks. Through the advent of advanced electronics, IQOS will replace the conventional cigarette. It is specially-designed heated tobacco which heats up to 350°C with no combustion, ash, flame, or smoke.
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IQOS also grants the desire of the smoker for the flavorful nicotinecontaining vapor, executing the legitimate taste of heated tobacco. The sensations will last about six minutes or 14 puffs, which is approximate to a cigarette. Since there is no trace of fire, the number of harmful elements and chemicals are crazily reduced compared to regular cigarette smoke. Also, according to the management, laws are going to be applied and will be strictly implemented. They said what’s important is the age-restriction law, and they don’t want the minors to dip their hands into something that should be regulated. So far, the feedback of the smokers was good because technically, it is favorable to them. They saw it as an avenue to stay in smoking and getting fewer health risks than a regular cigarette. IQOS is already available in 47 markets around the world The studies and development goals on IQOS is rapidly progressing, and it shows a lot of potential less risk of harm against continuous smoking of regular cigarette. However, it does not change the fact that it is still smoking with chemicals, and is never risk-free. It might help temporarily, but it is always better to stop smoking completely than rely on chemicals.
By Vince Matthew Romero, Editor-in-Chief Do you hate plastics? Not your enemy or friend, but the plastics that are destroying our environment --our home planet. Plastic has molded the society in many ways that make life both easier and safer. It is a versatile material which is used in vast range of products, from food packaging and carrier bags to clothing and medical equipment. However, most of them do not break down even for hundreds of years. As of 2018, about 380 million tons of plastics are produced worldwide every year and the production has multiplied twentyfold since the 1960s. Plastic wastes are harmful to marine and wild life which can end up in their food chain. Worse, the destruction of their environment has an impact to mankind. Also, exposure to plastic chemicals is linked to multiple health hazzards. Irritation in the eye, vision failure, breathing difficulties, respiratory problems, liver dysfunction, cancers, skin diseases, lungs problems, headache, dizziness,
birth defects, impaired immunity and other ailments are only the top of the long list. As humas, it is our duty to protect our home. We should strive to live more plastic-conscious lifestyle. Here are the top four plastics we should all avoid - PLASTIC BAGS, PLASTIC BOTTLES, COFFEE CUPS and PLASTIC STRAWS. There are 100 million tons of plastic in oceans around the world. Replace plastic bags and swap to fabric bags, because animals can mistake the former as food. Sea turtles often see plastic bags as jellyfish and try to eat them. The bags can block the turtles’ digestive system leading to starvation and death. Take away coffee cup or water bottle for reusable ones. Disposable paper or coffee cups can’t be recycled because they’re lined with plastic to make them waterproof. This means that most of them should be thrown away. Avoid plastic straws. They are difficult to recycle as they’re so light
and small. If you love a straw and can’t live without one, use a metal or bamboo straw. Also, use biodegradable bamboo products such as toothbrush, cotton buds and avoid microbeads. Imus Institute of Science and Technology is currently targeting plastic bottles. It has taken a successful and huge step towards building a better environment. As students, we must segregate our biodegradable and non-biodegradable wastes so that all biodegradable can be used as fertilizers while the non biodegradable can be recycled to make different creative products. “A clean, beautiful earth with an abundance of biodiversity is one we all want to live in and pass on to our future generations.” At the end of the day, change for the betterment of Mother Earth all comes down to us in choosing an eco-conscious and plastic-conscious decisions. Every piece of trash we throw away in the right place makes a difference on a global scale.
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Food has always been a source of happiness among Filipinos. It is an instrument to forget stressful things for a time. However, our love of food sometimes leads to tolerance of possible adverse health implications. Fast foods and processed foods are among the all-time favorites of many, which falls under an unhealthy diet. One of which is “Maling”, a famous premium luncheon meat known for its high quality, good taste and affordable price. Today, the known Chinese manufacturer of luncheon meat suffers as one of the affected products with African Swine Fever (ASF), a highly contagious hemorrhagic disease for pigs, warthogs, European wild boar, and American wild pigs. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) immediately handled the crucial problem and implemented a solution last May 2019. They quickly ordered all the markets to pull out Maling cans and temporarily ban the distribution of the listed product. Specifically, to stop the contamination of processed meats from China, the same products are also banned in other countries. According to Agriculture Secretary Manny Piñol, ASF can quickly enter the country which can infect, spread, and compromise the 200 billion-peso hog industry we have. More importantly, there is no vaccine yet discovered to cure it. “Honestly, I am not just concerned, I’m scared. Because the moment the disease enters our country, thousands of Filipino families will suffer”, he added. Do not settle for cheap and affordable food products, if it means sacrificing our health. No amount of savings from buying processed foods can measure up the importance of well-being. Do not just eat carelessly; we should eat responsibly, and eat wisely. Some foods may give you satisfaction, but be careful because they might also provide you with complication.
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Don’t buy Maling until you read this! By: Ma. Melannie Dayao, News Editor
RETARDING BASIN: Cavite’s new flood control project By Vince Matthew Romero, Editor-in-Chief
Over the year, our school calendar days fall under the rainy season consisting of strong typhoons which result in flooding among rural and urban areas of our country. This detrimental condition bears a lot of societal problems which ultimately affects our education. These calamities and vicinities destroy campus facilities are flooded for weeks, announcing for class suspensions. This delay leads to the destruction of focus and enthusiasm of students to learn. Although it is impossible to prevent natural disasters, we can surely do something about its aftermath. Floods can be mitigated by the effective drainage system, and stagnant waters in the streets can be eliminated. In Cavite, however, due to extremely low ground elevation and insufficient flow capacity of the river and drainage channels, the rainy season has been a dilemma for the
students due to ubiquitous floods and impassable roads. Recently, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) started two flood-control projects, roughly costing P8.87 billion, in the province of Cavite. Unified Project Management Office Flood Control Management Cluster Office Project Director Patrick Gatan said that the Cavite Industrial Area-Flood Risk Management Project (CIA-Frimp) would be implemented in nine municipalities, has started the construction. “We will be working along the 146.8 kilometers of the province’s San Juan River Basin and the 4.7 kilometers of Maalimango Drainage Area,” he explained. “Imus City, Noveleta, Rosario, Kawit, and General Trias will be the major beneficiaries of these main components”, he added. When completed, Imus Retarding Basin will have a 118 meter
in length overflow dike, 1.3 kilometers of the surrounding dike, 1.1 kilometers of separating dike, standing an average of 3 meters in height. The Bacoor Retarding Basin, on the other hand, will require the DPWH to excavate 250,000 cubic meters of soil to dig 7 meters in depth within 9.2 hectares of land and construct 30 meters of overflow dike, 1.06 kilometer of the surrounding dike and 590 meters of separating dike, standing an average of 1 meter. Education is essential, and it must not be compromised. Disasters happen, but we must make a way to respond to these natural calamities. Road developments are vital to safe and convenient learning. Wet season has always been a dilemma for students going to school. Now, a new hope of enthusiasm and opportunities are granted, as our way towards success has been finally paved.
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SAVAGE! Filipina Gamers Slayin’ 3rd Place in FSL! By: Oz Palmea, Associate Editor
Bren Esports Victress, the first all-female gaming team from the Philippines, brought home the third place in the Mobile Legends category of the Female Esports League (FSL) held in Singapore on June 9, 2019. This all-female team is composed of six Filipina members: Lou dela Serna, Mitch Liwanag, Madiee Motebon, Ivvi Josue, Aizu Dualin, and Rhea Navarro. The Bren Victress was drafted when Lou, Mitch, and Persian (Rhea Navarro) met and form a team in a Mobile Legends tournament. Afterwards, Bren Esports decided to create an all-girls team and they screened the applicants through try-outs, the basis of the potential members should have a good win rate and should have 3,000 matches at least, having Madiee, Ivvi, and Aizu
Eight-division and World Boxing Association (WBA) Welterweight World champion Manny “Pac Man” Pacquiao (61-7-2, 39 KOs), returns to face undefeated Super WBA Welterweight World champion Keith Thurman (30-0, 22 KOs) in a powerhouse 147-pound showdown event on Saturday, July 20 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. As his former main spar-mate was unavailable, Manny Pacquiao got a new ring partner, Tim Tszyu, an unbeaten Australian, given the first chance to spar with the eightdivision world champion for 4 rounds at Elorde Gym near the Mall of Asia. The 24-year-old Tszyu replicates the fight stance and ring habits of Thurman as part of the preparation and training of Pacquiao. Australian boxing promoter Peter Maniatis described Tszyu as a perfect and great chief spar-mate for Pacquiao. “He’s a fantastic talent and a good puncher. He’s 5-8, a natural super welterweight. He has a very good chin and I’m sure he’ll handle the pressure of sparring with Manny.Tim’s a natural athlete with a soccer background. He has excellent footwork with a similar
knighted as part of the team. During FSL, Bren Victress were only playing as a team for one month, unlike the other teams that they were up against which were together for at least one or two years, they have already proven that they must never be underestimated. As they climbed the bracket up to the finals, they suffered two consecutive losses – one from the SFI Queens from Indonesia and the other from the Champion of FSL, Team Grumpy from Singapore and Malaysia, which is proven as a tough cookie during the preliminary stage. With their spectacular performance, this only shows that there are some places of which a lady can compete, just like in Mobile Legends.
height and movement as Thurman.” said Maniatis. Tszyu is also perceived a heavy-puncher considering he’s a natural super welterweight, having a perfect record of 13-0 with 10 knockouts. Knowing that he needs to be in better shape for the second sparring session, Tszyu worked out with strength and conditioning coach Justin Fortune, an Australian based in Los Angeles, right after the fourrounder with Pacquiao. According to Tszyu, Pacquiao “is fast and relaxed” during their trainings and workout monitored by lead trainer Buboy Fernandez, Fortune, and assistant trainers Nonoy Neri and Roger Haplas. Sparring sessions are scheduled on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays until Pacquiao goes to Los Angeles on June 15 for the final phase of his preparations against Thurman at Roach’s Wild Card Gym in Hollywood. Moreover, once Pacquiao extends his training rounds, he will rotate sparring partners to include Philippine’s super lightweight champion Jheritz Chavez of Cebu and Jestoni Autida of Zamboanga del Sur. IMUSEÑO SPORTS
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