STUDENT PUBLICATION OF CENTRO ESCOLAR INTEGRATED SCHOOL MALOLOS
by Kiel Emmanuel Caballero
Graduates in distinctive pink and green togas gather at the CEIS Malolos 2024 graduation ceremony, held at the One Grand Pavilion on June 15.
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The resignation of Vice President Sara Duterte as the secretary of the Department of Education (DepEd) and the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-ELCAC) was no huge surprise for Filipinos This action ultimately declares her exit from President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr’s Cabinet also suggesting the ending point of their 2022 electoral alliance “Uniteam” The last two years in DepEd under Duterte has been left with poorly planned projects, an alarming performance in global education assessments, and still underdeveloped school facilities
“Am I really ready for this?” she wondered, her gaze lingering on the rooms that had witnessed countless school dramas The hallways, once bustling with footsteps and whispered secrets, now stretched out before her like an uncharted map Chairs, rooms, and physics notes these were the artifacts of her high school days but beyond those walls lay a new world waiting to be explored
Moving the tassel of her cap from right to left, symbolizing a gesture marking the end of one chapter and the beginning of another
Raymond Carlo Mendoza academic area lead for languages in Centro Escolar Integrated School-Malolos and publication adviser of The Escolarian, led a one-hour talk in the recollection of graduating college students of Colegio de Calumpit Incorporated (CCI) in the CCI gymnasium on June 25, 2024
The talk began with statistics, studies show that around 60% of youths today are highly dependent on social media Online platforms are great avenues of communication and information, however, they also pose significant risks to mental health
There is no doubt that more Filipinos support volleyball now that the sport has become extremely popular in the Philippines While the Philippines has long been known for its three Bs basketball boxing and beauty pageants volleyball appears to be setting itself a distinct spot and perhaps joining the Pinoy Craze
Play after play, with yells echoing across arenas and sold-out, blockbuster ticket sales, the nation becomes the new beating heart of volleyball
With the national government debt of the Philippines reaching P158 trillion as of February 2024, it is wise that every centavo from Filipino taxpayers’ hardearned money be spent on purposeful expenditures There are countless integral areas in Filipinos’ lives that are in dire need for invention and innovation, such as healthcare, job opportunities, housing, public transportation, and food allocation However, as if to spite the people and taxpayers in the face, the government instead chooses to allocate billions of its budget on avertible projects, citing the most recent case of the New Senate Building (NSB)
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MANILA, PHILIPPINES: The annual Pride PH Festival was held on June 22, 2024, in Quezon City with at least 70,000–200,000 attendees
With the theme “Love Laban 2 Everyone” the festival officially started at around 2:00 p m with the attendees wearing bright colors and costumes along with their placards and pride flags
The attendees’ placards were divided into categories; some were about issues concerning the LQBTQIA+ community, while others were about other national and international humanitarian crises which serves as a reminder that the festival is not only a culminating activity but also a protest
“Maki-beki, ‘wag ma-shokot ‘Wag kaming bolahin, ipasa ang SOGIE Bill”, as chanted by the attendees while marching.
"With the absence of a national SOGIE Equality law, we and our families remain vulnerable to discrimination and violence and are hindered from becoming happy and contributing to society " Liban added
The festival organizers decided to separate the march into two routes as they anticipated a large number of attendees With the “Love” march originating from Tomas Morato Street and the Laban march originating from Kalayaan Avenue and Matalino Street
The same streets of Quezon City served as the venue for the Philippines’ and Asia’s first Pride Festival 30 years ago
In a turn of events, the organizers announced that the festival would be paused because of the rain, causing the event to officially end around 8:00 p m
Even though the event went to a halt, the organizers deemed the festival a success
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After two years of tireless dedication and relentless efforts, the sacrifices
have finally paid off The top achievers of the 2023-2024 graduating batch were announced on June 7, 2024, highlighting the exceptional accomplishments of this year s shining stars
Precious Sabine Pinto from STEM F ranked first, Reizel Nicole U Mendoza from STEM E came in second and Andre Rafael M Guevarra from STEM A in third Roi Edan M Victoria and Francine Dianne P Cardenas both from STEM F tied for fourth Jada Kaila B Aquino from HUMSS A earned Rank 5 while Lei Hellen Nicollette DG Rosaldo from STEM C received Rank 6
Ray Anne Denise B Go and Zaynnah A Trias, both from ABM A tied for 7th place, while Nhickol Andrei I Aquino from STEM C was ranked 8th Jasmin Anne U Jumaquio from STEM D received rank 9 while Dañel Enya Sumalabe from STEM D rounded the list at 10th
She mentioned "Balancing academic and personal responsibilities was difficult and sacrifices were made but then again, I made it as the top graduate of our 259-person batch and I couldn t be more grateful Everything I do I do Pro Deo et Patria (for God and country) "
Following the announcement of the top ten graduates, the outstanding performances in different disciplines were named
Christine Dorothy J Salac from ABM 12 was honored as Athlete of the Year
Andre Rafael M Guevarra from STEM 12 received the award for Arts Joanna Chiney Kaye S Santos from STEM 12 excelled in Communication ArtsEnglish while Reizel Nicole U Mendoza from STEM 12 was recognized for Communication ArtsFilipino
The Best Research and Best Business Plan were awarded shortly after
Developing Sound-Dampening Foam Composites for Mechanical Keyboards Using Sustainable Materials" secured Best Research
It was by Richard Gian A Burgos Miguel Amante A De Guzman, Khimberly Claine D Rodriguez Ariane Mae R Santos and Roi Edan M Victoria
The Best Business Plan recognition went to Jasmine Jane C Bartolome Hershey Mishka A Ching Raphaella Ann J Galang Ghabbie G Litao Gerald P Lopez, and Jan Lyndzi T Portez
In an interview, Pinto said that previously ranked first in 11th grade she felt a lot of pressure to maintain her rank Despite moments of doubt she credited God’s guidance and the support of loved ones for her success
Jasmin Anne U Jumaquio from STEM 12 was awarded for her excellence in Mathematics Annika T Gutierrez from HUMSS 12 stood out in Social Sciences (HUMSS) Carlos C Amaranto from STEM 12 was acknowledged for his achievements in Robotics, and Zaynnah A Trias from ABM 12 was celebrated for her excellence in Accounting (ABM)
After the awards presentation the candidates proceeded with the graduation rehearsals This was headed by Mr Raymond Mendoza Chair of Graduation Committee
The graduation rites are set on Wednesday, June 19, 2024
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Despite the heavy rain the celebrations of
Centro Escolar Integrated School's graduates proved stronger as they made their final walk as high school students
Dr Romel B Cruz delivered his speech as the guest speaker highlighting resilience humility and adaptability
He urged graduates to learn from failures, stay grounded regardless of their intelligence, and remain motivated in facing adversity
Dr Cruz also encouraged innovationandflexibilityandtobe prepared to navigate any situations theyencounter.
In her speech Precious Sabine Pinto the batch valedictorian reflected on her early misconceptions about success and learning the importance of personal growth over mere academic achievement
In elementary school I believed success was only defined by being at the top However I soon realized that fulfillment comes from personal growth and perseverance she said
She showed her appreciation to the teachers mentors and every member of the non-teaching staff, saying: “You have all contributed to my growth and success, and for that, I am deeply grateful”
She also thanked her friends who supported her in times of difficulties
Pinto further expressed her gratitude to her family She thanked her parents for their guidance and belief in her, and her grandmother for her wisdom and love Pinto also acknowledged her Papang for his role in her journey, pointing to his sacrifices and knowledge
n June 27, 2024, the Toll Regulatory Board (TRB)
approved a recommendation to suspend toll collections for all vehicles passing through the Manila-Cavite Expressway (CAVITEX) throughout July
This decision followed an initiative by the Philippine Reclamation Authority (PRA), which operates the toll road in a joint venture with Cavitex Infrastructure Corporation (CIC)
The plan was first announced by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr during the inaugural ceremony of the Cavitex C5 Link Sucat Interchange on June 21, and subsequently approved by the TRB
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During the inauguration, President Marcos expressed his gratitude to the TRB for swiftly enforcing the toll suspension which also includes the newly inaugurated Sucat Interchange
He emphasized the importance of this regulation in providing relief to motorists and supporting the community
However, the decision has garnered mixed reactions from various stakeholders In a statement, the Cavite Infrastructure Corporation (CIC) expressed concerns over the financial impact of the toll suspension
“ The suspension can result in toll revenue losses amounting to hundreds of millions of pesos, the CIC stated
The corporation highlighted that toll receipts are essential for paying lenders, recouping investments, ensuring road safety, and covering operational and administrative expenses
The public’s response has been equally divided Many Filipinos took to social media to share their views with some posting videos of their toll-free journeys and displaying posters of politicians like Senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr Governor Jonvic Remulla and President Marcos
She also recognized God, for the gift of knowledge, the supportive network he provided, and the strength acquired from his grace
In her speech Pinto called attention to the maturation of perspectives as they approach adulthood stressing the need for solidarity with the oppressed in global crises like those in Congo Palestine Sudan and Yemen
She urged using their platforms to speak out against injustice and advocate for liberation, highlighting the responsibility of future leaders to take decisive actions
The ceremony concluded with the graduates singing Your Love by Jim Brickman as a tribute song to their parents and Long Live by Taylor Swift as their graduation song, wrapping up the twopart ceremony, following the Moving Up & Commencement Exercise held in the morning.
Comments on these posts often contained sarcastic remarks such as “Hello Election 2025!” and “Thank you taxpayers!”, suggesting that the toll holiday might be politically motivated
As the toll suspension takes effect, it remains to be seen how this decision will impact both the motorists benefiting from the free passage and the operators managing the financial implications
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Graduates of batch 2024 moved their tassels to the left, symbolizing the end of their high school journey and the start of their new ventures.
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The Presidential Communications Office(PCO)postedanannoun-
cement on July 2 2024 stating that President Ferdinand R Marcos Jr appointed Senator Juan Edgardo Sonny Angara as the new Secretary of the Department of Education (DepEd), replacing Vice President Sara Duterte who resigned on June 19, 2024
According to the PCO s statement Marcos announced the appointment of Angara as the new DepEd secretary during the 17th Cabinet Meeting in Malacañan Palace in which Angara accepted the position
“Sonny has agreed to take on the brief of the Department of Education ” Marcos said at the meeting according to the PCO
The PCO also said that Angara has made a large contribution to education, stating that Angara has an extensive legislative history, having championed significant educational reforms since joining the Senate in 2013
He holds a Bachelor of Laws from the University of the Philippines Diliman, a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the London School of Economics, and a Master of Laws from Harvard University
Some of his prior legislative work includes the Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act and the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013 (K-12)
DepEd is arguably the most important department given the crucial role of education, Marcos stated, according to the PCO
In May
country increased to 4 1 percent, slightly up from the previous month's 4 percent, as more Filipinos entered the labor force, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) report released on Monday, July 8
The latest statistics indicate a slight decrease in the number of unemployed Filipinos in May 2024, with figures at 2 11 million, down from 2 17 million in May 2023
However there was an increase from April 2024 where unemployment stood at 2 04 million
Meanwhile the nation's employment rate in May of this year was 95 9% which was down from April 2024's 96 0 percent but up from 95 7 percent in May of the previous year
However, during a press conference, Claire Dennis Mapa, the PSA chief and National Statistician, noted that the underemployment rate rose to 9 9% in May from 9 6% in April
In another statement, Angara was grateful to Marcos for trusting and appointing him as the new DepEd Secretary
“I am deeply honored and grateful to President Ferdinand R Marcos Jr for the trust he has placed in me by appointing me as the secretary of the Department of Education
This significant responsibility is one I accept with humility and a profound sense of duty he said
He also said that he is committed to working with all sectors of society, including my predecessor Vice President Sara Duterte to ensure that every Filipino child has access to quality education I look forward to building upon her accomplishments ”
Additionally Angara said that education was the cornerstone of our nation s future and it is through collective effort that we can address the challenges and seize the opportunities ahead "
Duterte’s resignation will take effect on July 19 2024 without providing a reason; however, she stated that her resignation was not an act of “weakness” but rather an expression of her compassion for the teachers and Filipino youth
by Joanna Chiney Kaye Santos
This indicates that in May, 4 82 million of the 48 87 million people who were employed looked for part-time work or longer hours
The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) reaffirmed that the government would persist in its efforts to boost investments and execute important technological and inventive changes with the goal of raising productivity and creating more high-quality jobs
NEDA's Secretary Arsenio M Balisacan emphasized the agency ' s ongoing efforts on the Trabaho Para sa Bayan (TPB) plan
by Joanna Chiney Kaye Santos
Former President Rodrigo Duterte has denied Vice President Sara Duterte's statement that he, along
with the current mayor congressman of Davao City, will be running for Senate seats in the 2025 elections during an event in Tacloban City last Sunday, June 30
"Maniwala kayo kay Inday? I-jamming ka niyan nang husto Saan ka nakakita ng tatay pati dalawang anak magtakbo [sa Senado] Wag kayong kumagat kay Inday kasi yan si Inday kagaya ko rin yan he said
Duterte described the prospect of himself and his two sons serving in the Senate together as strange or "unusual "
“Anong gagawin namin sa Senate Anong gagawin namin doon?” he added
On June 25 Vice President Sara Duterte "confirmed" that her father and two brothers Baste and Paolo would be running for Senate seats in 2025, citing information from her mother
This announcement has reignited debates on political dynasties and Congress's failure to enact legislation banning them as stipulated in the 1987 Constitution
However, former President Rodrigo Duterte has made it clear that he would not be entering politics again, citing financial constraints
which is intended to serve as the Philippines' roadmap for comprehensive employment creation and economic recovery
“Since June, we have been conducting public consultations for the TPB Plan across all regions in the country We want to involve both employers and workers in understanding how various changes in the economy, society, and the environment have been affecting the world of work and how the different labor market actors have been adjusting to the changes The key is to identify effective and efficient solutions to their challenges and may continue to encounter,” Balisacan said
"Hindi na ako babalik ng politika Tapos na po ako Laos na ako Wala na akong panggastos, wala na lahat Ang naiwan sa akin siguro yabang," Duterte said
On the other hand Dr Froilan Calilung a political analyst from the University of Santo Tomas suggests that these supposedly conflicting statements might be a strategic move to gauge public perception
Maganda yung impresyon na na-create nito na para bang hindi sila ganid sa posisyon they’re not really greedy to be in power Pero when you keep on doing the same thing it creates public confusion and it may erode the trust in [their] words,” the analyst said
Dr Calilung also added that it could be part of the strategy for them (the Dutertes) to assess things thoroughly for the upcoming 2025 elections
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Ervin Russel Galang at Carnaley Avril Geronimo
Isang linya mula sa ating pambansang awit na sumisim-
bolo at nag-iiwan ng mahalagang mensahe na panahon na upang tumindig para sa ating bayan at mga karapatan Subalit sa ating henerasyon marami ang patuloy na nagbubulag-bulagan sa mga nangyayari sa ating paligid Kung kayat sa paanong paraan nga ba natin muling mapapaalab ang apoy na nagsasabing makialam makibaka para sa ating bayan?
Nitong ika-17 ng Hunyo, umugong ang balita tungkol sa inilabas na mga bidyo at larawan ng Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) kung saan makikita ang pagharang at pagigipit ng mga armadong Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) sa mga Pilipinong sundalo nakasakay sa Rigid-Hulled Inflatable Boats ng Pilipinas (RHIB)
Naganap ang nasabing engkwentro sa gitna ng rotation at resupply mission sa Barko ng Republika ng Pilipinas (BRP) Sierra Madre sa may Ayungin Shoal
Ayon sa AFP nasira rin ng CCG ang ilang RHIB at mga kagamitan pang-nabigasyon at komunikasyon nito maging ang cellphone ng mga Pilipinong sundalo Pitong sundalo rin ang nasugatan habang may isang naputulan ng daliri
Sa pangyayaring ito, naungkat ang usapin patungkol sa 1951 Mutual Defense Treaty (MDT),
Kung saan nakapaloob dito ang pangakong nilagdaan ang Pilipinas at Estados Unidos na kung magkaroon ng armadong pag-atake sa mga pwersa sasakyang panghimpapawid o sasakyang pandagat ipagtatanggol ng kabilang bansa ang kaalyado nitong bansa
Ayon kay Ray Powell isang maritime security expert maituturing ang nasabing aksyon ng CCG bilang isang armed attack
Iginiit niya na dahil hindi lamang nagpapaputok ang mga ito hindi na ito maituturing bilang armed attack
Nitong Sabado, salungat naman ang sinasabi ni Commodore Jay Tarriela, ang tagapagsalita ng Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) patungkol sa nasabing usapin
Aniya, hindi maituturing bilang armed attack ang nangyari noong Hunyo 17 sapagkat ang pagpigil sa pag-resupply ang intensyon ng Tsina at hindi pukawin ang 1951 MDT
Nilinaw rin niya na hindi dahil sa mga armas ng Tsina ang pagkaputol ng daliri ng sundalo kung hindi dahil sa bilis ng RHIB
Mula sa mga nakaraang kaganapan mahalagang mabigyan ng pansin at nararapat na solusyon ang umiinit na suliranin Hindi na ito bago palala nang palala ang mga engkwentro na hindi dapat isawalang bahala bagkus nararapat malapatan ng mapayapa at makatarungang solusyon upang hindi na mas lumaki ang gulo
Una masasaksihan sa balita nitong nakaraang buwan ang patuloy na pagbabantay at pananatili ng mga tauhan ng Tsina sa mga bahagi ng WPS na ating nasasakupan
Sa kalaunan tila mas nagiging agresibo ang kanilang mga gawain na siyang nakababahala na at mas nararapat nang bigyan ng aksyon sapagkat mas nalalagay na sa panganib ang buhay ng ating mga kababayan
Bukod sa mga naibalitang engkwentro nitong nakaraang linggo may mga naiulat na balita kung saan makikita ang pagiging mahigpit ng Tsina sa ating mangingisda na naglalayag sa bahagi ng WPS
Bukod dito, naging usapin din noong nakaraang buwan ang pagkasira ng ilang bahagi ng coral reef sa WPS Dito pa lang makikita na unti-unting umiinit ang suliranin na ito na hindi lamang nakapokus sa labanansa teritoryo kundi maging sa seguridad at pangkalikasan
Ngunit hindi ba't bahagi iyon ng ating bansa? Hindi ba't dapat malaya tayong nakapag layag sa sarili nating dagat? Hindi ba dapat mas paigtingin natin ang ating boses upang ipaglaban ang tunay na sa atin?
Sapagkat sa kahit anong anggulo tingnan nasa ating bansa ang karapatan upang angkinin ang karagatang pilit na inaangkin Sa ilalim ng International law matatandaan naipanalo ng Pilipinas sa 2016 Arbitral Ruling ang WPS dito rin ibinasura ang 9-Dash Line na ipinaglalaban ng Tsina
Sakop ito ng 200 nautical miles na bahagi ito ng ating Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) na nakasaad sa 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) kung kaya t may karapatan tayo upang ipaglaban ang katubigang tunay na sakop ng ating bansa
Ngunit kaugnay ng ating paglaban sa halip na idaan sa agresibong paraan nararapat lamang na idaan ito sa payapa at diplomatikong paraan
Ayon sa pahayag ni dating
Associate Justice Antonio Carpio patungkol sa mga kaganapan kamakailan, naniniwala siyang hindi pa nararapat gamitin ang MDT sapagkat walang “firearms” na ginamit, inilarawan niya ito bilang “escalation” pa lamang Aniya: “pag kumagat tayo, mas malakas ang firepower nila ” Payo niya na huwag mahulog sa bitag na maaring mauwi sa pagsalakay ng Tsina
Binigyang linaw din ni Philippine Navy Spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea Roy Vincent Trinidad ang pangako ng Pilipinas na “non-violence” sapagkat wala ito sa polisiya na mayroon ang West Philippine Sea
Ngunit sa paulit-ulit na pagmamalupit ng mga CCG sa mga Pilipino masasabi pa bang hindi pagkakaunawaan ito? Masyadong malubha na ang dinaranasng mga mangingisda Philippine Navy Officers at PCG Minamaliit masyado ang ganitong isyu kung tawagin lamang na isang “aksidente” o hindi pagkakaunawaan
Aksidente pa ba ang patuloy na ginagawang ng CCG sa kanila?
Malabong pagkakaunawaan ba ang rason kung bakit hindi na malayang makapag hanapbuhay ang mga mangingisda sa WPS?
Kung ika’y nasa panig ng bansa, kinakailangang hindi ka lamang papayag na maliit na pagkakamali ang rason sa mga isyu sa nasyon
Walang masama kung bigyang pangalan kung sino ang mali at itungo ang sitwasyon sa tama
Hindi dapat ipakita na tayo’y takot umamino harapin ang nangyayaring pagsupil sa bansa
Mag-iwan sana itong paalala sa atin na iisa lang ang ating bayan kaya kailangan natin itong ipaglaban hanggang sa ating makakaya
Sa panahon natin ngayon na puno na ng pangamba ang sambayanan, mahalagang gawin na natin ang mga nararapat imulat na ang ating mga mata at huwag matakot gamitin ang mga makabagong aplikasyon upang makapagbahagi ng mga impormasyon na makakatulong upang ipakita na may boses tayo at maging munting paalala sana ito na, tangkilikin natin ang sariling atin
“Mayor Alice, sa puwesto ipaalis.”
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to ang kadalasang masasalamin sa balita patungkol sa alkalde
ng Bamban, Tarlac na si Alice Guo
Mula sa kanyang tunay na pagkakakilanlan patungo sa iba’t ibang kaso kung saan nakadikit ang kanyang pangalan maraming katanungan ang patuloy na nanaig at patuloy na hinahanapan ng kasagutan
Ngunit paano nga ba nakalusot ang kanyang tunay na pagkakakilanlan?
Ano nga ba ang isinisiwalat nito para sa ating bayan?
Sa bayan na patuloy na natutulog maging hudyat kaya ang kaso na ito upang magising at matuto?
Nitong ika-3 ng Hulyo iniulat ni National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Director Jaime Santiago na hindi tugma ang ikatlong tala na ni Alice Guo noong 2005 sa nasabing alkalde ng Bamban Tarlac
Ayon kay Senator Risa Hontiveros:
“I think this is the single strongest piece of evidence already ” Ayon naman kay Comelec chairman George Garcia noong ika-30 ng Hunyo, maaari silang magsampa ng kaso sa nasabing opisyal
Ayon sa kaniya mula sa isang panayam sa Super Radyo dzBB, “Ang isang taong ‘yan ay pupwedeng humarap ng election offense na may three to five years na imprisonment At the same time, pwedeng maharap ng kasong perjury o dahil nagsinungaling nga sa isang pinanumpaan na dokumento, kasong falsification [of public document] ”
Makikita rin sa Certificate of Candidacy (COC) na nilagdaan ng nasabing alkalde ang kanyang deklerasyon na siya’y isang mamamayang Pilipino at hindi siya permanenteng residente o imigrante sa ibang bansa
Bukod dito may iba t ibang kaso pang kinahaharap ang nasabing alkalde isa na rito ang pagkakadawit ng kanyang pangalan at iba pang opisyal sa diumanong human traffiking na may kaugnayan sa sinalakay na Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) hub sa kanyang munisipalidad
Mula sa pangyayari ito nagsisilbi itong aral para sa ating bayan na imulat ang mga mata at pahalagahan ang bayang dati nang nawalay sa ating mga kamay
Hindi pa ba tayo matuto mula sa nakaraan?
Hindi pa ba tayo gigising mula sa madilim na pagkakatulog?
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Ang dami nang kailangan ayusin sa ating bansa at tila nagsisilbi na itong pampagising sa atin
Una, masasalamin sa pangyayari ang pangangailangan na ayusin at higpitan ang pamamalakad sa ating sistema maging sa ibang sangay ng gobyerno dahil katulad ng nangyari, nalusutan tayo
Ani ni Sen Sherwin Gatchalian: “Imagine may isang pekeng Pilipino na nakatakbo bilang mayor at kung hindi pa natin nadetect ito pwedeng maging congressman, pwedeng maging governor? At ilan pang ganitong posiblidad o pangyayari na mayroon tayo sa ating bansa dahil hindi lang natin nakikita?”
Ngayon isang katanungan: Kung maayos ang sistema natin, may makakalusot ba na ganito?
Mula sa pangyayaring ito masasalamin ang nakakabahalang sistema sa ating bansa Hindi lamang pag-aayos ang kinakailangan ngunit mahigpit na pagbabantay sa mga sektor ng pamahalaan upang maiwasan at higit sa lahat hindi na maulit muli ang pangyayaring ito
Gaya nang nangyari, nalusutan ang ating sistema mula sa kaniyang pagkakakilanlan
na nakaapekto sa kanyang pagtakbo sa pagiging alkalde Matatandaan isang kwalipikasyon sa pagiging alkalde ang pagiging mamamayang Pilipino
Nawa’y magtulak ang pangyayaring ito sa mas maganda at responsableng sistema sapagkat kung tutuusin hindi lamang pekeng pagkakailanlan ang kailangnang bantayan ngunit maging ang pamamahala ng mga lider na nakaluklok sa puwesto Lingid sa kaalaman ng patuloy na nagbubulagbulagan sa ilang taon na nagdaan laganap sa ating kasaysayan ang iba't ibang pagnanakaw at korapsyon ng mga ilang lider na ating niluklok sa puwesto
Kung kaya t bukod sa pagpapabuti ng ating sistema maging aral nawa ito sa atin na maging mapanuri at matalino sa pagboto ng lider na ating iluluklok
Bilang mga Pilipino, nasa ating mga kamay ang pagpili ng lider na ating iluluklok sa puwesto–karapatan natin ito kung kaya’t nararapat itong pahalagahan
Kung kaya’t nawa’y huwag magpadala sa mabubulaklak na salita at kilalanin nang husto ang ibobotong lider sapagkat sila ang mamahala sa ating bayan
Panghuli, kaugnay nang mahigpit na pagbabantay, tila hindi lamang sa pamahalaan ang kailangan tutukan ngunit maging ang mga POGO hub sa ating bansa
Matatandaan na nasangkot din ang pangalan ng nasabing alkalde sa illegal na POGO sa kanyang lugar Patagal nang patagal, maraming kaso ang naiididikit sa POGO hindi lamang sa munisipalidad ng alkalde ngunit maging sa ibang bahagi ng ating bansa
Mula sa mga scam at human trafficking tila mas maganda kung iban na muli ito upang hindi na lalong lumalala
Kagaya nga ng sinabi ni Senator Grace Poe “Please, we have to ban POGOs I-ban na natin ang POGO dahil hindi na natin sila kayang bantayan ”
Mula rito hindi maikakaila na nakakabahala ang mga pangyayari ito ngunit sa kabila nito nawa ’ y maging susi ito upang mamulat na sa tunay na kalagayan ng ating bansa Mula sa sistema at pamahalaan na nangangailangan ng pagsasaayos at paghihigpit patungo sa ating mga mamamayan na nangangailangan ng makibaka upang maging mulat
Halos isang taon na lamang at eleksyon na muli Nawa y buksan ang mata sa totoong kinalalagyan ng
ating bansa lalong lalo na sa totoong personalidad ng opisyal na ihahalal
Nawa’y huwag masilaw sa pera sa mga maling ginagawa ng kandidato at sa kapangyarihan
Upang sa dulo maihalal ang tunay na lider Isang lider na ipaglalaban ang ating bayan mula sa mga nagtatangkang sumira nito
At higit sa lahat, isang lider na handang protektahan ang ating mamamayang patuloy na naghahangad ng magandang kinabukasan
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by Franchessca Avendaño
Istunning face are not sufficient for the public to idolize a celebrity anymore
For many celebrity fanatics staying silent about issues is no longer acceptable
These fans are starting to demand and urge their idols to use their platforms for the greater good
With the rise of “cancel culture," many celebrities are put into microscopic spotlights, where they are criticized for every moment they don’t speak about an issue
byJoannaChineyKayeSantos
Amidst the joyful drenching of Wattah Wattah Festival, the line between festivity andinconvenienceblurs
Othe annual San Juan Fiesta, also known as Basaan or Wattah Wattah Festival, which brought together both locals and visitors Amid the celebratory atmosphere and the intense summer heat, it was hard to miss one of the focal points of the day: people of all ages, carrying hoses, buckets, and water guns, joyfully dousing each other in water
This day commemorates the birth of St John the Baptist a prominent figure in the Catholic Church known for baptizing Jesus in the Jordan River He was later imprisoned and executed on the orders of King Herod
Despite Basaan being a yearly tradition the San Juan Metro Manila government implemented limits via a 2018 ordinance to protect individuals in public and private vehicles many of whom are unrelated to the celebration and are merely trying to make a living Reports of people drenching motorcyclists truck drivers and jeepney passengers students and workers sparked a social media outcry this year
Take the ongoing Israel-Palestine war; many celebrities are now considered “canceled” for their silence about the issue
The American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift is one of the main examples of this phenomenon
Swift has been facing countless criticisms and backlash for her silence about the issue Many people claim that she only speaks up about issues that concern her, calling her a “white performative activist ”
Another example is the singer and actress Selena Gomez who faced the same criticisms as Swift leading her to post an Instagram story that read I wish I could change the world But a post won t
Raising the argument of whether a celebrity should still involve themselves in issues
We are all aware of the quote With great power comes great responsibility” from the Marvel comic Spider-Man
Even though celebrities are neither lawmakers nor government officials they possess a certain power that a mere individual doesn t have: their fame and platform
They have a voice that can be heard by millions and millions of people, a platform that is accessible to many
Celebrities should be responsible for how they use their platforms
They have the ability to educate and spread awareness
What was once a much-loved event has now become a point of conflict since it causes disturbance to other people
Imagine strolling through city streets, only to be unexpectedly drenched from head to toe by water guns or hoses wielded by people celebrating the feast The sudden shock can lead to frustration, inconvenience, and even discomfort, especially for those carrying personal belongings or heading to school or work, or even simply to those people who do not wish to participate in the said event
What may be exhilarating for some can be disruptive and even distressing for others Respect and empathy should not be subordinated to the preservation of tradition
While the origins of Basaan may be traced back to symbolic regeneration, the modern version of the festivity occasionally seems to ignore the comfort and consent of people who are unintentionally caught in the crossfire Shouldn t everyone have the right to enjoy public spaces without the fear of being soaked to the bone?
Change starts with a voice that speaks up and if you have a voice that many people are able to hear, you should use it to help those who can’t speak for themselves
If you can use your voice to sing in a 3-hour-long concert you can use it to raise awareness within 3 minutes
Before we are celebrities lawmakers or professionals we are humans first
We should always remember that as humans, we have a duty to society a duty to stand for what is right and to help those in need because change starts with each and everyone of us
Just like what Rev Fr Jerome Secillano, Executive Secretary of the CBCP Permanent Committee on Public Affairs, said,
“The lack of ‘water splashing’ should not dampen their fiesta spirit Fiesta, after all, is a joyous celebration of faith and not of some mundane cultural traditions or customs ”
We can fully embrace the spirit and joy of St John s feast day without disturbing the tranquility and comfort of others
We can make sure that everyone can take part in the celebrations in their own unique way by remaining mindful of others' limits and showing consideration for other people
The celebration experience can be enhanced for both attendees and spectators when a respectful and inclusive environment is promoted
This can be achieved in a number of ways, such as by designating specific places for water play, using water resources thoughtfully, or just by being careful of our surroundings
The Catholic Church commemorates this day to honor the sanctity of Saint John and foster unity among people, emphasizing harmony over division
In celebrating our faith and tradition, let's uphold the dignity of all through mindful consent andmutualrespect.
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byArabellaMishulani
The resignation of Vice President Sara Duterte as the secretary of
the Department of Education (DepEd) and the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-ELCAC) was no huge surprise for Filipinos
This action ultimately declares her exit from President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr ’s Cabinet also suggesting the ending point of their 2022 electoral alliance, “Uniteam ”
The last two years in DepEd under Duterte has been left with poorly planned projects an alarming performance in global education assessments and still underdeveloped school facilities
Suddenly those high expectations of her supporters faded away further causing a rift between supporters of Marcos and Duterte
Critics from right to left, Duterte’s time as DepEd secretary was filled with remarks of experts and dismay of the public to which she put an end to by red-tagging A leading example was from 2023 when she received criticisms because of her P150 million confidential funds proposal She clarified that the funds will be used for security and surveillance since sexual grooming, terrorism recruitment, and drug use of DepEd personnel are prevalent during these times, however, these issues are far from the central problem of education
Gabriela Representative Arlene Brosas pointed out in a senate hearing statement “Kulang tayo sa classrooms kulang tayo sa upuan kulang tayo sa textbook learning tapos maglalagay tayo ng confidential funds na hindi naman natin maa-account ”
Duterte had only 3 673 classrooms built in 2023 which is half of the 6 000 classrooms target still quite far from the 159 000 shortage Even with a a P17 billion budget for classroom construction this 2024 the progress remained slow
After the continued opposition towards the confidential funds, Duterte ignited a heated defense over this, calling those who oppose as “enemies of peace.”
But peace is no where to be found if public officials do not disclose how the nation’s tax is spent
Bayan secretary Gen Renato Reyes describes Sara’s defensive statements as a mirror to her “fascist mindset” for not accepting criticism on lack of transparency Fortunately the confidential funds proposal was no longer pursued as it only caused disruption among Filipinos
If the DepEd secretary herself is a misfit for the job, expect that whoever she appoints also have no background in education
There were two former military officials who were assigned beside her position in DepEd overlooking the administrative strand The former commander of the Philippine Army’s 10th Infantry Division Major General Nicolas Mempin had a P80 000 monthly salary as a confidential “technical consultant” before Sara positioned him as the undersecretary
Meanwhile, Sara’s assistant secretary, Brigadier General Noel Baluyan, used to be an assistant division commander of the 3rd Infantry Division Basically, ever since Marcos crushed Sara’s dream to be in the defense, she has been projecting a military setting in DepEd
If one wants to see the outcomes of Duterte’s actions in reshaping the Philippine educational curriculum, take a glance at the 2023 Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) that revealed a worrisome result In a total of 81 countries, the Philippines ranked 71st
According to the data released by DepEd 15-year old Filipinos were not able to reach the minimum level of proficiency for Science Reading and Mathematics
How come there is still no significant progress from the academic performance of Filipino students, despite promises of revising the system?
In a senate hearing for the PISA results, multiple senators raised certain issues and faults in a classroom setting that affected the outcomes of the assessments
Learning topics has been accustomed to memorization making it difficult to answer real life applications and problem solvings in an assessment like PISA
Former DepEd director for curriculum and development Joyce Andaya states that formative tests must be implemented in the learning scenarios inside the classroom
Andaya recalls how the K to 12 curriculum focuses on cognitive demands But still the Philippines has been on the below average streak for years now suggesting that the curriculum needs its revisions
This is already a pressing issue even before Sara entered office yet until now 15 year old Filipinos still have low reading comprehension
The Matatag curriculum was a highlight from Duterte’s years in DepEd that aimed to do solutionize the global assessment problem This is now being implemented in pilot schools hoping to tackle the deficiencies of learners in literacy and numerical literacy
The newly revised K to 10 curriculum is defined as “less congested” as it reduces the subjects and lessons taught from K to 12
Yet, studies declare otherwise, as found by the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) and Philippine Institute of Development Studies, there is said to be “ no statistical difference” in the percentage of expected competencies to gain between pilot schools of Matatag curriculum and non-pilot schools
In Duterte’s final promises, she plans to review and make revisions to the K to 12 curriculum, however her resignation might’ve suggested that won’t happen any longer
In light of all the dismal actions made by Duterte she was able to put an end to the additional administrative work of teachers in their respective institutions
To do this 5 000 will be hired for the necessary administrative work along with maintenance and other operating expenses In addition to that she also initiated compensation for overworked teachers
We want to ensure that our teachers are rightfully compensated for hours of actual classroom teaching beyond the 6-hour limit provided under the Magna Carta for teachers, Duterte stated
The former secretary admits how she felt guilty that she cannot freely release plans and enforce actions since her knowledge in education is limited Through the assistance of educational experts, she waits for their own review before she initiate actions
Even Duterte herself admitted that she isn t fit or well prepared for this position yet she is assigned here It must ve taken a lot of confidence and greed to accept a job you aren t 100% capable of even knowing how much of a waste it would be for the people you will serve
As for Filipino youth, the core mandates of DepEd, it is their right to not just receive quality education but also be heard
There are still underskilled teachers in the Philippines that require thorough guidance and trainings
One goal the department can focus on is closing the gap among private and public institutes
These schools do not have the equal amount of quality facilities and commendable teachers
IF THERE COULD BE CONSISTENT TRAINING PROGRAMS AND TEACHING DEMONSTRATIONS IMPLEMENTED FOR FREE TEACHERS WILL LEARN HOW TO REACH HIGHER IN THEIR CAREER
IF FACILITIES ARE FUNDED CONTINUOUSLY AND EQUIPMENT IS UPDATED REGULARLY STUDENTS GET TO EXPERIENCE PRACTICAL WORK OFTEN AND HAVE MORE INTERACTIVE LEARNING INSIDE THE CLASSROOM
Now that Duterte is out of the picture, the educational system of the Philippines can say “good riddance” to incompetent leaders
The newly assigned secretary for DepEd was applauded since Sen Sonny Angara was seen to give hopes for strong and effective reforms
Still, it all depends upon what the future global assessments will turn out, whether funds are spent properly and displayed for the public, and how much of a development will Angara do for every Juan s education
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Wreaching P15.8 trillion as of February 2024 it is wise that every centavo from Filipino taxpayers hard-earned money be spent on purposeful expenditures
There are countless integral areas in Filipinos’ lives that are in dire need for invention and innovation such as healthcare job opportunities housing public transportation and food allocation
However as if to spite the people and taxpayers in the face the government instead chooses to allocate billions of its budget on avertible projects citing the most recent case of the New Senate Building (NSB)
On June 10, the newly appointed Senate President Chiz Escudero expressed his shock upon learning that the needed amount to complete the upper chamber’s new home in Fort Bonifacio, Taguig would be P23 billion
This is a huge leap in amount given that the alleged initial cost only amounted to P8.9 billion as per Senator Alan Peter Cayetano the new chairman of the committee on accounts
Upon further requests by the Senate President to probe the ballooning costs of the infrastructure the construction of phase 3 was put into a halt and senate investigations are currently underway
According to the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and an October 2023 document obtained by Rappler, 77% of Phase 1 amounting to P8.9 billion is completed
This accordingly only entails the core and shelf of the building including glass windows and elevators Phase 2 amounting to P2 5 billion is 18% completed which encompasses the tiles ceiling works other elevators generator sets fire protections and escalators Phase 3 which is yet to be obligated and includes works to complete is said to cost P10.33 billion
The grand total indicated in the document was only P21.73 billion and not P23 billion which was the root cause behind Senator Cayetano and Senator Binay s heated argument during the recently conducted public hearing by the senate committee on accounts
Senator Nancy Binay the previous chairman of the committee on accounts insisted that there was no P23 billion amount on the DPWH’s documents
However, Senator Cayetano insisted that the computation should include the land acquisition cost, which is an additional P1.6 billion
No matter how deep the senate probes into the matter, it is still imprudent to spend billions of the national budget into building an impractical and extravagant infrastructure, especially for a country who is struggling financially
The plan to acquire a senate’s own building has been going on for nearly two decades Overall it is a practical and sustainable plan especially since the senate has been renting its office space from the GSIS and its parking space from the SSS amounting to a total of P170.4 million per year
What makes it highly questionable however are the excessive cost size and location
Choosing BGC where property values reach almost P1 million per square meter is completely unnecessary There are other prime locations in Manila that could cost less than the extravagant Fort Bonifacio
There are other prime locations in Manila that could cost less than the extravagant Fort Bonifacio Furthermore, Senator Panfilo Lacson initially suggested building the costly NSB in 2017 due to the need for additional space and modern facilities
These massive structures were constructed in anticipation of accommodating 65 senators aligned with the Duterte administration's proposed shift to a federal system of government An overshoot of 41 people in its capacity given that these senators also have their own employees is overkill
On the other hand the lavish design and massive budget allotted for the project could be a way to cover up corruption behind the curtains
According to recent reports, the ₱3 1 billion spent on the first phase of the building s construction was classified as a lump sum, exempting it from detailed auditing
This classification heightens suspicions of extensive irregularities in the procurement of materials and other aspects It adds to the suspicion that its main contractor is Hilmarc s Construction Corporation the same company that was involved with the overpriced P2.3 billion Makati City Hall in 2014
Without proper checks and balances, the NSB can actually be an avenue for politicians to commit corruption – a diversion tactic under the guise of progress
It is deeply concerning how those in power can easily acquire what they want using the taxes that common citizens worked so hard to earn
While these politicians indulged in grand interior high-tech facilities and basement parking capable of accommodating 1 200 private vehicles Filipinos struggle with substandard public infrastructures increasing commodities’ prices poor public healthcare and education among others
Public funds are public for a reason. As taxpayers of this country, every citizen has the right to demand, as taxes are meant to benefit the society, not just the select.
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“Our day will come soon and we won’t even realize how quick it passed.”
Ttheir seniors as they shared they college applications journey online
New posts refresh from one online group to another with 5 to 30 applications, they state how many schools they passed and their experience from each of it
The College Entrance Tests (CET) are exams taken from private and public state universities in the Philippines as an entry key for the school The scope and style of these tests vary per university as it requires a thorough application process before receiving a test permit
Common CETs taken in the country are the University of the Philippines College Admissions Test (UPCAT)
Ateneo College Entrance Test (ACET), University of Santo Tomas Entrance Test (USTET), De La Salle University College Admissions Test (DCAT), and local state universities also have an entrance exam For scholarships there is the Department of Science and Technology Merit Scholarship, Commission on Higher Education Merit Scholarship and more scholarship programs provided by businesses schools and the government
Some of the incoming seniors who are in the starting mark of their college application season continue to grow anxious feelings if they will have successful outcomes as well
Worry no more CET and Scholarship Test takers, this article is well prepared with tips and suggestions from four entrance exam and scholarship test qualifiers
Meet the graduated seniors from Centro Escolar Integrated School of Malolos who are en route for their dream Mr Roi Edan Victoria Ms Precious Sabine Pinto Ms Francine
Dianne Cardenas and Ms Jada Kalia
Aquino Get to hear their own stories and advice from their college applications journey
Review Centers, Materials, and Resources
Francine enrolled in a review center but she weighs in a stronger weapon in preparation for the exams which is building a foundation This helped her the most since stock knowledge can be your buddy in understanding the concepts on various subjects under the coverage of the exam
While for Jada’s review center experience, she described it as counter-productive since she wasn t able to absorb information consistently
Despite that she reminds that the student must know if they can fully commit to reviewing If you know you can, then a review center would be beneficial
Best Time to Prepare
According to Roi two to four weeks can be enough for those who are not fully confident yet
In the case of multiple CETs scattered throughout the year
Precious suggested that UPCAT review should be done for at least two months
USTET and ACET review can also be inserted during summer break since the both happens during the academic year, DCAT review can be done during Christmas break and lastly she stated that she took five days before the DOST Scholarship Test to review
Review Techniques and Tips
A review technique to do when you don t have an idea how to start is by using Roi’s suggestion of a modified pomodoro This can start up the engine in your head review
The timer can be turned off when you re finally in a consistent focus mode A lot of social media apps and websites offers numerous mock tests that you just have to find
Precious recommends taking them with a timer to assess the speed and accuracy
Francine states, It is impossible for you to learn or review everything in a short period of time which is why she suggests to focus on the general basics since it ll contribute to long term memory In addition to that she introduces her own method called “freezing.” According to her “ you stop reviewing hours or days before the exam to avoid too much information flooding your mind The goal of this technique is to improve concentration and retain important concepts
Keeping that in mind Jada suggests to focus on those you have difficulty in mastering
Exam Tips: UPCAT
The UPCAT is known for utilizing a right minus wrong checking system wherein four mistakes will cost you a one point deduction
Roi introduces two methods in approaching the exam; In a playsafe method you are free to leave some answers blank
When you ’ re not feeling confident on your answers in a few items leaving them blank is your shot to avoid deductions and keep track of time As for the gambler method, you use the process of elimination
In general you will answer all the items by making an educated guess, in which there is a risk that you may get deducted According to him, one should commit to only one test-taking method and not combine the two
Additionally it is not advised to stay too long on one item
Precious shares a general tip when you want higher chances of getting into UP which is to choose one National Capital Region campus and one provincial campus
For instance, Precious chose ManilaLos Banos She also added how there are deadly combos in campus choices because they vary University Predicted Grade (UPG) to which these combos often have the highest cutoffs making it competitive
In the aspect of motivation Precious clarifies that if you re really confident with your grades and exam results feel free to choose them
During Jada s UPCAT she wasn't able to finish the last sub-test because of lack of time For the other CETS there were questions at the end that she wasn t able to read so she ended up guessing them From this experience she advises eliminating pressure while taking the CETs, further discussing how if your mind is at ease, it would be easier for you to understand and think clearly
Just do what you can do do your best, and always keep in mind the time limit
Francine highlights how it is important to “be mindful of your progress.” She explains that difficult items don’t need too much attention, it s best to skip it and return to it when you still have time
Exam Tips: USTET
Precious explains that Fail one fail all rule is applied in the USTET If one subtest failed to make the passing score it ll result to a rejection
The subtests include Science Math, English, and Mental Ability, though there are other subtest depending on the program you chose it is important to get a good foundation of every subtest she added
Exam Tips: ACET
The blue school might just be your dream school, here are tips coming from Precious
Since there is no Science portion in the exam it is essential that the student is well exercised in reading heavy and long passages From her own experience, Precious recalls a subtest called Analogies which makes you answer 25 items in five minutes CET TIPS PAGE 11
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Exam Tips: ACET
It is better to cross out the correct answer instead of fully shading it because shading is time-consuming She also highlights the important of the application essay in which you must introduce yourself in a way they’d get a impressionable mindset and express your willingness to study there Lastly she states that If the committee reintroduces essay writing during the examination, write a standard introduction-bodyconclusion while keeping it engaging
Exam Tips: AtBulSU
Precious advises to use your time wisely when taking AtBulSU since it has no time limit for each subtest
Exam Tips: DCAT
During the exam there was a short break in between where you can go to the comfort room and use your phone According to Precious, you can maximize this break to take a breather go to the washroom and eat your snacks
Additionally DCAT has a Statistics subtest which is why it is important to refresh your knowledge on the subject
Exam Tips: DOST
Your knowledge in Science should determine your performance here as it's the subtest with the most items
Precious reminds that if you re planning to take a DOST scholarship be sure that your desired program is accredited by DOST Don't let this chance slip by especially if you re gonna enter the field of medicine
Final Words of Advice
In the final part of the interview each of them gave their final messages Roi finishes off his interview with a reminder to stay calm and it s fine to think twice if needed and he concludes it with a final statement “take the risk ”
Precious also has her list of messages to share; first is that manifestation works wonders if and only if you also put hard work in things that you do second when application period starts it is much more easier if the requirements was prepared beforehand third check the curriculum in choosing a program be certain that you ’ re interested in studying the subjects, and fourth, feel free to apply for more than one schools and most importantly scholarships
The best case scenario according to her is applying for one school-funded one government-funded and one company-funded scholarships
And finally if the odds ever are in your favor her final advice is to consider many factors in choosing the university that you’ll enroll in such as the excellence and performance at board exams, lodging options, and finances
Francine ends her interview with a quote that says you may not always get the result that you want, but at least you have no regrets about not taking the risk ”
From there we can pick up something better than rejection, which is the continuous push to try again
Jada sends off a warm greeting to enjoy this first step of adulthood and make the most out of it since it will only be experienced once
Sooner than later this phase will be over and the first day at college will come knocking at our doorstep For whatever dream failed to seize, there s always another path you are meant to go
You’ve finally set your mindset now don’t let this word echo your heart and mind in the next years of your life;
“Padayon.”
The Sandcastle Dreams
“What is your dream?”
The question we all have once heard from our
loved ones teachers or anyone in particular
Four words yet are not answerable by one I believe dreams are divided into two: the dreams we had as a kid and the ones we have now
The dreams we shared with our parents when we were at the young age of 5 or 6 are often seen as impossible and unattainable
Remember what yours were? Mine were: to be an astronaut living in space to be a celebrity with a pink car traveling around the world, and to live in a house with infinite rooms of stuff and playgrounds–all at once
These are the dreams I excitedly shared whenever asked who I wanted to be when I grew up The dreams that seem to fade away as we grow up
While the dreams we have now are sometimes pursued for practicality
Those dreams we have that are not known to fend for one s needs are merely splashed away like sand when waves crash the shore
They touch the mind but will never stay as if nothing would ever allow them to be considered
And some dreams evoke the feeling of coming back home The warm feeling of reaching your dream after the bumpy path you ’ ve taken
Those dreams that are like the salt of the ocean – ingrained in you as if you ’ ve carried them your whole life
Despite any odds, you re determined to make them a reality just like building a sandcastle
Even though you know it will crumble when the waves hit you still want to build it – because who would not want to see a well-crafted sandcastle with all its defined windows and a waving flag on top?
Like Lola Filipina Adele Balite who despite the failures and uncertainties decided to pursue her lifelong dream at the age of 84
In 1982, Lola Filipina took the Certified Public Accountant Licensure Examination (CPALE) in the hope of achieving a ticket towards accounting
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Unfortunately, the stars did not align with her
She then worked as a bookkeeper for years and never got the chance to take the board exam again but Lola Filipina never once relinquished her aspirations At the age of 84 Lola Filipina strived again She seizes the opportunity of taking the CPALE for the second time
She happily accepted a scholarship offered to her because she wanted to pursue her dream of becoming an accountant
Unfortunately she failed to pass for the second time But the burning fire within her will not be soon snuffed out as this failure did not stop her from chasing her dream further Lola Filipina still plans to take the next CPALE until her dream unfolds right in her eyes
"If you cannot make it, go ahead. Kuha ulit. Dapat tuloy lang,” - Lola Filipina
In this vast world amidst the ebb of society and the growing population pursuing one ’ s dreams may seem daunting
But remember dreaming itself is always within one s grasp Chasing aspirations may sometimes be a luxury beyond our reach but we must never give up
Cliche as it sounds but life is not a race – our dreams will patiently await us Dream all you want and seize them when you are capable enough
Life can feel like a broken record at times, replaying
again and again the same painful melody of missed opportunities, broken promises, and regrettable choices
These create a lingering bitterness in our life serving as constant reminders of what could have been
But within this cacophony of regret, a fragile hope shines through the possibility of a second chance
"Areyouwillingtogive it your all for the chanceofanewstart?"
Ten minutes, the only given time for you to meet someone from the past again Ten minutes to tell them everything you ’ ve been wanting to tell But after that you have to live with all the lingering loneliness and what-ifs because nothing will change Even if you cry your heart out or plead –nothing will change Will you still take the chance?
Ifyoucouldgoback, whowouldyouwantto meet?
Would you want to meet your best friend from 10 years ago?
The one you shared your little secrets with The one you run to when everything gets tough Would you go back and rekindle all the memories you have shared? All the little talks under the moonlit night
And the whispers and giggles while talking at the back of the class Then in a snap everything changed Everything was gone
The one you once promised you would spend your life with even giving them a space in your own house – just in case they would be kicked out of their own house
Would you want to meet them again and hug them tighter? Telling them how much you miss them and what you could give up just to have them back But then, nothing will change They would still slip away from your fingertips nonetheless
16 and enjoying her life to the fullest as if her whole life was meticulously planned The kind and sweet girl who loves to look at the flowers blooming outside while wearing this beautiful summer hat given by her mother
A lovely girl with these eyes that turns into a crescent moon whenever she sees dogs passing by not minding how it could be possible for them to bite her A carefree one What would you say if you had met her?
Whispers of Yesterday, Dreams of Tomorrow
byWendyAmorPinedaandNeomieAshleyVasquez
That her cooking is one of the best food you have ever tasted even though sometimes it lacks spices and such? Would you tell her you love how she takes care of and fends for your needs? Would you finally tell her that you love her? But nothing will change still
Even if you had told her all these things, in the present she would still think that you hate her cooking as you were never an outspoken child
Ifyoucouldrewind back time, where wouldyousteerthe chancegiventoyou?
I have never been a fan of recalling the past That relentless feeling of longing for the what-ifs and lingering almosts A devastating yet comforting sensation that makes you shiver But I would be lying if I say I have never reminisced about the past
How countless of what-ifs never crossed my mind every single day
How scenes from years ago never played inside my brain like a historical and somehow comedic film that seeks a good ending
Maybe, it was human nature after all how we constantly yearn for second chances
The human nature that craves redemption We yearn to rewrite the past to mend fences and to reclaim connections that have frayed We see this desire manifest across generations from the child desperately seeking forgiveness for a broken toy to the adult longing to reconnect with a loved one after years of estrangement
Despite our best efforts life does not have a convenient pause button – we cannot simply hit rewind Time marches forward and the consequences of our actions can leave permanent scars Some bridges may be burned beyond repair and people may have moved on leaving the space they once occupied in our lives that can never be filled again
The concept of second chances is not just about the interpersonal relationships that we have It extends to the missed opportunities and unfulfilled dreams Oh, how it reminds me of the unimaginable dreams my best friend and I once shared under the scorching heat The dream of spending our days going around the world
While wasting all the evenings talking about the difficulties faced in the corporate world And picturing how happy both our mothers would be if they got the chance to live their dreams just like how we got the chance to become who we are today
The strong desire for a second chance can have a powerful hold over our thoughts and actions
It acts as a driving force that pushes us toward personal growth and self-improvement
When we acknowledge and learn from our past mistakes, we open ourselves up to transformation and development
Regret, despite its painful definition, can motivate us to make meaningful changes in our lives We become more mindful of our actions, cultivate healthier relationships, and make choices that align with our values
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Even the fact that we tried our best, the decision to offer a second chance ultimately lies with the one who was hurt
Second chance is a gift, freely given, and can never be demanded, despite the relationship that the person used to have with us
It requires more than just mere words Some may choose to embrace reconciliation, while others may find closure in letting go
Respecting their choice regardless of how difficult it may be is an essential part of the process Therefore I firmly believe that action without words is just simply confusing and at the same foolish
To dream is to embracechanges. Many people would say that once the sun gleams it symbolizes new beginnings
The path to second chances is never easy
It requires humility courage and a commitment to selfimprovement A gentle reminder that we are not defined by our mistakes
With a willingness to learn a sincere desire to change and a touch of hope we can rewrite the soundtrack of our lives transforming the echoes of regret into a melody of redemption
After all, life is meanttobelived.
byJessieJillianneRacoma
“Am I really ready for this?” she wondered, her gaze lingering on the rooms that had witnessed countless school dramas.
The hallways, once bustling with footsteps and whispered secrets,
now stretched out before her like an uncharted map
Chairs rooms and physics notes these were the artifacts of her high school days but beyond those walls lay a new world waiting to be explored
Moving the tassel of her cap from right to left, symbolizing a gesture marking the end of one chapter and the beginning of another
Her mind is thinking too much contemplating the journey ahead of her college life with all its promises and uncertainties
College the word echoed like a distant thunderstorm It carried the weight of independence and the fear of the unknown
Too many questions in her mind: “What is it really like to be a college student? Will I find my place? Will I succeed?”
For years older people have been saying that college is for selfdiscovery and personal growth You ll find your passion, assuring her
“You will explore new ideas and meet great friends.” But amidst the excitement, doubts kept on disturbing her
Was the course she had chosen a right fit? Late nights were spent poring over social media as she compared majors and seeking advice from teachers and seniors
As the graduation ceremony concluded the student stepped out into the air She felt a mix of optimism and trepidation
She may not know exactly what lies ahead but for sure she is excited to embrace the challenges and opportunities that awaits them on this new academic frontier
After all, isn't that what life is all about taking risks pursuing your passions, and daring to dream big?
And so, with a deep breath, she stepped beyond the corridors, leaving behind the familiar and embracing the uncharted
The rain began to fall but it felt different now refreshing, like the promise of growth
College life awaited, and she was ready to write her own story one filled with courage, resilience, and the magic of discovery
And so, if you ’ re reading this and you ’ re contemplating college life
My dear reader, if you find yourself at the threshold of college, remember this: Life is an adventure, and the journey beyond the corridors is where you’ll find your truest self.
Yet, uncertainty lingered like a stubborn shadow.
As the droplets danced on her graduation gown she knew that this was her moment
byNeomieAshleyVasquez
“Maybe that’s what happens when you grow up, you feel less joy”
Since the release of Inside Out 2 on June 14, 2024, social
media has been buzzing with references to the film like spoilers Having not seen it yet I was curious about a trending line delivered by the character Joy
But is this truly the case? Does growing up steal our childhood Joy or do we simply forget the ways we used to embrace happiness?
Inside Out 2 provides a comforting experience for those who watched the first film released in 2015 It effectively captures the roller-coaster emotions of Riley as a kid when her family moved to a new place
In the sequel, we see Riley as a teenager reflecting the development of the film s original audience It seems as though the creators may have intentionally waited for us to grow up before creating the sequel
This shared experience allows the movie to delve deeper into the complexities of growing up exploring the internal struggles that we teenagers face through the lens of Riley's emotions
After watching the movie, I was surprised to realize that it was made for kids The film s brilliance lies not just in personifying emotions but in portraying them as a nuanced and interconnected system
As the film goes beyond the original cast of emotions introducing a new generation of Riley's inner-world emotions Envy with her sickly green hue, embodies the yearning for what others possess
Embarrassment a blushing mess of pink represents the selfconsciousness that consumes many teenagers
In addition to that there's Ennui a world-weary embodiment of apathy and sarcasm
Last but not the least is the introduction of Anxiety showing how it can distort self-perception and create a chaotic inner world
The way the film portrayed the complexity of human emotions was truly remarkable It perfectly captured the depth of our inner experiences in a way that words cannot fully convey
That one part in the movie where Riley had a panic attack resonated with me even bringing me to tears
Especially when Riley's selfperception shifts from "I'm a good person " to "I'm not good enough " it powerfully shows how anxiety can impact our lives
It affects everything from friendships and belonging to even creating worries about nonexistent problems The most heartbreaking thing is that we can lose sight of who we truly are
Riley s mind had become a whirlwind Her emotions wrestled with a suffocating wave of anxiety Joy, once the leader of Riley s inner world had tirelessly fought to calm both the frantic Riley and the oppressive Anxiety
Realization sinks into Joy as she then remembers that she used to do the same thing like tossing the bad memories of Riley so that it will not develop into Riley’s sense of self She then reminded Anxiety, with her voice raw with emotion, We don t get to choose who Riley is."
It s like a gentle reminder for all of us about how our life experiences both good and bad shape who we become
Whether we ' re young or old everything we go through adds to the amazing story of our lives and makes us us Our memories with all their mixed-up emotions and lessons altogether define what are we that makes us beautiful human beings
Remember the powerful scene in Inside Out where Joy tells Sadness that Riley needs her?
Later in the movie the dynamic shifts As Sadness tells Joy that Riley wants her This wonderful and beautifully crafted scene symbolizes the film's message that as we grow older we learn to control our emotions not the other way around
At the end of the day all our emotions are part of us Look closer and you ll see hints of other emotions within each character's design Joy s hair has a touch of Sadness blue, and Disgust s scarf carries a hint of Fear s purple
We have the right to feel them all, as long as they re needed at the moment we re experiencing Bottling them up isn't healthy; all emotions are valid True joy comes from embracing them all even the hardest ones not just the ones we perceive as "positive."
Inside Out 2 isn't just simply a coming-of-age story it's a celebration of beauty inside the messy growth It reminds us that growing up doesn't mean losing joy, but rather it is about finding the courage to persevere through challenges and rediscover joy in the smallest things, even amidst the inevitable storms of life After all, isn't that what makes our life so rich and our stories so worth telling?
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exercises Picture the graduation ceremony not as a bittersweet ending, but as a metamorphosis
Picture a stage not just for past achievements but also for igniting passion and fire for the future In the hushed air of the venue a voice echoes out
Precious Sabine Pinto valedictorian of senior high school batch 2023 - 2024 Centro Escolar Integrated SchoolMalolos wasn t just a typical graduation speaker Her words of gratitude soared beyond awards and plans for the future It was woven with threads: gratitude kindness and a call to action
Pinto’s journey wasn’t an easy path that led her straight to the top of the class “I realized that true fulfillment lies beyond merit
I came to understand that the path meant for you will always be yours to walk she declared
It colored a painting of a student who, at first, dived headfirst to grab the golden star of academic achievement Along the way she discovered a richer treasure at the peak of the mountain: the value of personal growth She shared how she learned to embrace challenges as a guide, not as roadblocks that prevented her from reaching the summit
There was one golden but priceless thread that ran throughout her speech She had no hesitation in naming those who stood alongside her She spoke of the influence of her teachers and mentors of family and friends who were the wind beneath her wings
She spoke of The Escolarian, that the student publication wasn t just about journalism; it was about finding her voice and fueling her drive to pursue journalistic excellence during her two-year stay in the organization
As she mentioned specific individuals one thought should come to mind: the acknowledgment of the village it takes to raise a successful student
Pinto s vision however expanded beyond the bounds of academics “As we approach adulthood our perspectives have matured We are no longer wide-eyed freshmen but discerning young adults.”
It was a powerful call to arms urging her fellow graduates to have a social responsibility challenging them to become the voices and ears of the unheard
Her words were heavy with the weight of the ongoing struggles in Palestine, Congo, Sudan, and Yemen
The silence that engulfed the air underscored the gravity of her message: this was a commencement not just for academic excellence not just for academia but a tool for the world that needs compassion and action
The final thread Pinto had woven into her speech was kindness Knowledge can open doors but only kindness unlocks hearts Always be gentle and remember that kindness goes a long way for with understanding comes compassion in carrying unseen burdens ” she spoke with confidence
It was a simple yet earnest message a memorandum that genuine success goes beyond academic recognition
Pinto finished her remarks with a flourish and a lighthearted metaphor
With a nod toward her past experiences she said that leaving CEIS felt like leaving a scorpion s lair But now she was flying into Ateneo's blue nest - a knowledge and opportunity haven
Pinto took a more solemn turn pledging her loyalty to the principles of science and virtue ready to stretch her wings and achieve greatness wherever fate takes her
There was a strong sense of purpose in the last few words she spoke She declared “Everything I do I do Pro amor omnibus Deo et patria – for love of everything, God, and country."
Despite their time in this beloved institution coming to an end wherever their path takes them the future is not something to wait for it s something one should create With wings outstretched and hearts ablaze, they are ready to take flight
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Rand wool, or even just to keep company
It’s not that hard either with only a few simple steps you too can raise your very own flock The value of keeping such livestock is dependent on the shepherd
In many cases, raising sheep has been known to be a means of income generation or self-sustenance, in any case, however, it was done for survival
Before procuring livestock the first step is to set up a good pasture Make sure that the sheep will have plenty of space to breathe and graze
They should be able to explore freely without bumping with one another as that creates conflict for resources
Turn the space into something livable, mold the earth and give it form Put in a little pond if you can afford the space, allowing geese and ducks to glide over the water
It is of utmost importance that the water and the earth be separated Spread trees and plants onto the pasture
Make sure that it is good Give the flock proper shelter to keep them warm and dry during storms and heavy rain
Make sure they have all the resources they require to thrive: nutritious food and clean water
Provide them with posts that they can use to scratch at their skin and softwood to practice ramming the horns on their heads, should they choose to
Give a sheep everything it needs but make sure to keep it within closed borders
Nowadays shepherds typically use electrified fences or long spans of barbed wire
In the old days, shepherds mainly free roamed their sheep, raising guardian dogs with the animals to protect them from predators and herding dogs to keep the flock under control
Many raise sheep for money profiting from meat wool milk cheese and the likes It is crucial to maintain proper identification to flocks that they own This is why sheep are usually branded with tags on their ears or numbers burned into their horns and wool
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Shepherds who live near each other tend to see a few members of their flock moving to the others, sheep are herd animals and can easily be influenced by their own kind
Different breeds usually group together but breed mixing is often done to get many variations of certain products as some breeds are genetically more inclined to yield better tasting milk or softer wool
A good shepherd does not force the breeding of the herd nor hooking them up to tubes for sustenance
A sheep s every action should not be controlled, the animal maintains an individual stature; call it the gift of free will, albeit maintaining control with fixed borders and keeping track with permanent brands
The flock is managed as a united group with each follower reinforcing the other s obedience shared will if you will
Do not forget to keep track of the pecking order some shepherds even go out of their way and imprint on each and every lamb to reinforce its submission as a member of the flock
Keep in mind that the sheep are alive they can think though stripped of constitution equal to the shepherd
It is aware of the shackles forced upon it by its kin, some take their time to warn the others, but no matter what, the sheep continues grazing the grass as if barren lands exist outside the fence bordering the farmer’s land
If it does not see greener pastures then it assumes that all good exists only within their space
Do not forget to separate the rams from the ewes and lamb
A ram is cruel and unforgiving even a lamb not yet grown is not spared from endless violence and lust
If you do decide to mix them do not put multiple rams in the same spot they will often fight for resources as they fail to see its abundance on neighboring fields
Territory matters to these creatures; duels may result in death and that is contrary to the goal of making money and utilizing every bit of these creatures
Overpopulation is a common occurrence within a flock, when more resources are being consumed than allowed to regenerate Cull the sheep, reduce their numbers
Disobedient flocks must also be corrected, keep watch of their social hierarchies and subject the necessary members of the flock to butchery or drown them in gas chambers to force reorganization of the pecking order
You, as the shepherd, have the ability to restart your flock Do not forget, however, to use every bit of the sheep that you culled, hell, even use it as a lesson for other flocks; maybe sheep have lasting memories, who’s to say
Never forget your goal to use these animals for your own prospects You raised them for harvest, not family You built the borders around your land to keep them in check, you protected them so your investment would not be wasted
Affection was never your plan money is always will be In time you may choose to grow your business and increase efficiency mass farming is good but not just yet
For mass farming to work you must have absolute control of the entire flock leaving them with no ideas of breaking out or disobeying your laws
Sheep will always follow the shepherd but more than that they follow other sheep Influence is all that matters maybe you ll even attract wild sheep around your land into joining the flock
If your geography is optimal take advantage of migration patterns to capture and integrate feral sheep into your own flock
This might prove difficult however due to the difference in pecking order a possible solution is to obliterate the social hierarchies of wild sheep and introduce them one by one as a broken whole; observe united we stand divided we fall
The domestication of animals began in the wee days of agriculture as farmers were able to afford investing excess resources long-term for those that cannot be so easily acquired in such vast numbers
Society evolved and required a steady supply of resources without having to migrate seasonally this also meant that other organisms such as those used now in livestock had to adapt
Settlements chipped the natural habitats of indigenous species, leaving them but no choice than to embrace these new settlements as their new environments Both men and animals became co-dependent, others would say mutualism, wherein they both benefit- although I find it to be more of a mutual parasitic relationship-wherein in the end, with or without each other, both die
Why do both die in the end?
Simple Slowly, the shepherd and his brethren will have been molded to rely on this “ resource ” , unable to function without it, their system collapses
The sheep too would have evolved to be more pleasant to the shepherd needing it to survive unable to live without being sheared or else it cooks in its own coat
Man raised sheep and became obsessed with His creation that disobedience made Him punish with death and gore Yet, He has developed an addiction to the resources they yield, giving hope with a promise of sustenance and procreation, in exchange with their bodies
A promise that acted as fuel for illusions and obedience beyond biology A promise of water and spirit, to erase and wash away the shortcomings of the flesh
What is a shepherd without the sheep?
What are we without being who we are due to brutality? To raise them for food is one thing, but to harvest their very soul is a crime against the very will we were provided
We could, you know, reset the universe, but We don’t God is obsessed with this chaos, and man ceases to exist without His promise
His notion being redefined and interpreted in so many variations that made it impossible to make sense of Our reality
We are but a parasite to their flesh, and they are parasites feeding from our dependence
Let me put it this way, most of us are familiar with the phrase, “He made them in His image,” right? Now maybe, just maybe, They made Us in Theirs
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by Ferne Gaia Galvez
Today’s society has reached this one point where - “Oh,
we ll just use Al for scripts or We ll just use Al for art or No worries Al can write this book or Oh Al could make this with ease
It s obvious that they have never stood in the middle of an art museum and felt moved to tears by a piece that somehow speaks to their soul despite them and the artist being separated by space and time They have never read a poem more than once Twice
Or three times - simply because the words make them feel like something is firing too close to them; because the words feel like a banging gun that s clanging behind their eyes
They ve never had to reach that point at the end of a horror movie and had to blink to their normal state, chuckling a little because they were unconsciously holding their breath
“Al can mimic emotion,” and “Oh, Al can mimic style ”
“You almost have no purpose left, kid AI can do it for you AI can mimic you ”
How can I explain that you can create an Al figure that perfectly mimics me You can use my work, my concepts, and everything else
You can spread it throughout the whole globe and profit from it - and I would still without a doubt continue to write my life away
I'm not sure if there's a term for it We learn in high school that how we feel about our art form is clichéd it's just like breathing Consistently every artist feels the same way
“I make art because it s either that or I cease to exist ” and “I write because I have to ” and “My music is how I communicate ” The brutality and quickness we mean behind it is like breathing to me comes out like a useless
understatement It is such a common experience not because the experience isn t genuine but rather because we can all relate to it and deduce it as a cliche
My motivation is not financial gain I’m not writing for a star on the ground somewhere in a city I've never been to
I am doing this because I started bringing notebooks on walks when I was seven years old
I am doing this because although trembling in fear I stood up in front of my entire class to read a poem I had written in second grade
I am doing this because I wrote down every emotion I had throughout high school I am doing it for myself the ten-year-old me the sixteen-year-old me and the me of today and how each version of myself was unable to put down their pens and papers
You can dissect and dismember me down to the subatomic level, but you will never be able to identify the source of how it began, because it is all a part of me
I kept on writing sad prose ever since I was a kid because I was a dramatic and lonely person and I felt that the only thing about me that was genuinely always true was that this is who I am
that the words cover everything envelop everything and bloom their tiny twilight arias into every crevice and alleyway
“We are going to replace you ” and that’s okay You think my writing is an attempt to make up for a void That my school’s student publication was recruiting new writers and I answered their Microsoft forms as an aspiring campus journalist
You think that one raindrop replaces another, but in my opinion, they are both still falling
You think that art has a place and that it just appears on walls when it s needed
You also think that art is flawless and simple to request You witness that a site online can do it for you and call it an easy masterpiece
And I witness a child drowning My purpose in writing is to build her a boat What was once a river raft has long since evolved into a fully rigged ship
I am writing because you can screw this out of my cold dead clammy hands and I'll still come back as a ghost and write poems about it
This isn’t even love
We probably use the word ‘passion’ the most as in obsession, need, or dedication
“Abracadabra” means “I will create as I speak” which is one of my favorite littleknown facts about the magic of artists We create because it drains us
Because our hands appear to be occupied in some way whenever we look down
Because it is our backbone our heartbreak and everything - because it was the first thing we ever knew
We create because the tired old cliché once more it is similar to breathing We create because we must
Isang pinto man ang nagsara, isa naman magbubukas.ang
T ila mahuhulog na ata ang aking puso sa bilis ng pag-
kabog nito sa kaba Nanginginig na mga kamay at tumutulong pawis ang aking karamay ngayon habang naghihintay ng resulta sa mga pumasa sa pinapangarap kong
Unibersidad University of the Philippines Diliman
Hindi ko na namalayan na bukang liwayway na pala Ito na ‘ yung panahon kung saan masasabi ko na sulit lahat ang pagsusunog ng kilay na ginawa ko ang mga luhang tumulo tuwing hindi ko maintindihan ang isang konsepto na maaaring lumabas sa UPCAT na nakakadagdag lamang sa’king mga pag-aagam
Sa bawat pag-galaw ng kamay ng orasan mas nararamdaman ko ang kaba na kulang na lamang lamunin ang buong pagkatao ko Tumunog ang aking telepono nagbigay mensahe pala ang aking kaibigan na nilabas na nga ang resulta dali-dali kong binuksan ang portal upang salubungin lamang ng mga salitang THANK YOU
Napatulala na lamang ako sa kisame at hinahayaan ang pagtulo ng aking mga luha Nagpasalamat naman siya subalit ang kirot parang tumagos hanggang sa dulo ng aking mga buto Pinigilan ko ang aking mga hikbi upang hindi magising sina Mama
“Ano ba ang kulang, ginawa ko naman ang lahat?”
Hindi naman katapusan na ng mundo tuwing nabibigo tayo, ngunit napakahirap pa rin ng pagbangon Parang isang kuwento na hindi pa naman tapos pero bigla na lamang winakasan
Kadalasan ito ang nagiging sanhi kung bakit sa kabila ng nakabibinging katahimikan ng kapaligiran, tayo’y patuloy na nilalamon ng ingay ng mga pangamba
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ng marami sa’tin Marahil mula ito sa isang wagas na pag-ibig na hindi nasuklian o ‘di naman kaya’y hindi pagpasa sa pinapangarap nating mga unibersidad maari ring hindi pagkamit sa promosyon sa isang posisyon sa trabaho
Nangyayari rin ito halos sa araw-araw nating pamumuhay kahit sa mga maliliit na bagay lamang kagaya ng pagtanggi ng ating mga kaibigan sa isang napagkasunduang pagkikita Subalit isa lamang ang nakasisigurado ako Ito y nagbibigay sugat sa tin na animo y buong pagkatao natin ang nawasak
Minsan umaabot na sa punto na tinatanong na natin sa mga tala “Ano pa ba ang kailangan kong gawin?”
Natural lang naman na maging ganito ang ating reaksyon sa isang bagay lalo na kapag kinukwestyon na natin ang ating mga kakayahan pagpapasiya bati na rin ang ating pagkakakilanlan Pero kung tutuusin kapag pinapatagal natin ang pagkadismaya mas pinahihirapan lamang natin ang ating mga sarili
Sa totoo lang, napakahirap mang gawin ang pagkakaroon ng isang positibong pananaw sa buhay Subalit ito ang susi na makapagpapalaya sa ating mga hawla na nagmula sa mga poot, pasakit at pangamba
Paano kung ang inaakala nating pagkabigo ang siyang magbibigay daan tungo sa ating hinahangad na tagumpay?
Umaga na pala, panibagong hamon na naman ng buhay Nagising ako sa ingay ng patutog ng aking kapatid, nais ko sana siyang sitahin at anong oras na ako nakatulog, na halos umaga na rin Subalit natamaan ako sa liriko ng kanta: Minsan ay nalilimutang huminga sandali, magpahinga lang saglit Nagbabadya na namang tumulo ang aking mga luha Dugo t pawis man ang binuhos ko, kung hindi para sa akin, wala akong magagawa
Kung hindi muling makipagsapalaran sa mundong madaya Kung puno pa rin ako ng takot, lalaban akong bitbit ang takot na ito; lalaban ako ng patas Ilang beses man madapa, patuloy akong babangon
Inayos ko na ang aking pinagtulugan at bumaba na upang tulungan maghanda ng mga putahe ang aking ina sa ’ming karinderya Habang wala pa ang aming mga suki, nakapag-isipisip ako ng payapa
Kung hindi ka natatalo, hindi ka gumagalaw.
Sa ating buhay hindi naman ito isang tuwid na linya lamang Tila isa itong maze na maraming pasikot-sikot at sa kahabaan ng ating paglalakbay maaring tayo y maligaw at mawala bago marating ang katapusan
Minsan ang mga bagay ay hindi umaayon hindi dahil nagkulang tayo o hindi ito nararapat sa tin Kundi isang pagpoprotekta sa atin na huwag ng mag-aksaya pa ng oras at lakas sa hindi naman maghahatid sa atin ng tunay na kaligayahan
Higit pa rito ang pagkabigo ay maaaring maging isang katalista para sa pagtuklas sa ating mga sarili Kapag may harang ang isang landas kadalasang hinihimok tayo nito upang galugarin ang mga ibang paraan
Marahil kaya hindi tayo nakapasa sa pinapangarap nating unibersidad, dahil mas may maganda pa palang plano ang Poong Maykapal
Siguro kaya hindi binigay sa’tin ‘ yung dinadalangin natin, sapagkat ang relasyon na hindi naman makatutulong upang mas yumabong ay mas mabuti ng hindi nasimulan
Kapag natutuhan natin ang pagharap sa mga balakid na binabato sa’tin ng ating buhay na may determinasyon at tibay ng loob
Nakasusunod tayo sa agos ng buhay, nagiging mapamaraan at ang pinaka nakabibilib sa lahat nakatutuklas tayo ng mga nakatagong talento at kakayahan na wala tayong kamalay malay na tinataglay natin Tila naging isang mitsa sa mas malakas at maganda na bersiyon ng ating mga sarili
Madali nga bang maging matatag?
Ang takot na muling mabigo ang kadalasang nagpaparalisa sa atin na pumipigil sa pakikipagsapalaran at patuloy na pag-abot sa mga mithiin
Gayunpaman sa pamamagitan ng pagtanggap sa pagkabigo nagiging mas matatag tayo
Tumitigil na tayo sa paghihintay para sa tamang panahon at nagsisimula na tayong kumilos Alam na natin na kahit harapin pa natin ang mga pag-urong may mahalagang aral at bagong pagkakataon ang naghihintay sa tin
Kung titingnan nga natin ang mga tanyag na kagaya nila J K Rowling ang may-akda ng seryeng Harry Potter
Nakaranas din ng pagkabigo, ang kanyang unang manuskrito ay tinanggihan ng labindalawang iba't ibang mga publisher Ngayon, isa ito sa pinakamabentang serye ng libro Kung sumuko siya pagkatapos ng unang pagtanggi sa gawa niya, maaaring hindi natin natuklasan ang mundo ng mahika sa Hogwarts
Siyempre hindi ito nangangahulugan na dapat na tayong maging mga robot na walang emosyon na hindi tinatablan ng sakit ng pagkabigo Okay lang na maramdaman ang pagkabigo yakapin natin ang kasama nitong sakit
Subalit pagkatapos nating damdamin ang lahat mahalaga na sa’ting pagbabalik mas handa na tayong sumulong sa gitna ng mga hamon
Hayaan na ang mga luha na maging tila isang ulan na inaalis ang mga negatibong kaisipan at magbibigay ng pag-asa para sa mga bagong simula
Kaya sa susunod na haharapin mo ang pagkabigo huminga ng malalim at tandaan hindi ito ang katapusan ng kuwento ito ay pagpapaganda lamang ng istorya
Matuto mula sa karanasan at patuloy na sumulong nang may hindi natitinag na determinasyon
Ang pinakadakilang pagtuklas ay madalas na namamalagi sa mga nakasarang pinto at ang mga nangahas na mangarap pagkatapos ng pagkabigo ang mga tunay na nanalo sa buhay
Natigil lang ang pagmumuni nung may bumili na magdadapit-hapon na pala Naglinis na kami ni Inay at umuwi na sa aming tahanan Habang nasa hapag may bagong mensahe pala mula sa’king mga kaibigan Ilalabas na raw ngayon ang resulta sa isang unibersidad na aking pinagpasahan Ateneo De Manila University
Dali-dali kong tinapos ang pagkain na halos mabulunan na ako at pumanik sa aking kuwarto Halo-halong emosyon ang aking nararamdaman, pinikit ko ang aking mga mata at pinasa-alang alang ko na lang sa Poong Maykapal kung anuman ang magiging kalabasan nito Muntik na akong malaglag sa kinauupuan ko ng bigla akong yakapin ng kapatid ko
Tinterested in Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in the first half of 2024
Linkee an AI powered software platform that specializes in Search Engine Optimizations (SEO) through link-building conducted a study utilizing data from Google Trends The study analyzed global trends regarding interest in AI tools, by examining the geostatistics of AI-related queries
The Philippines was determined as one of the countries with increased interest in AI tools alongside Singapore Canada, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Specifically, it ranked fourth during the first half of 2024 The country s ranking went one rank down from its initial third rank during the first quarter of this year maintaining its place in the top five alongside Singapore which maintained its dominance in the top rank
The results support the projections of a consistent rise in AI on a nationwide level Publicly available AI for queries generation and analytics can now be considered as one of the critical national interests promoting greater tech development and economic propulsion
by Roi Edan Victoria
Taking in mind that the total estimated internet users in the Philippines at the start of 2024 is 86 8 million it is suggested that each individual looked up AI three times this year Linkee notes the country’s obsession with AI as it grows in popularity
“The country adapts the new technologies, particularly in ‘ChatGPT’, with searches that surpass its population more than twice,” the study reads.
Google Trends speculate that Philippines ranking in AI search interest reflects the country’s “growing technological awareness economic aspirations educational initiatives, government support, and the global trend toward AI adoption ”
A separate study by Microsoft and LinkedIn titled AI at Work Is Here
Now Comes the Hard Part further grounds the reports from Google Trends
The study featured in the 2024 Work Trend Index Annual Report, highlights the rapid adoption of AI in the workplace and underscores the increasing demand for AIliterate individuals by employers
ofexecutives preferhiring candidateswith AIskills. wouldhireless experienced candidateswithAI skillsovermore experiencedones of companies lack a clear AI adoption plan of AI-using employees bring their own tools, posing security risks.
Peter Masquera CEO of Microsoft Philippines said that: 2023 will be remembered as the year of AI but this year we will start to see real impact as we move from potential applications to living innovations” Various industries are moving towards great innovation using AI on a significant scale, embracing AI solutions to their challenges and priorities
86% of Filipino knowledge workers claimed to use AI at work significantly higher than the global average of 75%
Similarly, 89% of Filipino leaders believe that their company needs to adopt AI much higher than the global average of 79%
Counterintuitively only about 30% of Filipino AI users are likely to get training notably lower than the global average of 42%
The Philippines may be one of the countries most interested in AI but their applications in the corporate world is one behind on a global scale
Atul Harkinska Philippines Country Lead, LinkedIn, stated: “As the Philippines witnesses a transformative shift in the workplace due to AI, companies are realizing the need for a new talent playbook all industries are mobilizing to integrate AI into their workflows akin to the massive changes the has brought to the the market
Filipino knowledge workers demand innovation in the workplace heading toward higher efficiency rates that allow them to save time in their work In the tech industry AI now is used mostly to complete grunt work tasks that take a lot of time to complete but do not require a higher technical expertise to accomplish It is also being utilized in workflows, to create the foundation of algorithms and basic lines of code in which the programmer builds on to fit it to the required specifications
Employees want AI leaders are looking for a path forward,” written on the Work Trend Index Report
Those in education have also started using AI as an assistant to learn quicker through applications of learning theories and algorithms as well as taking a second more objective opinion or analysis of sets of data or strings
The issue lies, and always will lie in abuse of this technology Educators from Bulacan have reportedly shown concern in the faculty s inability to detect AI work failing to distinguish them from genuine outputs created by the students AI is evolving faster than safety measures can be created
Some suggest that the widespread use of AI might be a significant factor and speculate that educators may face challenges in preventing illicit use and distinguishing between genuine papers and those generated by AI
The forthcoming steps taken by the Philippines will determine its rank among the world's most innovative nations To take advantage of this situation and maximize productivity throughout the board for each and every industry, or to turn a blind eye and allow the enthusiasm of the masses to slowly fade away, decimating the momentum of Filipino knowledge workers in the paradigm of AI and automation - The Escolarian
he Philippines ranks fourth in the countries most
Buckle Up! Climate Change is Making Air Travel Rougher
byDeanneFaithManaloandAlexaDelosSantos
Oflight (SQ321) traveling from London to Singapore, tragically resulting in the death of a 73-year old man and injuring over 70 others on board
Many of the travelers were Singaporeans returning home Some were students studying in England While others were families and some who had planned a holiday to far-flung destinations such as Australia
After the 13-hour flight the aircraft reached the Bay of Bengal which is located between the Indian subcontinent and the Malay Peninsula in Southeast Asia Pilots often call this region notorious during this time of year due to turbulent monsoon rains
The aircraft encountered a sudden descent of over 1 800 meters causing passengers and objects to be thrown towards the cabin roof This incident marks the airline s first fatal incident in 24 years
The Sheffield School of Aeronautics reported that air turbulence primarily happens due to the changes in the atmosphere when different air masses collide each with different temperatures pressures or velocities This creates several wind patterns
Additionally turbulence can be affected by weather events such as thunderstorms geographical features such as mountain ranges and specific cloud formations
In recent years Earth s temperature has been constantly increasing Climate change results from both natural factors and mostly from human activities
Hand vegetables equipped with 170 odorant receptors that grant them an exceptional sense of smell
They rely on this sense to communicate within their hive and to identify various flowers while looking for food
Recent experiments from Michigan State University have shown that honeybees can detect lung cancer through their sense of smell
Lung cancer is the most common type of cancer in the Philippines and the leading cause of cancerrelated deaths with 19 180 new cases reported in 2020
In the past years, it was known to scientists that animals can detect diseases through the smell For example, diabetic alert dogs warn their owners of dangerous blood sugar levels before they become critical
According to multiple UN reports a unison among thousands of scientists and government reviewers suggests that limiting global temperature rise to 1.5°C is important to mitigate the most devastating impacts of climate change
However current projections indicate that temperatures could rise by 3°C by the end of the century
As a result climate change can impact air travel in various ways Increased heat leads to higher moisture levels in the air contributing to more frequent thunderstorms
Smoke from wildfires can disrupt aircraft navigation systems, which are not equipped to handle such conditions effectively
Extreme heat necessitates longer takeoff distances and times for planes due to increased gravitational resistance
Additionally, hotter air closer to the Earth’s surface can create “invisible turbulence”, which poses a risk even in clear skies
for passengers who are not belted in, especially when an unexpected clean-air turbulence occurs
“No one should avoid flying because of turbulence, but it is wise to keep your seat belt fastened at all times, except when you are moving around, as pilots do,” Professor Williams advised
Furthermore Doug Moss a former airline pilot and safety consultant reassured that modern planes are robust enough to withstand almost any turbulence
byDeanneFaithManalo
Ants can be trained to detect cancer in urine and dogs can learn to identify cancer from saliva samples
The researchers began by securing honeybees using wax and 3D-printed plastic harnesses They then applied electrodes to the part of the bees responsible for processing odors
Next, they exposed the bees’ antennae to various aerosolized mixtures, one mimicking compounds found in the breath of a lung cancer patient, and another resembling the breath of a healthy person
When exposed to these scents the bees brains generated distinct electrical signals Analyzing these signals allowed the researchers to distinguish between the two types of simulated breath with an accuracy of at least 93%
Debajit Saha a biomedical engineer at Michigan State University and coauthor of the study confirmed that bees could distinguish between the two types of synthetic breath even at very low concentrations
Scientists have observed a significant increase in reports of turbulence encounters, with many researchers suggesting that climate change is a key factor A study revealed that severe turbulence rose by 55% between 1979 and 2020 on a heavily busy North Atlantic route will increase clean-air turbulence in the future we now have evidence suggesting that the increase has already begun.”
Professor Paul Williams an atmospheric scientist at Reading University and co-author of the study said Following a decade of research showing that climate change
noted Bees can detect minute changes in chemical concentrations in the breath mixture down to the parts per billion range.”
Additionally the researchers conducted a separate experiment to determine if the bees could differentiate between two types of lung cancer – small-cell lung cancer which is rare and aggressive and non-small cell lung cancer The bees successfully passed this test as well
Looking ahead the researchers aim to conduct similar experiments using real breath samples from cancer patients
Nonetheless this discovery that honeybees can identify lung cancer offers a significant breakthrough for medicine It introduces a potential noninvasive and cost-effective method for early cancer detection and suggests broader applications in medical diagnostics This innovation could inspire new technologies and improve healthcare outcomes
Additionally Professor Williams pointed out that more turbulence is happening because there is a stronger wind shear in the jet stream – a fast moving air current high in the sky blowing from west to east above five to seven miles above the Earth’s surface (clean-air turbulence)
This jet stream forms mainly because of variations in temperature between the equator and the poles
Turbulent flights can be uncomfortable and occasionally lead to injuries
While cabin areas like overhead bins may sustain cosmetic damage, Moss explained that such issues do not compromise the structural integrity of the aircraft
In conclusion turbulence is a common occurrence during air travel and should not discourage people from flying
As emphasized by aviation professionals such as pilots and scientists ensuring that seat belts are securely fastened remains the most effective safety measure passengers can take
Staying informed about turbulence and its causes can also help in alleviating fears and promote a better understanding among travelers
Above all, by following the safety guidelines, passengers can confidently enjoy the benefits of air travel while minimizing concerns about turbulencerelated risks
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oneybees play a crucial role in pollinating flowers fruits
n the 20th of May 2024 a severe turbulence hit Singapore Airlines
by Roi Edan Victoria
RMIND OVER MEDIA. Raymond Carlo Mendoza, the Area Lead for Languages at CEIS-Malolos, delivers a one-hour lecture to the graduating college students of Colegio de Calumpit Inc. during their recollection at the CCI gymnasium on July 25, 2024.
Carlo Mendoza,
languages in Centro Escolar Integrated School-Malolos and publication adviser of The Escolarian, led a one-hour talk in the recollection of graduating college students of Colegio de Calumpit Incorporated (CCI) in the CCI gymnasium on June 25, 2024
The talk began with statistics, studies show that around 60% of youths today are highly dependent on social media
Online platforms are great avenues of communication and information, however, they also pose significant risks to mental health
"According to recent studies, frequent social media use is linked to higher levels of anxiety, depression, and loneliness," Mendoza said, stressing the urgent need to address the issue
He mentioned that the most alarming aspect of social media is the prevalence of cyberbullying, noting that around 70% of users have encountered some form of online harassment The psychological repercussions of such an experience can be devastating especially in young minds
Online users must understand the importance of setting limits on social media usage Parents play an important role in guiding their children towards healthier social media habits
Teaching children about the significance of self-care and mental health is essential in teaching them to navigate the digital landscape responsibly
“It’s crucial to set boundaries on our social media use, like not using our phones during meals or before bedtime,” Mendoza advised
The speaker then asked the audience for strategies for healthy social media use The first step is to encourage users to be aware of how much time they spend online and its impact on their mental health mindfulness can help individuals understand and manage their digital consumption better
To combat high screen times, users can engage in activities such as reading, exercising, or spending time with their loved ones these activities can be more fulfilling and beneficial to developing minds
One must also set personal boundaries in their usage of social media, maintaining discipline and thus preventing addiction from the stimulation
an example of this is not engaging in social media during resting hours or conducting a digital detox now and again as suggested by a member of the audience
Mendoza introduced digital minimalism: "Practicing digital minimalism allows us to take control of our digital lives instead of letting technology control us "
The issue with digital minimalism is that most users have been shown to exhibit forms of FOMO or Fear of Missing Out The feeling of missing out on exciting events or experiences often leads to anxiety particularly in younger users
An audience member shared her thoughts on combatting FOMO: Siguro po we can focus on our own lives and stop comparing ourselves to others Madalas kasi we only see the highlights of other people’s lives on social media, so we need to remember that it’s not the whole picture,” she said
Practicing digital minimalism, being intentional with tech use, and maintaining specific times for social media use are good ways to combat FOMO
Mendoza ended the talk by highlighting the importance of being critical regarding things that can be observed online, prioritizing mental health over prioritizing mental health over superficial engagements such as likes and comments
“Mindful social media usage means being aware of how much time you are spending online and how it makes you feel,” he reminded
In a generation where digital interactions are increasingly prevalent, taking steps to protect and nurture our mental health is more important than ever
As we navigate the digital age let us prioritize our wellbeing and encourage healthier habits in ourselves and the next generation
Mendoza is one of the two speakers invited to talk at the KINAIYA 2024, kinaiya meaning “inner being that pertains to one s defining traits and qualities
The event had the theme “Level Up Gear Up: Bridge the Gap from Education to Employment KINAIYA is an annual event held during the graduating batch's recollection
Take care of your mental health, and remember that a balanced approach to social media can lead to a healthier, happier life.
- The Escolarian
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by Samantha Deray
rom the traditional manila paper illustrations society has evolved to
society has evolved to sprinkle innovativeness to transform the visual aids into digital creations catering to the reliance of more than half of the population on visual aids for learning and communicating, said Avado; Are you part of that percentage?
Luckily technology has once again proved its capability on society through Canva an online graphic design application that now plans to integrate more artificial intelligence (AI)-powered tools to facilitate content-making and to foster
the application of creativity of the users especially students and most importantly to enhance visual communication skills
Canva is a digital design platform that converges professional aesthetics with controls that are like child s play It has long been famous for benefitting areas of education and business for a variety of reasons
New features are expected to arise according to Canva these include “Sort” which groups sticky notes on a whiteboard for easy workflow mapping “Translate” which shows a whole new world of languages in the template, “Magic Write,” which allows teachers to write seamless copies using a prompt;
Magic Design , which generates designs for users; and Magic Switch , which helps users transform their designs from one format to another and more
These tools highlight the need for Canva in businesses as it drives an easier creation of designs that can be used for branding and promotion, not to mention the analytics tools for better tracking of their products performance
These tools highlight the need for Canva in businesses as it drives an easier creation of designs that can be used for branding and promotion not to mention the analytics tools for better tracking of their products performance
Country Manager Yani HornillaDonato even emphasized how “AI is a valuable tool to be integrated into the way that we educate and set up our learning tools ”
Although unfamiliarity with the usage and risks in security pose issues faced by users, Hornilla-Donato assures that a team works behind the careful assessment of content created in the app to prevent any harmful information as well as the creation of workshops to increase familiarity with the app
by Samantha Deray
ust how thin is nature’s patience stretched? J
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) released a recent report on the alarming increase in Mount Kanlaon’s seismic activity on July 3
Mount Kanlaon an active volcano found in the islands of Negros whose last eruption was only on June 3 of this year has been detected to produce an outrageous 90 earthquakes recorded just within a day
PHIVOLCS also specified that 5 of those are due to tectonic cracking while the rest are because of weak low-frequency waves that also signal volcanic fluid movement
The agency also warns citizens about an increase in sulfur dioxide emission, triggered by its recent eruption
With caution: Alert level 2 (state of unrest) given flying near the volcano or even entering its permanent danger zone is strictly disallowed
People who reside near it should also take heed of lahar flows
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SPORTS SPORTS SPORTS SPORTS
byMarkAndrewFulgencio
T
here is no doubt that more Filipinos support volleyball now that the sport has become extremely popular in the Philippines
While the Philippines has long been known for its three B's basketball, boxing, and beauty pageants volleyball appears to be setting itself a distinct spot and perhaps joining the Pinoy Craze Play after play, with yells echoing across arenas and sold-out, blockbuster ticket sales, the nation becomes the new beating heart of volleyball
Initially, fans have taken notice of the local leagues inside the nation due to their audience impact and loud spikes The National University Bulldogs, for example, bites
history in May 2024 by claiming the women's and men's championships in the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) It seemed to coincide with the outstanding performances of Creamline Coolsmashers' Alyssa Valdez and Choco Mucho Flying Titans' Deanna Wong in each year's conference, both star players of the Philippine Volleyball League (PVL)
With the formation of its own formidable national roster for engagement in international contests the Alas Pilipinas the Filipino national pride has achieved yet another milestone
and admiration in the recent
Elreen Ando Lifts Olympic Berth as Hidilyn Diaz Ends Paris Dream
by Mark Andrew Fulgencio
Elreen Ando made heavy headlinesaftersurpassing
the first and only Filipino gold medalist Hidilyn DiazNaranjo at the International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) World Cup held in Phuket, Thailand on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, securing a back-to-back trip to the Olympics
With a personal best of 228 kg lifted altogether
100 kg in snatch and 128 kg in clean and jerk Ando registered seventh place overall The 25-year-old Cebuana finished ahead
Olympic gold medalist DiazNaranjo, ending the supposed fifth streak Olympic appearance for the fellow Filipina weightlifter DiazNaranjo fell short after landing at 11th place overall, with a total lift of 222 kg following a 99 kg in snatch and 123kg from clean and jerk, allotted from her 224 kg Olympic record
Asian Volleyball Cup (AVC) after making history with their bronze medal win and first podium finish in 63 years last June 2024 The said team is currently getting ready to compete in the Ninoy Aquino Stadium for the Fédération Internationale de Volleyball (FIVB) Women's Challenger's Cup, which will take place from July 4th to the 7th
Plus, just recently, the Philippines successfully hosted the Men's Volleyball Nations League (VNL) Tournament, which brought together 8 teams from around the world Joining the last day of the tour in the Philippines are the fan-favorite teams from the United States and Japan, who are competing for a spot in the quarterfinals Volleyball superstars
from Japan's Team Ryujin Nippon, including Ran Takahashi, Yuki Ishikawa, and Yuji Nishida, as well as foreign icons like Micah Christenson of Team USA, were the object of intense fan devotion from Filipino fans and even local celebrities A sellout audience of 12,424 Filipinos packed the Mall of Asia Arena for the contest between the United States and Japan In the thrilling match, Japan played to their strengths, defeating the Americans in straight sets to seal the deal for the Manila Leg
Testimonies from individuals like Filipino-American Team Manager David Dantes indicates that the growth of volleyball in the Philippines has had a
global recognition Volleyball phenom, Alyssa Valdez, has also pointed out that the Philippines is now primarily a volleyball nation
With its consistent triumphs, this sport has now achieved the renown it deserves and brought national pride Despite volleyball's longstanding link with females in the Philippines, the sport has evolved to attract fans of all ages and genders This has demonstrated the longawaited growth of athletics across the nation, elevating every individual and nation to the level of potential glory from merely a vision, now becoming a reality
China’s Luo Shifang dominated the IWF World Cup after striking a lift of 248 kg in otal output, putting her in the gold spot She was followed by North Korea’s Kim Il Gyong landing in silver with
a total lift of 240 kg and Canada’s Maude, Charron placing in bronze with an output of 236 kg Only the top ten lifters, with only onerepresentative from each country, will advance to the 2024 Paris Olympics, leaving Hidilyn Diaz-Naranjo out of contention IWF will announce the final list of athletes competing by the end of the month
“Sobrang saya ko po dahil nagawa ko lahat ‘yung training ko, ang dami kong sinacrifice na pinagdaanan.”
Said by the comeback-queen, Elreen Ando
“Kahit manalo, matalo nandyan kayo so maraming salamat sa prayers and support I love you all ” Honorably and proudly stated by Diaz-Naranjo with in-boost support for Ando
Strong-girl, Elreen Ando, became the latest Filipino athlete to qualify for the 33rd Summer Olympic Games She will compete in weightlifting with John Febuar Ceniza and Rosegie Ramos There are now nine Filipino athletes who are set to triumph on the podiums in the most prestigious sports event, which will be held in Paris, France from the 26th of July to the 11th of August 2024
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The women's Alas Pilipinas volleyball team earned a lot of buzz
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In celebration of its 100th participation in the coveted
Summer Games, the Philippines reached a historic milestone as the world gets ready for the 2024 Olympics in Paris This century of victories, challenges, and steadfast dedication is evidence of the country's resilience in its pursuit of equality, unity, and sports
In 1924, the Philippines joined the family and participated in its first Olympic Games in Paris
During its inaugural appearance David Nepomuceno a sprinter from Albay was sent as the first and only delegate Although he participated in the 100 and 200-meter dashes he was not successful in earning a medal We can call it a déjà vu as he raised the Philippine flag in the City of Light and Love the site of this year's event The only Olympics that the Philippines has ever missed is the 1980 Moskva when it boycotted the games in Moscow Russia in protest of Russia's invasion of Afghanistan that same year under the leadership of the United States Additionally since the year 1972 the nation has participated in five Winter
Olympic Games The International Olympic Committee has recognized the Philippines as a member since 1929 Filipino athletes have excelled in a variety of sports during the past century winning medals setting records and motivating new generations of athletes
Along the way, there have been many noteworthy successes, such as weightlifter Hidilyn DiazNaranjo's first-ever Olympic gold medal from the Philippines at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics A 97-year gold medal drought was broken by this historic victory, which also raised the bar for Filipino athletes With the exception of medals earned in demonstration sports like bowling, where Paeng Nepomuceno represented the nation, which were not included in the official medal count, a total of twelve athletes, with the likes of Teofilo Yldefonso, Onyok Velasco, Miguel White, and more, have won 14 medals for the Philippines at the Summer Olympics However, the nation has never won a medal at the Winter Olympics Silver and bronze medals in boxing, swimming, weightlifting, and athletics are among these noteworthy achievements demonstrating the nation’s resilience noteworthy achievements demonstrating the
nation's resilience and competitive spirit
Currently, the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) is working relentlessly with numerous sports federations and organizations to ensure that athletes receive the most effective training, support, and resources As the Philippines prepares for its centennial appearance at the Paris 2024 Olympics, the concentration is on building on previous accomplishments while reaching new heights According to a recent update, Filipino Olympiads are presently in Metz, France, receiving rigorous training in a variety of disciplines including weightlifting, boxing, and gymnastics With a methodical strategy to athlete development and a renewed emphasis on sports science and technology, the goal is not just to compete, but to excel and win more medals
The journey to compete in the Paris 2024 Olympics was not easy Many excellent contenders attempted to qualify for the Olympics but were unsuccessful For example headlines were made when Hidilyn Diaz-Narajo the first and only Filipino gold medalist failed to make an Olympic comeback as she was surpassed by fellow Filipina Elreen Ando who will now represent our country in
Diaz-Naranjo's class Another runner has been eliminated since Kristina Knott was unable to make back-to-back performances at the Summer Games bringing the final roster to 22 Filipinos And most heartbreakingly Gilas Pilipinas did not fully shoot the hoops as they failed to proceed to the finals of the International Basketball Association (FIBA) Olympic Qualifying Tournament losing 71-60 against Brazil on July 6 hence ending their Olympic dreams
Despite those heartbreaking losses, the Philippines has managed to qualify 22 Filipinos for the Olympic Games, the country's largest contingent to date since the 1992 Barcelona Olympics These sportsmen have demonstrated that Filipino resilience will remain high and strong as they raise the flag for 119 million Filipinos in Paris on July 26
Let's take a look at the 22 Filipino Olympiads competing for gold and to watch out for at the forthcoming Paris 2024:
John Ceniza – Weightlifting
Elreen Ando – Weightlifting
Vanessa Sarno – Weightlifting
Levi Jung-Ruivivar –Gymnastics
Joanie Delgaco – Rowing
Samantha Catantan – Fencing Emma Malabuyo – Gymnastics
Carlo Paalam – Boxing
Hergie Bacyadan – Boxing
Bianca Pagdanganan – Golf
Dottie Ardina – Golf
Kiyomi Watanabe – Judo
Kayla Sanchez – Swimming Jarod Hatch – Swimming
Lauren Hoffman – Athletics
John Cabang Tolentino Athletics
The Philippines' 100th participation in the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris is evidence of a century of commitment diligence and sporting prowess The aspirations and desires of a whole nation are carried by the athletes as they enter the Olympic Stadium in Paris Their trip serves as a potent reminder of the Olympic Spirit's continuing legacy in the Philippines as well as the unifying force of sports The stage is set for the next chapter in the Olympic history of the Philippines one that will undoubtedly motivate and impact future generations
by Mark Andrew Fulgencio
Fans flocked to the streets of Boston to celebrate the Celtics winning the 2024 NBA Championship against the Dallas Mavericks with a gentlemans sweep, winning 4 games to 1 on June 17, 2024 This marks their 18th championship, surpassing the Los Angeles Lakers with 17, and once again naming them as the franchise that has the most in NBA history
Jaylen Brown takes the Finals MVP award in a close contest with his teammate Jayson Tatum Brown averaged 208 points, 50 assists, and 54 rebounds, being a consistent factor throughout the whole series
In the post-game interview Joe Mazulla the head coach of the Celtics was asked about the feeling of winning the championship he said:
USA demolishes Canada in 2024 Olympics basketball
The ‘Dream Team USA showedtheyretheteamto
beat as they conquered the medal-contending Team Canada in the first basketball Olympic tune-up Team USA secured a decisive 86-72 victory in an exhibition contest, setting the stage for the 2024 Paris Olympics
Team USA, a top contender for the gold medal, faced powerhouse Team Canada The game started with Canada taking the first bucket on a mid-range jumper by Dillon Brooks Canada continued to score, establishing a strong lead against Team USA with an 11-1 run However, Team USA retaliated as Stephen Curry ended the run with a deep three-pointer Despite the USA's efforts, Canada maintained their momentum, finishing the first quarter ahead with a score of 21-14
The USA fights back as Anthony Edwards gives momentum to Team USA Team USA continues to shorten Canada's lead, tying them 23-23 Team USA fired up the court as Devin Booker's shot gave them their first lead Team Canada
Reclaiming The Throne: Boston Celtics Wins Their 18th NBA Championship
by Kiel Emmanuel Caballero
fails to grab the lead as TeamUSA continues to dominate the court ending the second quarter with a comeback score of 41-33 by Jairus Carl Concepcion
The third quarter kicks off with a corner three by Shai GilgeousAlexander Team USA retaliates with a smooth 3-point shot by Stephen Curry The court was raining, with 3-pointers and finesse lay-ups giving the floor to both teams Team USA dominates the court as they extend their lead by 69-54
USA continued its dominance as both teams showcased formidable basketball prowess, and Canada fell short, concluding the game with an exciting fourth quarter match Ending the game with a 86-72 victory for Team USA
Team USA's commanding 8672 victory over Team Canada in their first Olympic tune-up solidifies their status as a top contender for the gold medal in the 2024 Paris Olympics Despite a strong start from Canada, the resilience of the opposing team ensured a decisive comeback and dominance throughout the game This performance sets a high bar for the competition and demonstrates that the "Dream Team" is ready to take on the world's best
“It feels good. I think the most important thing is you can't lose sight of the people that came before us, and I want to make sure that everyone that’s worked or played for the Celtics that didn’t win knows that their work hasn’t gone unnoticed ”
Former Celtics star and current Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving gave the Celtics their flowers He mentioned in their post-game interview that the Celtics have faced tough challenges over the past five years, often playing in game 7s or losing in the finals, saying that they have used these setbacks as motivation, which he found admirable
This is the first championship of the “Jay” duo and the Celtics’ first in exactly 16 years, on June 17, 2008
Their ring and banner ceremony is expected to happen on their first home game of the 2024-2025 season; the exact date will be announced soon
Chinese Badminton prodigy Zhang Zijie Passes Away at 17
by Jairus Carl Concepcion
The Badminton World mourns the passing of
17-year-old prodigy Zhang Zijie as he died after collapsing on court during a match against Kazuna Kawano on July 1, 2024 in Badminton Asia Junior in Indonesia
Born and raised in China, Zhang Zijie’s journey to badminton stardom began at a young age His passion for the sport was evident from the moment he first picked up a racket Known for his agility and sharp strategic mind, Zhang quickly stood out in local tournaments His dedication and relentless drive propelled him onto the national and international stage
Zhang Zijie known for his exceptional agility and strategic gameplay, was considered one of the rising stars in international badminton He quickly ascended the ranks of the sport with his impressive performances on the court
and multiple titles in the Badminton World Federation (BWF) tournaments
Tragedy struck Zhang Zijie during the match with Kazuna Kawano as he collapsed mid-match Social media footage from the contest seems to show Zhang collapsing and losing consciousness It takes around forty seconds for him to receive medical attention from someone posing as the tournament doctor He was later pronounced dead at a hospital
Viewers and social media users were furious by the delay, which also raised questions about tournament regulations regarding medical emergencies
In the wake of Zhang Zijie's untimely passing, the badminton community mourns the loss of a remarkable talent His extraordinary skills and unwavering dedication left a mark on the sport His talent and dedication earned him numerous accolades, including a gold medal at the Asian Games
