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  — E.V. It has been 36 years since the Martial Law was lifted in the Philippines. Several publications documenting and criticizing this infamous period have emerged on social media. This serves as a timely reminder that literature is and will always be a powerful instrument, and that reading is critical to discovering the truth and unlearning revisionism. According to early and unconfirmed results, Ferdinand Marcos Jr, the late dictator's son and namesake, is on the verge of winning the Philippines presidential election by a landslide, perhaps bringing the Marcos dynasty back to Malaca ñ ang Palace 36 years after fleeing a major revolt. It's critical to remember that, even and especially in politics, both truth and excellent narrative are critical tools. Reading about the Philippines in the 70s and 80s via the work of numerous prolific authors is an easy way to revisit this era, which is decades old but far from forgotten. Here are some books that will help us in l...

  photo from rappler.com — Z.G. The Philippine elections have been under the global radar long before I can begin to backtrack. While I can only speak for the 2022 national and local elections, many have seemed to forget what life was like 36 years past a dictator’s rulership and this shows in the unofficial and partial results of votes.  In the past 6 months, if you have ever been to People’s Campaigns for Leni and Kiko held in different parts of the nation, you would also attest that it’s one big safe space where fellow Filipinos celebrate through singing and dancing just like one big street party. Volunteerism has spearheaded the campaign which drew thousands and thousands of civilians together in standing up for a transparent, people-focused government.  Friday, 6 days after the finale of the campaign season, the Presidential candidate who is an advocate of good governance, and outgoing Vice President of the current administration, Leni Robredo along with her running-...

— A BB "Walang nasayang; hindi tayo nabigo. Pinakamahalaga; hindi pa tayo tapos. Nagsisimula palang tayo..."   Ang kampo ni Bise Presidente Leni Robredo at Senador Kiko Pangilinan ay magsasagawa ng Pagtitipon ng pasasalamat bukas, Mayo 13, ika-5 ng hapon. Ito ay may pamagat na - Tayo Ang Liwanag: Isang Pasasalamat na gaganapin sa Liwasang Aurora, Quezon Memorial Circle. (*Edit/Update: Mangyayari na ang pagtitipon sa Ateneo de Manila University Campus sa kaparehong oras - as of 3:52pm, Mayo 12) Hinihikayat ng kampo ni Bise Presidente Leni Robredo na magsama-samang tumindig at makinig sa isang pasasalamat mula mismo kay Bise Presidente Leni Robredo at Senador Kiko Pangilinan. Nauna nading pinasalamatan ni Bise Presidente Leni Robredo ang kanyang mga taga-suporta at mga nagboluntaryo na nagsagawa ng mga malawakang mga pagtitipon bilang suporta sa kanyang kandidatura.   Mga ilang paalala upang mapanatili ang seguridad ng bawat isa sa loob ng pagdiriwang: - Huwag basta...

  — Ivan Balaccua and Azahlea Caber Are you interested to know more about long-term investments, financial growth, and management; or do you want to showcase your fashion, literacy, or gaming skills? If yes, this read surely suits you! The Economic Research Society of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) will begin their 35th Economics Week celebration on March 7-12 with the theme “Defying Boundaries: The 35th Economics Week, " featuring a series of activities and contests virtually via Zoom and Facebook Live. (Read more:   An opening ceremony on March 7 will be held to commence the Economics Week alongside starting the online voting to select the winners of The Bold Creative: Econtent Creation Contest on the competitions such as Economists on FYP!: Tiktok Contest, Essay Writing Contest and Econ’s Next Top Model.   On the 2 nd day, the students will participate in a series of webinars featuring Piggy Bank Ride to be conducted by Samuel Hernandez, Sun Life ...

— Krizeth Mina When the pandemic began, people were either busy with baking ‘ ube pandesal’ or whisking ‘ dalgona coffee’ but Love, Marie on the other hand, actually took the opportunity to begin their dream of starting a music career, and so their debut single “Know Better” was born. From the chill beat of the drums followed by dreamy guitar and Love, Marie’s very✨ “boy, IDC and IDGAF”✨  lyrics, this jam will make go grab your squad and diss your exes with him, knowing you deserve better.  Stay with us to get a glimpse of Love, Marie’s life, and know them better! HOW DID YOU GET INTO MUSIC? Since I was in kindergarten I’ve always been singing because everyone in my family loves music.   DID SOMEONE INSPIRE YOU TO DO MUSIC? WHO IS IT? Yes, artists like Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, Nicki Minaj, Ariana, Rihanna, Doja Cat, Dua Lipa, Sza, Adele, Taylor, Miley Cyrus and many more inspired me to do music. They influenced how I write my songs, how my music sounds and more. WHEN DID YOU...

  — Alexandra Sophia Isobel & Nikki Moira Cadion When we realize our strengths and capabilities then use them to our fullest potential, we can go and achieve our greatest dreams and realities. Breaking barriers and straying away from the status quo is what this rock band is all about. Blind Side is a rock band composed of a visually impaired frontman and guitarist, law student bassist, and a 12-year-old protege drummer formed on February 1, 2017. Not only do they focus on their passion for music but also utilize their talent to talk about social issues. The band's genre spans from pop-rock, alternative rock, punk rock, grunge, hard rock, and everything else in between. It all started with an aspiring young musician who was inspired to compose his own songs and decided to create his own band. Riane Foronda (a.k.a. Blind Ninja) got into music, particularly guitar,  to have fun and impress his friends and family. He then got interested in rock music because of his father. Ho...

  — Kriezeth Mina Do you need some soft and chill music to sooth your tears or to at least have something as background music while everything seems to get bitter each passing day? Well no more worrying about Maxwell’s silver hammer (Paul McCartney’s analogy for when something goes wrong out of the blue ), because Bulakeña singer-songwriter Joan herself will surely hit you in right in the feels (Beatles pun intended) with her acoustic guitar and her mellow tunes, and the good news is she “won’t sleep, till your tears are dry.” Read on to get an idea of what is behind the Filipino singer – from influences, family background, quarantine experiences and what causes she stands up for. HOW DID YOU GET INTO MUSIC? I cannot recall the time I got hooked into music. It must been a realy long time or I am actually born for and with it though I came from a family with no musically inclined members. My dad introduced me to The Beatles, U2, and Eraserheads then my brother influenced me on list...