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Music & Movies

5 FILIPINO INDIE FILMS YOU SHOULD SEE

We Filipinos love watching movies. It is one of our favorite pastimes. Sadly, no thanks to the pandemic, none of us could enter the cinemas. Luckily, with the emergence of various streaming platforms, movies have never been more accessible to the greater masses. If something can be said about the situation, I would say it […]

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Science & Technology

SCIENCE FACTS “they say” NOBODY KNOWS

Now you do.  As a kid who didn’t get to enjoy much time under the sun to play with other kids, I spent most of my childhood free time reading books with my mom. She’s a Science and History teacher. I don’t know how and why, but she has a vast erudition. She introduced me […]

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Business & Economy

HM, SIS? TIPS ON DEALING WITH ONLINE DEALERS

The internet is like a pandora’s box; you can find anything under the sun in just a few clicks. But it’s also a place filled with bogus deals, especially for unsuspecting giddy online dealers. Read through these tips to avoid falling into a fishy situation. Even before COVID-19 became a global pandemic, the world was […]

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Sports & Entertainment

LARONG PINOY: KEEPING OUR HERITAGE ALIVE

Larong Pinoy plays a vital part in honing our heritage and culture. They are rooted in collective memories and experiences we carry every day. In an era dominated by mobile phones, gadgets, and computers, our traditional games are reminders of who we are as a nation. They played a vital role in honing our culture […]

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Food, Health & Fitness

OF MENTAL HEALTH AND VOICES IN THE HALLS

I’d be lying if I tell you that I’m not having any problems starting this piece. For one, there are just too many possible ways to open discussions about mental health.  Second, it’s just too close to home, making it challenging to find the right words. Third, sharing something so personal requires emotional catharsis. Nevertheless, […]

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Travel & Tours

BORACAY: IT’S UGLY

Hold your horses. Now, before you release the Kraken of emotions and negative comments, allow us a small amount of your time to walk you through the stories of Boracay people, their experiences, whether they bring a smile to your faces or tears to your eyes. Their story. Their life. The little voices of Boracay.  […]

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Arts & Culture

PINOY ROCK: THERE’S A FRUITCAKE FOR EVERYBODY

Let me straighten my back. Breathe. Ready? Hit play. Now, don’t be fooled by the title. While I’m a staunch Eraserheads fan, we’re not going to focus only on them. Let’s see how this will pan out. I’m currently playing the first song in the Pinoy rock playlist I’ll feature below while typing. Let’s find out […]

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Science & Technology

FILIPINO SCIENTISTS EMBRACING CHALLENGES

Filipinos have always been innovative. Filipinos are known for their hospitality and sheer knack for making things light despite adversities. We find ways to make unfavorable situations work for us. Seek answers. Ask. Never cease to learn new things. Steve Jobs said, “Innovation is saying ‘no’ to 1,000 things.” However, this statement may lack the […]

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Business & Economy

BULLS AND BEARS TAUGHT ME WELL

Ever seen the movies The Big Short and the box-office hit Wolf of Wall Street? Yes, they’re both about trading stocks. If you haven’t yet, I highly recommend you to watch those after reading this article.  Phones ringing off the hook, papers rustling, people in suits and corporate attires anxiously monitoring the ticks and upticks […]

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Food, Health & Fitness

DRINK YOUR WATER BEFORE YOU READ THIS

Why do we need to increase our fluid intake? The answer is simple but tricky. It is simple in a way that you are 60% water, but tricky because some drinks do not necessarily contribute to your daily intake. Some sugary beverages can even inhibit your body from absorbing sufficient fluid.  On average, an adult […]