Basketball’s Greatest of All Time controversy frequently erupts over who merits the moniker. One name always seems to come up, whether in online forums, contentious conversations at sports bars, or family dinners: Michael Jeffrey Jordan. Furthermore, this belief is not just fueled by bias or nostalgia from older fans. Not only
December 4, 2024
Rom Dongeto’s “Tatsulok” was performed by Buklod in the late 1980s, Bamboo in the 2000s, and Ben&Ben in the 2020s. This song’s timeless appeal is due to its powerful message and cross-era appeal. “Tatsulok” criticizes the socio-political pyramid, in which the rich get richer, and the poor get poorer, which is
December 2, 2024
Every country has a hero whose life has a lasting impact that spans centuries and connects the past and present with unwavering courage and moral convictions. One such person who stands tall is Gat Andres Bonifacio, a revolutionary whose spirit lives on 161 years after his birth. Even though the nature
November 30, 2024
The sorry state of external assessments in basic education—like the National Achievement Test (NAT)—is a story that needs to be told. For years, we have relied on such exams to gauge the learning outcomes of millions of Filipino students. Yet, as journalist and education advocate Estanislao C. Albano Jr. eloquently argues
November 29, 2024
One tendency that appears far too frequently in the whirlwind of political discourse is hasty generalization. This logical fallacy is common in daily discussions, news articles, and—unsurprisingly—political campaigns. It entails drawing general conclusions from sparse data. Fallacies can range from the harmless—like when a vendor asserts that “all politicians [bar none]
November 27, 2024
Superstitions, a fundamental part of Filipino culture, live in daily routines, whether skipping the ladder on a sidewalk or avoiding that rogue black cat (my neighbors call it “kuring mundo”) on a misty night. To the casual observer, these practices might seem a little odd, even amusing. But here’s the catch:
November 26, 2024
Let us face it. As students, professionals, or creatives, most of us have already been exposed to digital tools for writing. Whether it be grammar checkers or content generators — the support is a click away. This is not anything new — each decade has had its tech breakthroughs, from scientific
November 25, 2024
Has someone ever cut you off in the middle of a meeting while you confidently presented an idea, making himself the center of attention while downplaying yours? Places of work are like this all over the world. In addition to misbehaving, those who put down others to elevate themselves are also
November 23, 2024
Joining student organizations, clubs, councils, and school papers is more than just a way to pass the time in college; it is an experience that forms you. Imagine this: you graduate with Latin honors and a picture-perfect transcript, but how do you respond when the job market calls for leadership, empathy,
November 22, 2024
Some years ago, “woke” was a positive term. In African American Vernacular English, it called for racial awareness and ‘vigilanteism.’ The Black Lives Matter movement popularized “stay woke” to combat systemic racism. As it became popular, the term expanded to include gender and economic inequality. Recently, “woke” has become negative. As
November 20, 2024
Equipping students with the tools for responsible journalism extends far beyond academic training—it is an essential step in nurturing ethical voices dedicated to truth. Recently, the orientation and training workshop for the ISUFST RSCUAA PR Committee offered an invaluable opportunity to prepare student journalists not only for the upcoming Regional State
November 18, 2024
The recent reports from the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) paint a complex picture of the current educational landscape in the country. Each finding sheds light on longstanding challenges and pinpoints key areas for reform. These issues highlight a pressing need for transformation across the sector, from curriculum design
November 16, 2024
