Ideally, students are not merely in school to survive the challenges of education but rather thrive and excel in their academic endeavors and long-term goals. By integrating a set of essential regimens and embracing their unique individuality, they may commit to a way of proceeding that lays the foundation for success
February 3, 2024
THE FEAST of Our Lady of Candles in Jaro, Iloilo, embodies faith and tradition deeply cherished in the Ilonggo Catholic community. Celebrated today, February 2, this annual festival marks the Presentation of Jesus Christ and reflects Jaro’s rich cultural heritage dating back more than four centuries ago. The bustling Jaro district
February 2, 2024
AMIDST the vibrant Dinagyang festivities, a sad yet crucial conversation unfolded in a youth convo in a small compound in Lapaz, Iloilo City. Prominent figures like Senator Risa Hontiveros, Dean Chel Diokno, and Senator Bam Aquino convened, echoing a sentiment of unease and resistance. Their focus was the burgeoning propaganda for
January 31, 2024
JO KOY’s performance at the 81st Golden Globe Awards, while polarizing, is a contemporary chapter in the long narrative of comedy’s evolution, a narrative written by the likes of Oscar Wilde’s razor-sharp wit, George Orwell’s incisive social critiques, and Mark Twain’s timeless humor. These icons, along with contemporary jesters like Trevor
January 29, 2024
KASADYAHAN sa Kabanwahanan set in Iloilo City Proper this early morning of Saturday, January 27, is more than just a celebration; it bridges local municipalities’ colorful diversity to the regional and national stage, promoting communal identity, tourism, and unity. Born in 1968, the Kasadyahan Festival began as a modest event to
January 26, 2024
ILOILO City prepares to dazzle the world with its most awaited event of the year—the Dinagyang Festival 2024! This grand celebration, which started last January 12, promises an explosion of culture, spirituality, and exhilaration. To help you make the most of this incredible experience, particularly during the higher-energy days from January
January 25, 2024
FEW EVENTS in the country are as dazzling as Iloilo City’s Dinagyang Festival. At the heart of this pulsating celebration stands Dagoy, a mascot and a cultural symbol next to Señor Sto. Niño, who embodies the spirit of the festival and the pride of the Ilonggos. The Dinagyang Festival, renowned for
January 24, 2024
THE DINAGYANG Festival we now celebrate is a testament to the profound spirituality deeply embedded in the Ilonggo soul. In honor of the Santo Niño (Holy Child Jesus), this event is a spectacle of colors, sounds, and a profound expression of religious fervor and unity. Rooted in the veneration of the
January 23, 2024
THE PUSH for Charter Change (Cha-Cha), through a people’s initiative, has become a focal point of heated debate. Lawmakers in the House of Representatives have prioritized Cha-Cha for 2024, contrasting the lukewarm reception by the Senate. Thus, the emergence of a people’s initiative, shrouded in accusations of bribery, surfaces as an
January 22, 2024
“MGA KUWENTONG Barbero” (Barber’s Tales), directed by Jun Robles Lana, has recently garnered significant attention after its inclusion in Netflix’s roster, swiftly climbing to the number third spot as of January 18. This 2013 film, led by the talented Eugene Domingo, is not merely a story; it reflects a tumultuous era–the
January 20, 2024
THE WORLD-renowned Dinagyang Festival has become the center of a contentious debate on the necessity of signal jamming for public safety. Signal jamming is employed ostensibly for security purposes and involves turning off mobile phone signals to prevent potential threats. While this practice aims to enhance safety during large public gatherings,
January 19, 2024
IN THE charming town of Dueñas, Iloilo, a story has been passed down through generations, a narrative that has chilled both young and old to the bone. It is the story of Teniente Gimo, a figure shrouded in mystery and fear, a supposed aswang who has become an integral part of
January 17, 2024