The Memory of Freedom

Posted on August 21, 2018

After 35 years of one of the country’s historic moments, many Filipinos still remember the assassination of Senator Ninoy Aquino Jr. – a hero who fought for democracy, for freedom, and for the Filipinos.

A Great Contrast: Family fun and Lingering fear

Posted on July 29, 2018

After 14 years, Pixar finally unveiled the second installment of the family favored animated film – which people of all ages has waited for – the Incredibles 2. The Parr family hits the screens once again.

Appreciation vs. Aesthetics

Posted on July 29, 2018

Thousands of people from around the Manila flocked the newly opened National Museum of Natural History last May 18, just in time for the International Museum Day. Approximately 20,000 visitors were said to have already walked inside the museum a few days after it opened their doors to the public.

The cost of loving truth

Posted on April 07, 2018

In August 2013, members of the Letran community linked arms with millions of outraged Filipinos in Luneta Park to call for the abolition of the Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF), in the aftermath of a political scandal now referred to as the “Pork Barrel Scam.”

VIVA SEÑOR NAZARENO: A brief history of the Feast of Black Nazarene

Posted on January 09, 2018

In hopes of being bestowed a miracle, thousands of Filipino devotees have gathered today in celebration of the feast of the Black Nazarene.

Reel Review: The Good and Bad in DC’s Justice League

Posted on December 16, 2017

Following the release of Wonder Woman last June, DC kicks back with an all-star superhero team that is here to save the world again from (another) extra-terrestrial invasion which a lot of people have had enough of during the past few years; Justice League stars the ever-famous heroes that all children knew ever since then now on the big screen.

Wands at the ready: A Primer for Grindelwald

Posted on December 16, 2017

Another trailer for the latest Fantastic Beasts film flooded the internet, much of the joys of Harry Potter fans throughout social media. Last November 16, marking the exact year before it will be released in 2018, the title of the second movie installation is revealed – Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald.

Why the Left took the streets against Trump

Posted on December 16, 2017

The opening ceremonies of the 31st ASEAN Summit were greeted with protests from militants, led by Bagong Alyansang Makabayan, campaigning #BanTrumpPH, a call to ban Trump from the country for his aggressive military and immigration policies.

October reads: Adventures on Ink

Posted on November 07, 2017

“It had become one of the defining truths of my life that, no matter how I tried to keep them flattened, two dimensional, jailed in paper and ink, there would always be stories that refused to stay bound in books.” – Jacob Portman, Miss Peregrine’s Peculiar Children, The Library of Souls.

Ravings of guitar-man: A consumer’s guide

Posted on November 07, 2017

It has been a month long since the last review, and we’re back harder and stronger. 2017 had seen the rise and fall of artists and musical styles; their innovation and deterioration. This review will include my picks (the albums you should listen to) and my not picks (the albums you should not listen to) in 2017 releases.   

  1. Pressed and Polished: Inside the strict uniform policy of Colegio de San Juan de Letran
  2. Lady Knights survive five-set thriller to hit 10-0 mark; Knights fall to EAC
  3. From mountain peaks to city streets: The true face of Philippine tourism
  4. Knights crumble against Blazers, Lady Knights escape defending champs in five grueling sets.
  5. Knights, Lady Knights triumphant in battle of Intramuros
  6. Josef v Ursua revisited as SC rules on same-sex property rights
  7. Letran bags double sweep against San Sebastian
  8. Lady Knights stomp Lady Altas in three sets, Knights bow to Altas Spikers in a nail-biter
  9. More than a decision: From care that empowers autonomy
  10. Letran-Manila shifts from Google Classroom to Canvas
  11. Lady Knights hand Lady Spikers first loss of the tournament, Knights snap winning streak against Red Spikers
  12. Letran, on a winning streak, bags double victories in women's and men’s volleyball
  13. Behind the nostalgic comeback of 2016
  14. Letran-Manila holds earthquake drill orientation ahead of Intramuros-wide exercise
  15. Effusive eruption of Mayon Volcano continues for 18th consecutive day
  16. Etched in Time: Seniors Reflecting on Their Last Semester
  17. Knighted in Glory: Honoring the victories and upcoming challenges of season 101
  18. MoveIt Drivers: A Christmas Journey
  19. From Law to Life: RA 11166's Fight Against HIV on World AIDS Day
  20. The Rooster's Mass: A Filipino heartbeat at dawn
  21. Marcos Jr.’s priority bills: A deep dive into four crucial legislations
  22. Warm glow in the dark walls: Christmas festivities in Intramuros
  23. Letran suffers heartbreaking loss against rival San Beda, ends NCAA 101 run as first runner up.
  24. Honoring Bonifacio: Rallying Against Corruption
  25. Knights return to familiar territory with an old foe standing in the way
  26. Letran sweeps Perpetual, back in the Finals after 3 years
  27. Preparing future tourism professionals, one event at a time