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STARS ALIGN: WOMEN IN SCIENCE

For centuries, the narrative of human progression was often sought in a single monolith, carving halls of 'HISstory' often overlooking the ones that hauled the stone of science. But as the pages of calendars flipped reaching March, her onced haunting footnotes continue to stretch across the margins, bleeding into the main text—rewriting not just how we tell our story, but who gets to hold the pen. In the Philippines, the month of March sweeps in with the defeaning echo of Women's Month Celebration. An echo made of millions, past and present, filling the corners of society — gazing through science innovations and discoveries. The ink that once marked her as an afterthought now bolds across chapters: the mathematician who calculated orbits while posing as her brother, the engineer who designed bridges under a male pseudonym, the activist who turned scientific data into movements for justice. Even in the face of systemic barriers, pioneers still paved the way unraveling the wo...

L.K.A 2009: Wildest Dreams

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 The dream began as a tiny, persistent flicker, a warm glow in the quiet chambers of my heart. It whispered of healing hands and comforting words, of deciphering the body's intricate language and fighting battles alongside those in pain. This dream, a delicate sapling, was nourished by every ache I witnessed, every illness that touched a loved one, growing taller and stronger with each passing year. It was a beacon, shining brightly through the sometimes-murky waters of youthful uncertainty, promising a future where purpose and passion intertwined, where the white coat wasn't just fabric, but a symbol of unwavering dedication.   Yet, the path to such a luminous future was not a smooth, sun-drenched road. Trials, like relentless storms, gathered on the horizon, their dark clouds threatening to douse the gentle flame of my ambition. Doubts, insidious as whispers in the dead of night, tried to pry at the foundations of my resolve. Exhaustion, a heavy cloak, sought to weigh down m...

Beyond February 14: The Spirit of "Always on Valentine’s Day"

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Beyond February 14: The Spirit of "Always on Valentine’s Day"  
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Intayon Ilocos Sur Festival: A Celebration of Culture and History
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UNIFIED TOWN: LONGGANISA FESTIVAL   Vigan City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Ilocos Sur, Philippines, brings its iconic cured pork sausage to the spotlight every year with the Longganisa Festival. Held in January, this vibrant event honors not just a beloved local delicacy but also the city’s rich culinary traditions and cultural identity.   What is the Longganisa Festival?   The festival celebrates Vigan longganisa—a distinct garlicky, sour-sweet sausage made with ground pork, garlic, vinegar, salt, and native spices, wrapped in banana leaves. Unlike other Filipino longganisa varieties, it is known for its unique taste and traditional preparation methods passed down through generations of local makers.   The week-long celebration features a series of activities centered on this beloved food. Highlights include the Grand Street Parade, participants don colorful costumes inspired by the sausage and banana leaves, dancing to lively Ilocano music.   Why Celebrat...
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 An Ambivalent Reverie 
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 Jose Rizal, the face of the Philippines