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Mirrors from melodies: The art of choir as a reflection of Filipino culture and heritage

Withstanding the test of time, the rich harmony and heritage of Filipino choral music plays on and far beyond.

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Capturing visual truths: Zooming in on Filipina and non-binary photojournalists

The field of photojournalism is rife with systemic injustices against women and non-binary individuals. But times are changing, and they are gradually making spaces for themselves.

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Today’s storytellers of the streets take it one mural at a time

These art pieces go beyond vandalism and rebellion. With their striking colors, graffiti epigrams paint the plight of society for all to see.

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Love transcends death through the Ibaloys’ rituals

The Ibaloys of Benguet do not believe death to be the end. The spirits of the deceased live on through the Ibaloys’ unwavering dedication to continuing their tradition.

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Justice of no color: Exploring the truth behind the Comelec 35

On February 9, 1986, 35 computer technicians working on the snap election tabulation project walked out of their jobs in protest of the discrepancies between their data and what was being reported to the public. This is their story.

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Caffeinated catharsis: Shedding light on the drug war with Silingan Coffee’s baristas

Each barista employed at Silingan Coffee has a different and often tragic story to tell.

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Writer’s Recap: We’re still here and queer at the ‘Metro Manila Pride March and Festival 2022’ comeback

“Atin ang Kulayaan: Makibeki ngayon, atin ang panahon!” This demand to uphold LGBTQ+ rights and to achieve true freedom is what paused the showers of June. Instead, luminous arrays of colors poured down last June 25 as the Metro Manila Pride March and Festival 2022 enamored the Cultural Center of the Philippines open grounds. With…

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Working behind Wikipedia, the information frontlines

While Wikipedia’s online library is extensive, traces of disinformation can still be seen; this is where Wikipedia volunteers step in to save the day.

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Best of both worlds: Into the De La Salle Brothers’ artistic hobbies

For Br. Dodo, Br. Mario, and Br. Manny, art allows them to channel inner peace and their passion for positive social change.

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Beyond barriers: Stories of trans women from all-boys schools

Eradicating toxic masculinity in all-boys schools is a crucial step in creating safer spaces for trans women enrolled in these instutitions.