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Opinion

Blood and bigotry

Despite the fanfare, this year’s World Cup is shadowed by a myriad of human rights violations and censorship cases that have taken place in its host country, Qatar.

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Vanguard

A not-so-jolly Christmas: The environmental cost of the holidays

Christmas is universally known as the most wonderful time of the year. But after gifts are unwrapped and lights turned off, nature has to deal with a grueling aftermath.

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Opinion

An “urgent” heist

The vagueness behind its urgency and the government’s failure to prioritize the country’s pressing needs are more than enough grounds for the public to refuse the MIF.

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Menagerie

Art meets religion: Kawit’s unique Christmas tradition

Christmas—a time of togetherness and rejoicing. In the municipality of Kawit, Cavite, there exists an artistic tradition of devotion and community.

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University

Groups march for higher wages, lower prices on Bonifacio Day

Lasallians joined various progressive groups in Plaza Miranda last November 30 to commemorate the birth anniversary of hero Andres Bonifacio and Araw ng Masang Anakpawis. The movement—which grew in number upon reaching Liwasang Bonifacio—called for the increase in wages and lower commodity prices, along with calls to address other labor issues.  The protest—which Ground Commander…

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Vanguard

Brewing new ideas: DLSU Chemistry Society ‘Sup Brew

Always need your daily caffeine fix? Last November 28 and 29, DLSU Chemistry Society held ‘Sup Brew, a two-day seminar and bazaar at the Cory Aquino Democratic Space (CADS). With talks from coffee experts, a walk-in bazaar, and coffee brewing demonstrations, the event aimed to showcase the various complexities of coffee to Lasallians. A total…

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PRESS RELEASE: FWWC 2023–Auckland TBC for Filipinas

The Philippine Women’s National Team will be based in Auckland, New Zealand for the FIFA Women’s World Cup after Team Base Camps (TBCs) were confirmed by FIFA on Monday.  While the Filipinas will be playing their first two matches in Dunedin and Wellington, respectively, their TBC is in Auckland where they are playing their last…

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PRESS RELEASE: Filipinas put five goals past PNG in friendly

SYDNEY, Australia – Carleigh Frilles struck in each half as the Philippines trounced Papua New Guinea, 5-1, in the first of their two friendly matches last Sunday night at Western Sydney Wanderers Park here.  Captain Tahnai Annis, Eva Madarang and substitute Meryll Serrano were also on the scoresheet as the Filipinas dominated a PNG side…

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Sports

UAAP: Lady Archers forgo UAAP crown to Lady Bulldogs who complete dominant seven-peat

After losing two games in a row against the now seven-time defending champions, the NU Lady Bulldogs, 76-64, the DLSU Lady Archers settled for silver in the UAAP Season 85 Women’s Basketball tournament earlier today, December 11, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.  Despite the loss, Charmine Torres led the valiant effort, topping all…

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Sports

Finals-bound: DLSU Lady Archers aim to return UAAP Women’s Basketball crown to Taft

As Season 85 draws closer and closer to the finish line, the Lady Archers have been shattering records and racking up win after win in pursuit of a long-desired championship.