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With the surge in scams, is SIM registration the cure?

In response to the persistent threat of text scams and mobile-based fraud in the Philippines, the government enacted Republic Act 11934 or the SIM Registration Act in October 2022. Hailed as a solution to growing digital crimes, the law requires subscribers to register their SIM cards using personal identification—a landmark move in shifting the country’s…

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UAAP: Lady Booters fall to the Lady Tamaraws, 2-0, for the fourth straight finals bout

For the fourth consecutive season, the DLSU Lady Booters succumbed to the FEU Lady Tamaraws, 2-0, in the UAAP Women’s Football Finals earlier tonight, November 15, at the UP Diliman Football Pitch. FEU forward Judie Arevalo and midfielder Althea Rebosura netted in the two goals of the match in the 14th and 94th minute, respectively,…

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University

CSO, offices settle payments to Asterisko Coffee amid systemic hurdles, conflicting timelines 

In March, The LaSallian revealed unresolved transactions from the 2023 and 2024 iterations of the Lasallian Enrichment Alternative Program (LEAP). Since then, Asterisko Coffee’s dues were resolved as it received its P24,000 revenue this April—nearly ten months after LEAP 2024—while its P5,000 compensation fee was handled separately, according to an employee. Although the payment was…

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Menagerie

Tagay pa! Inumans give a toast to Filipino togetherness

Through clinking glasses and infectious laughter, the inuman bares the hearts of its partakers, revealing the spirit of friendship and camaraderie.

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University

A tale of two evils: Lesser evil voting in the Philippines

As voters yearning for good governance are starved for options, many settle for “lesser evils.” But is it possible to break free from this cycle?

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Sports

UAAP: Green and Lady Tankers demonstrate outstanding poise and grit to achieve first and second runner-up finishes in Season 88 campaign

The DLSU Green and Lady Tankers delivered a remarkable showing at the UAAP Season 88 Swimming Tournament, held from November 6 to 9 at the New Clark City Aquatics Center, demonstrating a balance of individual excellence and cohesive teamwork in the relay events achieving back-to-back podium finishes. Throughout the tournament, the Green-and-White contingent showed nothing…

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Vanguard

The realities of resurrecting the extinct

While attempts at de-extinction bring science fiction to life, they risk overshadowing the urgent fight against modern-day extinctions.

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Menagerie

Amid dissonance, dubbing synchronizes stories and the Filipino voice

As midday strikes, the familiar routine of watching cable television bears a Filipino rhythm, carried out by the art of dubbing. From the quirky antics of Western cartoons to the high action of anime, dubbing has transformed countless forms of media into Filipino experiences.  By adapting shows into the local tongue and humor, dubbing bridges…

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Sports

UAAP: Lady Tracksters return to podium in S88 last-day medal rush, Green Tracksters finish eighth with standout performances

The DLSU Green and Lady Tracksters triumphly wrapped up their  UAAP Season 88 Athletics Championship campaigns, held from November 6 to 9 at the New Clark City Athletics Stadium. The Lady Tracksters earned second runner-up with 217.75 points, improving from their fourth-place finish last season. The Green Tracksters, however, finished in eighth place, mirroring their…

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Sports

Athlete Revisited: Natasha Alquiros finds purpose beyond the game 

After a storied run with La Salle and the national team, Natasha Alquiros now takes on a new role in elevating women’s football in the country.