After being down by as many as 20 points, Air Force One clawed its way back to defeat Baroney, 92-89, and clinch the La Salle Athletic League (LSAL) Basketball title last April 17 at the 9th floor of the Enrique Razon Sports Complex. Both teams gave the crowd a thrilling game as it lasted beyond regulation…
At educational institutions such as our own, the act of plagiarism is treated gravely. Heavy punishments are usually meted out to any offenders who get caught stealing—or copying—someone else’s intellectual property. With tools such as Turnitin seeing widespread use among students and professors, it is clear that plagiarism is treated seriously in the academe. Merriam-Webster…
Let no more than the usual suspects be a testament to how much the world has technologically changed and otherwise confused the common bookworm of the inexistence of quality, tenable, and time-honored books. With the advent of E-books and personal libraries, a part of society is left out on the timbre that is good readings…
From sentiments of surprise, skepticism, and even wonder, near death experiences are labeled with a wide spectrum of reactions, but easy to dismiss is not one of them. The tales of those who’ve died, been to the other side, and came back are plenty. And it’s often met with an assorted mix of responses. Some…
Maher Mohammed Al Raee spends his afternoons in calm contemplation. With a mug of tea in one hand and a cigarette in the other, he settles comfortably in his chair, surveying his idyllic neighbourhood, and taking in the afternoon breeze and figures that flit through the streets: Tricycles, cars, the occasional passerby. A look of…
Representing one’s university is a privilege for any student-athlete. This often leads to future success, as this can be used as a springboard to greater heights. The Lasallian takes a glance at former Green Archers who are currently in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA). For an example, look no further than the handful of Lasallians…
For the first time since 2003, the Philippine Women’s National Team, also known as the Malditas, is set to take part in the AFC (Asian Football Confederation) Women’s Asian Cup in Jordan in 2018. The Malditas were drawn into Group A of the qualification stages which was hosted by Tajikistan in the city of Dushanbe.…
“You find out life’s this game of inches, so is football. Because in either game—life or football—the margin for error is so small. I mean, one half a step too late or too early and you don’t quite make it.” – Tony D’Amato, Any Given Sunday (1998) As sports in general have evolved and grown…
Season 79 did not turn into the season that the DLSU Green Woodpushers and Lady Woodpushers were hoping for as they were not able to bring home championships in their respective divisions in the UAAP Chess Tournament that was held in different venues across Manila. Entering as the defending champions, the Lady Woodpushers were aiming for…
In the disarray of mindless switching tabs, you anxiously wait for a reply from just about any of the five friends you already messaged. In the sea of furniture and familiarity of your own room, nothing seems to put you at ease. You’re alone with your thoughts. Unknown to many, the country actually has a…