Ground zero is a term often used to refer to an area left most devastated after a disaster; in the aftermath of the 315-kph winds of supertyphoon Yolanda in 2013, ground zero pertained to the barangay of 68-Anibong in Tacloban City. All the houses built on the coastline were destroyed. More than 50 people were…
Category: Menagerie
With just a spade, a pickaxe, and some rivets, a 2.5-meter deep hole is dug into the ground. The danger of getting cut by a rusty nail or broken glass is palpable. On rainy days, incredibly high, too, is the risk of battling cave-ins caused by waterlogged ground. Once the grave is dug, the casket…
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Rant and Rave: Joker
The past two decades have populated the modern cinematic landscape with superhero origin stories. The rise of comic book adaptations have made this a necessity as they make an effective way of introducing the heroes whose journeys audiences will be following. While these narratives could have easily gone stale, storytellers are keeping the genre fresh…
Movie reviews often laud amazing screenplays, stunning visuals, and top-class acting with praise, as these are key components that establish the heart and soul of a film. However, one element that deserves more attention is the musical score. There are melodies that make our nails dig into armrests in horror flicks, our hearts race in…
The Lasallian Youth Orchestra (LYO) has performed on and off the stage for the past 10 years, bringing elegance and grace through their instruments and meticulously practiced performances. Over the years, LYO has had a myriad of performances spanning multiple genres—from BLACKPINK’s latest single to a medley of Miss Saigon’s soundtrack. The orchestra’s flexibility and…
One might imagine the mere presence of Mike Enriquez, surrounded by awards garnered throughout his illustrious career, exuding an aura of intimidation. After all, who doesn’t know the Mike Enriquez? Yet, he radiates understanding and comfort. A household name, the man is more familiar than he is intimidating; the mere mention of his name brings…
“You have to be relentless in pursuing the truth.” The air in the room shifted at the sound of those words, delivered with the gravitas expected of esteemed broadcast journalist Jessica Soho. A true storyteller, Soho commanded the room full of student journalists—who were hanging on to every word—with nothing more than her presence and…
In the formal education system, many students finish their schooling without experiencing a learning environment void of loud school bells, multiple classroom introductions, and required school uniforms. Homeschooling is a learning system that is vastly different from what many are familiar with. Back to basics As a seven-year-old, Therese Paman was homeschooled after her parents…
Gender is all around us—from the clothes we wear to the institutions we inhabit. Individuals are all seen as having a gender and are thrust into this system that dictates everything from one’s appearance to their behavior. This on its own is reason enough to warrant the study of gender, to see how it is…
The sting of cold water, the ache of long rides, the heat of summer asphalt—this is the world of the triathlete. Perhaps one of the most punishing race types, the triathlon is comprised of three disciplines: swimming, biking, and running. While requiring a mastery of three sports is already difficult on its own, the distance…