Excitement. Fear. Pressure. Laughter. Amused. Starting an internship feels like hopping onto a rollercoaster of emotions. There are moments of sheer excitement when you conquer new challenges, but also times of anxiety as you try to prove yourself. It’s a whirlwind of feelings, but in the midst of it all, you make friends so that […]
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Not just any student, but a BA Journalism student currently in my senior year! A future-known journalist, and yup - that`s me, Junie. Feature writer and editor of Ang Kawayan (2011–2012), Ang Trailblazer (2013–2015), and Panitik Imuseno (2016) serving you with factual good news.
Gilas Pilipinas Slams a Territorial Claim with Victory Against Team China: FIBA World Cup Unleashes Flood of Joy and Memes
“Ball is life, but perhaps for Filipinos, ball is more than life – it’s a symbol of reclaiming pride, space, and a bit of the West Philippine Sea!”
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Cavite State University’s Lady Aileen Orsal Makes History as Harvard’s First-ever Instructor for Filipino Language Course
In a historic move that puts the spotlight on Filipino language and culture, Lady Aileen Orsal, a proud alumna and former faculty member of Cavite State University (CvSU) in the Philippines, takes the helm as Harvard University’s first-ever instructor for its inaugural Filipino language course. Starting today, September 5, 2023, Orsal will be teaching introductory and intermediate Filipino (Tagalog) classes, marking a monumental milestone not just for herself, but for Filipinos around the globe.
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Dalbong’s Triumph: The First Filipino Corgi to Conquer the World Dog Show
In a world captivated by Filipino excellence in singing, dancing, and the arts, it’s high time we shine a light on a different kind of star. Meet Dalbong—the four-year-old Pembroke Welsh Corgi who recently swept the 2023 World Dog Show in Geneva, Switzerland, off its paws. With his little legs but an enormous spirit, Dalbong becomes the first-ever dog from the Philippines to be crowned “World Winner” and “Best of Breed”.
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‘Good Laugh’ Debuts: GoodNewsPilipinas and Jose Mari Chan Turn ‘Ber-months’ Into Season of Merriment and Giggles
Hold on to your Santa hats, folks! The Ber Months are here, which means the Facebook and Twitter feeds of every Juan, Pedro, and Maria will soon be filled with Christmas memes, extreme caroling sessions, and those irresistible “Simbang Gabi” videos. And let’s not forget the unsung hero of the season—Gcash QR codes that whisper, “Namamasko po, pasend na lang po thru Gcash,” accompanied by Christmas song lyrics so heartfelt you can almost hear the jingles!
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Team Philippines crowned Overall Grand Champion at World Championships of Performing Arts in California
The magical run for Team Philippines at the 26th annual World Championships of Performing Arts (WCOPA) in Anaheim, California, U.S.A. has yielded topnotch results: being crowned the Overall Grand Champion and taking home five individual Grand Champion titles, along with an astonishing 362 medals and awards, stirred pride and celebration for the Filipino talent in singing, dancing, and a variety of performing arts.
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Pinoy Style Mix and Match: Basketball, Volleyball, Chess, and Zumba on the Same Court? Why Not!
Forget the classic combo of bread and butter; the Philippines is taking mix and match to the next level! A “multisport fiesta” was recently captured on video by James Daryll Doinog (a.k.a. DJ Multisport), who recorded his friends playing volleyball while a separate group of basketball players were in the same court. It’s the latest rage—like pineapple on pizza, but less controversial!
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John Lloyd Cruz Bags Best Actor Award at Locarno Film Festival: A Triumph for Filipino Talent
Filipino talent shined on the global stage as John Lloyd Cruz received the prestigious Boccalino d’Oro prize (Golden Jug Award) given by the Independent Critics Jury of Italy at the 76th Locarno Film Festival (LFF) in Switzerland. Cruz’s breathtaking performance in Lav Diaz’s “Essential Truths of the Lake” not only captivated the audience but also etched a proud moment in Philippine film history.
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La Salle Filipiniana Dance Company wins 3 gold medals at World Dance Festival Korea
The La Salle Filipiniana Dance Company (LSFDC) of De La Salle University-Dasmarinas (DLSU-D) in Cavite raised their school’s and the Filipino nation’s pride after winning multiple championship titles at the World Dance Festival 2023 held in Goyang City South Korea.
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Pangasinan Artist Crafts Hole-Punched Portrait for Parents’ Anniversary: A Loving Tribute Through Recycled Art
Artist-Digital Creator Jereka Ellen Bueno Decano from San Quintin, Pangasinan, found a unique way to express her filial love – a hole-punched portrait of her parents, Teody and Emma, to celebrate their 33rd wedding anniversary.
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UP and Ateneo Soar into UniRank’s Top 200 Asian Universities, Lead Philippines’ Most Popular Educational Institutions
The University of the Philippines Diliman (UPD) and Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) have made remarkable leaps in the latest UniRank most popular universities list, leaping into the Top 200 Universities in Asia and improving their world ranking.
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Filipino Pride Shines: Legit Status & HQ Declared World Champions, UP Streetdance Grab Bronze at World Hip Hop Dance Championship
Filipino dance crews brought pride and honor to the Philippines with Legit Status and HQ clinching the Gold Medal as World Champions in the MegaCrew and Adult Divisions, while UP Streetdance Club won the MegaCrew Bronze Medal at the World Hip Hop Dance Championship 2023 held at Arizona Grand Resort & Spa Phoenix on August 7 (Philippine time).
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