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By: Cyrus Cuenca Romualdo Photo By: Alona Myka Balbastro  Let's recall an important event that has happened in the past.    EDSA is the acronym for Epifanio de los Santos Avenue. It is the main road in Metro Manila, where a crucial part of our country's history takes place. On the 22nd day of February 1986, millions of Filipinos hoard and march along the road. It is to peacefully stop the dictatorial leadership of President Ferdinand E. Marcos as well as obtain true freedom and democracy. The protest continued until February 25, 1986. By virtue of Proclamation No. 59, s. 1987 was declared the first anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution.   Let us always remember that "we can achieve everything when we are together," just like how the millions of Filipinos stood up in those days to achieve the freedom that our country deserved.  

By: Renielle Campos Photo By: Ron Wesley Mendoza Today, February 20th, is World Day of Social Justice, which highlights the importance of rights and equality for greater social justice and aims to create a better and equal world for all. This day was approved by the United Nations General Assembly on November 26th, 2007, and has been observed annually since 2009. The declaration emphasizes the need to ensure fair outcomes for everyone through employment, social protection, social dialogue, and fundamental principles and rights. Despite the existence of various inequalities and prejudices towards different social statuses, this day should serve as a reminder to all of us to strive towards creating a world that provides equal opportunities and fairness to everyone. Let us all promote equality and spread fairness for a better world.

  BY: Michelle Angeline Villanueva PHOTO BY: Emman Ombina  Photo Credits to: Joshua Dimaano  The 30th Founding Anniversary of Kolehiyo ng Lungsod ng Lipa has officially ended with an evening program---fireworks display, Search for KLL Model Student, talent show of teachers, and a blasting Rave Party---this 14th of February 2024 at the Lipa Academy of Sports Culture and Arts (LASCA) Convention Hall.  After the dazzling fireworks display, Ms. Jenybel Recio from College of Teacher Education (CTE), Bachelor of Secondary Education and Mr. Niel Canilao from College of Communication Arts (CCA) were crowned as KLL Model Students. Ms. Recio secured her position with her winning answer, emphasizing that leadership is her calling. She made clear that one of the traits of a good leader is the soul for leadership. "For me, the characteristic of a good student are: First, student who have integrity, commitment, and willing[ness] to excel and learn more about our lives. Aside from that, resilien

BY: Shemiah Azarel Del Mundo PHOTO BY: Emman Ombina Kolehiyo ng Lungsod ng Lipa, celebrated its 30th Founding Anniversary with the theme, Embracing 30 Years of Excellence, Beacon of Knowledge - Advocate of Change, February 14, 2024.  The opening ceremony was initiated by Councilor Ralph Umali and Angela Antonette Bautista, the SK Federation President, who delivered an encouraging message to welcome Kolehiyo ng Lungsod ng Lipa's 30th founding anniversary.  On the other hand, different colleges participated in the event, showcasing their talents and skills in dancing, which kept the audience engaged and entertained.  The ceremony also featured exciting question and answer activities on blind dates and speed dating, which were enjoyed by the participants.  Special guest Miss Georgia added to the lively atmosphere, drawing cheers from the crowd with her undying chemistry that led to an unexpected match.  

By: Claire Tolentino Photo By: Gio Anderson Laylo "Remember you are dust, and to dust you shall return." Each year, Catholics begin the Lent season by putting an ash cross on their forehead to commemorate the life and hardships of Jesus. By putting ash, Catholics show their repentance and recognize their mortality. This ash is made from burned blessed palm leaves used in last year's Palm Sunday when people welcomed Jesus’s arrival in Jerusalem before being crucified. To strengthen their faith, people penance by fasting that continues for 6 weeks until Easter Sunday, the day of His resurrection.  May this season of reflection and renewal bring spiritual growth and peace to all who partake in it.

BY: James Andrei Dioneda PHOTO BY: Alona Myka Balbastro Kolehiyo ng Lungsod ng Lipa celebrated its 30th Founding Anniversary by kicking off its first day with opening of booths, ribbon-cutting ceremonies, and exciting game, February 13, 2024. To mark the start of the event, College administrators Mario Carmelo A. Pesa and Sir John Anthony Olan actively presented speeches during the ribbon-cutting ceremony on CCA grounds, followed by the opening of booths. The College of Communication Arts (CCA) introduced a Karaoke Booth, a unique platform for students to showcase their singing talent, inspired by the popular television show 'The Voice. The College of Teacher Education (CTE) establishes a Photo Booth that unleashes students' creativity and captures memorable moments with the inclusion of frames, props, and a thoughtfully designed booth.  The College of Computer Studies (CCS) prepared a "Harana" Booth where live music performances will take place providing students a c

By: Shemiah Azarel B. Del Mundo Photo By: Ron Wesley Mendoza Chinese New Year, a widely celebrated festival among Chinese people takes place on February 10 and continues for 15 days. It is the welcoming of the lunar new year that indicates closure, family and hope. Chinese Horoscope 2024 predicts a prosperous year for the dragon, representing authority, prosperity, and good fortune. Moreover, it brings evolution, improvement, and abundance. According to Feng Shui expert and Geomancer Patrick Lim Fernandez, 2024 is the Year of the Wooden Dragon and it's all about growth. "Take advantage of this energy. Grow with the world rather than against it," Fernandez told members of the press at a recent event in New World Makati. It is an excellent year to make money from your passion or what you're good at. "Any way you can monetize what you know, this is a good year for that," he said, adding that ventures that have to do with nature (products of plants and trees) ar

  By: Myka Jen Llanera Photo by: Emmanuel Ombina Every February 4, people pay tribute to the Philippine-American War. It may be considered an extension of the Philippine Revolution against Spanish rule, which took place during the Philippine–American War. After Spain's defeat in the Spanish-American War, the Treaty of Paris was signed which granted the United States control over the Philippines. To prevent the Philippines from gaining independence, the US attempted to annex the country. This resulted in the leaders of the Filipino people, who governed the entire archipelago except Manila, retaliating. The Philippine-American War raged between the US and Filipino revolutionaries from 1899 to 1902. Although some fighting continued for several years, the US declared an official end to the war in 1902. Except for World War II, the United States maintained complete control over the archipelago until 1946. As we celebrate this day, we honor the bravery and selflessness of the men and wom

  By: Claire Laroza Photo By: Alona Myka Balbastro Every year on February 3, we pay tribute to a significant event in our history - the Anniversary of the Battle of Manila's Liberation. This crucial battle was a part of the Philippine campaign that took place from 1944 to 1945. The battle was waged in Manila, the capital of the Philippines, where U.S. and Filipino forces bravely stood against the Japanese invaders. The conflict, which lasted for a month, resulted in the city's destruction and the tragic loss of nearly 100,000 lives. During the battle, Japanese troops carried out massacres of Filipino villagers, and American artillery also led to numerous casualties. The resistance from the Japanese and the American gunfire severely damaged most of Manila’s architectural and cultural heritage. The city of Manila was among the most devastated capitals during the war, comparable to Berlin and Warsaw. The end of this conflict marked a significant turning point - the cessation of th