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  By: Myka Jen Llanera Photo By: Joylene Batomalaki May 28th is National Flag Day in the Philippines. triumph of the Filipino forces over the Spanish Army at the Battle of Alapan in Imus, Cavite. It honors the first fly-by of the Philippine flag following the Filipino soldiers' triumph over the Spanish Army in the Battle of Alapan in Imus, Cavite. Emilio Aguinaldo, a rebel from the Philippines, designed the country's present flag in 1897. It is a bicolor horizontal design with crimson red over royal blue. First flown after the Battle of Alapan on May 28, 1898, the flag features a white equilateral triangle at the hoist with a golden sun with eight rays in the middle and a five-pointed gold star at each vertex. Spanish forces and the Filipino revolutionaries under Aguinaldo's leadership engaged in combat. The rebels retook the province of Cavite after defeating the Spanish. The national flag is raised on Flag Day in the Philippines to commemorate Aguinaldo's arrival into

  By: Michelle Villanueva Photo By: Jhon Lenard Abawag In her silver gown adorned with pink flowers, Ms. Joyce Olgado, alongside her partner, Mr. James Francisco, brought pride to Kolehiyo ng Lungsod ng Lipa (KLL) as they participated in Lipa City Grand Santacruzan 2024 on May 24, 2024, in San Sebastian Cathedral Lipa. Furthermore, Ms. Olgado shared her experience during the entire event. “It was amazing and tiring at the same time,” she stated. “Pero masarap sa pakiramdam ‘yong experience na makasama sa ganitong event sa community natin. Especially, it was an honor to be chosen to represent Kolehiyo ng Lungsod ng Lipa.” Prior to preparation, she mentioned that it was simply her goal to attend the event. She also shared her gratitude with the people who helped her and her partner throughout the preparation. In the end, everything flowed smoothly.  Aside from that, she stated that the most memorable part of the event was when they were awarded for their participation and the school was

  By: Ron Wesley Mendoza Photo By: Jhon Lenard Abawag   World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development that celebrates not only the rich variety of human culture and art and contributes to sustainable development, but also the importance of intercultural understanding as a tool for achieving peace and development. This includes not only the visible diversity between customs, practices, and languages and expressions, but also the deeper cultural and ethical differences that define communities. Cultural diversity involves the types of differences that exist between various members of different groups and societies.Thus, cultural diversity is not only realized through the various means through which cultural expressions are elaborated, increased and exchanged through a number of divers cultural expressions, but also in the difference ways in which artistic expressions come into being executed, circulated or shared and are accessed by individuals within society. World Day f

  By: Michelle Villanueva Photo By: Gio Anderson Laylo “ HIV does not make people dangerous to know, so you can shake their hands and give them a hug; heaven knows they need it.” - Princess Diana As much as we need vaccines to prevent pandemics, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) affects people of any age globally as well. The virus that caused this, which is called human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), targets the immune system of an affected person, making them weak and vulnerable to chronic diseases like cancer. This illness significantly affects a person’s life in a downward spiral. Hence, it is only logical to say that even in this kind of situation, prevention is still better than cure. This May 18th is marked as World AIDS Vaccine Day, in a desire to raise awareness of the problem and in honor of the professionals who continuously work to come up with an effective vaccine that may prevent the spread of the disease. In 1997, US President Bill Clinton challenged these profes

  By: Shemiah Azarel Delmundo Photo By:  Alona Myka Balbastro Among the recent advances: Social and legal norms have shifted away from criminalizing LGBTQIA+ people and towards safeguarding their rights. Since 2019, 11 countries have legalized marriage equality. Since 2017, 13 countries have removed laws criminalizing LGBTQIA+ sexuality.  Further, policies protecting the rights of sexual and gender minorities are gaining ground at every level. In recent months, United Nations bodies have called for transgender-friendly HIV care, protection of the rights of intersex people and an end to discrimination against LGBTQIA+ people in health services.  UNFPA stands for the rights and choices of everyone, everywhere. Leaving no one behind means prioritizing the rights and inclusion of all people, as the world navigates unprecedented challenges and strives for a peaceful, prosperous future. “Human rights are inherent to all human beings,” UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem has said, “and

  By: Shemiah Azarel DelMundo Photo By: Jhon Lenard Abawag The Gender and Development (GAD) office organized a seminar at Kolehiyo ng Lungsod ng Lipa to educate female students about their rights as women, focusing on Republic Act No. 11313, the Safe Space Act, and #IWatchAndShare 2024 (Anti-Sexual Harassment Law). Guest speaker Atty. Irene Joy A. Mendoza-Ulep emphasized that the daily and habitual actions of individuals could potentially constitute a crime rather than a mere jest. Through this seminar, Atty. Ulep hopes to create a secure environment for all women to assert their rights and address injustices.

By: Cassandra Cabaysa Photo By: Alona Balbastro International Nurse Day is celebrated on May 12th every year to honor nurses worldwide. This day provides an opportunity to express gratitude and appreciation for the selfless service provided by nurses in the healthcare industry. This year's theme is "Our Nurses. Our Future. The Economic Power of Care," which highlights the economic impact that nurses have on the healthcare system. Nurses are healthcare professionals who provide care to sick individuals and supervise other healthcare staff, including doctors, dentists, and surgeons. They are a vital part of the hospital setting, as they take care of every patient and ensure their well-being. Nursing is a demanding field that requires dedication and compassion, as nurses save lives and maintain the health of others.   Nurses play a crucial role in advocating for patients' rights and ensuring they receive quality healthcare. Beyond their medical duties, nurses often act a

  By: Claire Laroza Photo By: Joylene Batomalaki Did you know that the concept of fair trade dates back to the late 1940s? It originated as a response to the inequality faced by marginalized producers in developing countries. Fast forward to today, World Fair Trade Day has become a prominent platform to recognize the hard work of farmers, artisans, and workers who strive to create goods with integrity and fairness. World Fair Trade Day is more than just a date on the calendar; it's a celebration of ethical practices, community empowerment, and sustainable development. This global event, observed on the second Saturday of May each year, brings attention to the importance of fair trade in creating a more just and equitable world. At the core of World Fair Trade Day lies the commitment to fair wages, safe working conditions, and environmental sustainability. It is a day that honors the hard work of farmers, artisans, and workers worldwide who produce goods with integrity and respect f

  By:  Mae Cueto Photo By: Jhon Lenard Abawag The theme for World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day 2024 is "I give with joy, and the joy I give is a reward."  The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement is a global humanitarian network of 80 million people that helps those facing disaster, conflict, and health and social problems. The World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day, we acknowledge the commitment and altruism of the individuals who passionately strive to reduce human distress and uphold the values of compassion, fairness, humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity, and universality. Red Cross and Red Crescent volunteers and staff are often the first to respond to a crisis or disaster.  On this day, we celebrate those who give their time, and sometimes their lives, to ease the suffering of others and protect their inherent human dignity.

  By: Kimberly Nodera Photo By: Emman Ombina It is essential to understand the roles of firefighters and how they play a significant part in helping people daily. Many know them for putting out blazes and saving people from fires.  However, many people need to learn that this is just one of the many responsibilities a firefighter has.  These heroes act as first responders, emergency technicians, and fire prevention specialists. A day to thank all firefighters who keep us safe – celebrated each year on the 4th of May to honor the brave individuals.  It is an opportune time to reflect on the invaluable service courageous men and women provide. The day is a reminder that firefighting is a profession that requires dedication, skill, and selflessness.  It's a time to show gratitude for the unwavering commitment of firefighters to safeguard people and property from the ravages of fire.  Happy International Firefighters Day!

  By: Kenneth Selverio Photo By: Angelo Taperi "The power of a pen is more than anything. Let us use it wisely for the benefit of our society." Freedom of the press provides individuals and organizations the right to express, publish, and share information, ideas, and opinions without fear of censorship or government interference. It does not cover things like defamation, hate speech, and incitement to violence. It also holds the powerful accountable, and share information that educates the public. World Press Freedom Day was declared by the UN General Assembly (UNGA). Furthermore,it was first celebrated in 1993, following the recommendation of the General Conference of UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization). The date May 3 was chosen to commemorate the Windhoek Declaration, a statement of press freedom principles put forth by African journalists in Windhoek, Namibia, in 1991.  However, the United Nations' 1948 Universal Declaration of H