Editor's Note Once again, the Philippines finds itself in the middle of election season mired by political turmoil, scandals, and controversies. Campaign jingles can be heard on the streets twice a day and posters of seemingly ageless politikos are plastered all over the shanties in the Metro. A good number of candidates, both from the … Continue reading Beyond San Beda, Volume L, Second Issue
Just a Thought: Without a song or a dance, what are we?
Written by Elijah Christiane M. Fajardo My earliest memory of musicals dates back to my kindergarten days, when my mom would sing songs from Miss Saigon, her favorite Broadway musical. We’ve dreamt of seeing musicals together ever since. Last year, our dreams were realized when we saw Miss Saigon live, and all I could think … Continue reading Just a Thought: Without a song or a dance, what are we?
Malaya: Would it be the same?
Written by Cindy O. Monterey Many would say that the “past is past and it never comes back,” but is there a moment in your life where soft whispers of ‘what if’s’ cross your mind? We are in a world where time flies so fast. Everything we do happens in the snap of our fingers, … Continue reading Malaya: Would it be the same?
The Final Act: The Pledge, The Turn, The Prestige
Written by Clarisse P. Marquez Every great magic trick consists of three parts: the pledge, the turn, and the prestige - Christopher Priest, The Prestige The ‘Pledge’ is when the magician shows you something ordinary like a deck of cards. It looks real, but it probably isn't. The ‘Turn’ is when the magician takes something … Continue reading The Final Act: The Pledge, The Turn, The Prestige
Ora Mata: Burden Me
Written by Ella Marie M. Mercado I say my love language is Quality Time — to spend my days, my hours, or even a quarter of my time with a person I love, romantically or platonically. I appreciate people lending me their time–whether for useless chatter, strolling around the mall, or all the small talks … Continue reading Ora Mata: Burden Me
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