DiMaAninag,

Maraming salamat sa pagbabasa!

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DI-MAANINAG Vol. 6 Editorial Board

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Editor-in-Chief: Zachary Jugo
Associate Editor (English): Chesca Santiago
Associate Editor (Filipino): Carlos Laderas
Managing Editor: Jo-ev Guevarra
Art Director: Gelleen Esposo
News Editor: Bryan Lina
Opinion Editor: Hillary Fajutagana
Sports Editor: Nathan Ramos
Feature Editor: Julian Taloma
Literary Editor (English): Layla Wadi
Literary Editor (Filipino): Fiel Delos Reyes

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Spoof Literary (Submission): Dear Blank x Dear Hotdog

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Dear Blank
Hotdog

Hi Blank ako nga pala si ano…
May aaminin sana ako sa’yo.
Wag kang magagalit ha.
Sana wag kang mailang sa akin.
Sana wag mo akong layuan.
Sikreto lang ha?
Sa ating dalawa lang ‘to.
Matagal ko na kasing gustong sabihin ito.
Kaso nahihiya ako.
Ang totoo niyan,
Ma…. hal…..
Umm… mahal…


Mahal kasi ‘yung sa project.
Puwede pautang muna?
Babayaran ko na lang.
Promise.

DiMaAninag,

Spoof Literary: Crush

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DiMaAninag,

Spoof Literary: Shaniqua @ 18

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Dear Diary,

OH TO THE M TO THE G!!!
The day IM waited for is finally today!
IM reach the turning legal of age.
We planned these a long time ago
And I hope everything going is well.

First thing of my bucket list today is to fit my gown
non-other than designed by DESIIGNER THE RAPPER.
My makeups gonna be do by like BRETMANN DUCK
IM gonna look so stunned so you just wait.

IM gonna be escorted and dance by 18 HANDSOME BOYS.
I mean like all the boys want to dance me so I hard a had time choosing
And OFF COURSE MY GIRL FRIENDS are gonna be my 18 FIREWORKS!!!
Cuz the candles are like MAINSTREEM

AND OFF COURSE I CANT WAIT FOR MY MUMSHIE TO BUY ME A CAR!!!!!
She's my walking ATM and I don't know where I am without her
Like she buy's me STUFFS everytime
IM SUPPER EXITED!!!
ILL UPDATE YOU WHEN IT HAPPENED.

XOXO,
SHANIQUA

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Dear Diary,

OH TO THE M TO THE G!!!
I just walked up from my sleep.
GOOD MORNING, 18 ME!!!!!
LAST NIGHT IS REALLY FILLED OF FUN

EVERYTHINGS WERE PERFECT
The foods, the decor and the amphibians
I LOOKS LIKE A QUEEN!!!

AND THE GIFTS I GET WAS PRETTY AND CHARMING!
OFF COURSE I FIRST OPENS THE BRANDED GIFTS
--FOREVER 22, H&N AND MANGOES
I DOESN’T LIKE THAT GIFTS THAT DON’T HAVE BRANDS
EW SO CHEAP! A QUEEN LIKE ME DESERVE THE BEST ONLY!

I just done upload my deboo pictures in Facebook.
I only post pictures that will have a lots of likes.
OFF COURSE I AM THE MOST POPULAR GURL
MY ENEMYS WILL BE JEALOUS HA HA!

A friend of mine told me that
My guests have LBM after my deboo
BUT ITZ OKAY ITZ NOT MY FAULTS!
BUT ITZ OKAY BECAUSE MY DEBOO IS MORE MEMORABLE!
THIS IS THE PARTY OF THE CENTURY
HATERS ARE GONNA HATING!

XOXO
SHANIQUA

DiMaAninag,

Spoof Literary: Alleson Learned

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Structural-Functional
Sinasabi sa teoryang ito, ang bawat tao ay may tungkulin
Ako, tungkulin kong gumawa ng tula para sa iyo
At ikaw, tungkulin mong basahin ito

Conflict Theory
Ang ating sitwasyon ay parang conflict theory
Dalawang pwersang nagtutunggalian
Ang pwersa ng mayaman at pwersa ng mahirap-
Ako, na mayaman-- mayaman sa pagmamahal
At ikaw, na mahirap-- mahirap mahalin dahil ang tulad mo
Ay nasa taas--- na kailanman ay di ko maabot

Symbolic Interaction
Ang iyong pagtingin ay binigyan ko ng kahulugan
Kahulugan na para sa akin lamang
Hindi ko alam kung dapat paniwalaan
Dahil ang iyong pagtingin, kilig ang dating sa akin
Samantalang sa’yo, ang ibig sabihin nito ay:
“Makinig ka naman sa akin!”

Deconstruction
Ayon kay Roland Barthes, “the author is dead.”
Nais kong ikaw na ang humusga sa aking tula
Ikaw na ang bahalang magpakahulugan
Basta isa lang ang alam ko: ang sumulat ng tulang ito
Ay dead na dead sayo

DiMaAninag,

Spoof Literary: 8 things a perfect Science guro ay dapat have

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1. Tree hugger x rainz lover
Everytimes na he’s wth nature
Na-tetake in nya ang peaze of mind
Gusto niya’y mga students ay magmature
At isulong ang environment everytime

2. May fashion Sense
Ang bawat tindig at lakad sa hallway
He iz like a model sa walkway
Araw-araw, porma kung porma
Tucked in dito, hoodie doon, pak! Para sa ekonomiya

3. Alwayz may hugot
Dahil sa dami niyang knowledge tungkol sa kalikasan
These things ang kayang pinaghuhugutan
Ang pagkafriendzoned nya nga sa kanyang beshie
Narerelate pa sa lessons about renewable energy

4. Fluent sa Tag-lish
Habang nagpapaliwanag sasabihing “simply because” at “usewally"
Tapos magtatagalog ng dapat sa nature tayo ay may paki
Nahawa na tuloy uz in his taglish language
Pati sa accent ng tagalowg at engleish

5. Techy Enthusiastz
Hez just like other millennial din naman
Na mahilig sa mga gadgetz, Samsung o apple man
Mayroon nga daw siyang five laptops lang naman
At mga cellphone na ang brand ay kinagatan (apple)

6. Loves Pangoleenz
Hiz love for the animals ay toda max na
Kasi pati mga endangered have his support na
Mga pangoleens na baby at kinakawawa
Kaya spegies ridgeness sa mga students ay pinapaunawa

7. Smilling Face
Ang fun pa sa isang tulad niya
Ang smiling face na di nawawala sa kanya
Nababanas man o tunay na happy siya
Payo niya: “smile lang at donchu worry na”

8. Motivation wallpaperz
Araw-araw rin he gives us inspiration
Sa mga wallpaper niya na puno ng motivation
Kahit pagod na pagod na tayo because of his requirements
He still manage to patawanin us para stress ay nalelessen

DiMaAninag,

Spoof Feature: Fast Talk with FaCencia

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DiMaAninag,

Spoof Feature: Di Poll: Na-surprise ka ba sa egg surprise?

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DiMaAninag,

Spoof Feature: Kim Bok Teng Sweeeg!

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Si Kim Bok Teng ay isang student-athlete sa UPIS, na kilala sa kanyang 5 pirasong bangs at maiksing buhok. Ang paborito niyang asignatura ay Filipino at hindi siya nahuhuli sa kanyang mga klase kahit nasa malayong lugar ang kanyang tirahan. Siya’y nanggaling sa pamilya ng mga kargador at naimpluwensiyahan ng mga matatalik niyang kaibigan na sina Shee Nan at Seon Oks.

Marami na siyang napatunayan sa kanyang mga kompetisyon, tulad ng pagkakapanalo niya ng “Rookie of the Year” award noong UAAP Season 29. Siya ang kasalukuyang may hawak ng record ng may pinakamabigat na nabuhat sa UPIS. Nanalo rin siya sa NCR Buwan ng Weightlifting sa ikaanim na sunod-sunod na taon, at dito nakilala ang kanyang signature pose na naka-pamewang at umuubo pagtapos niyang ibaba ang barbell. Sa oras na naibaba na niya ang barbell, kailangan itutok na agad sa kaniya ang 3 malalaking electric fan upang hindi siya kapusin ng hininga. “Sana nga makasama ko si Heidelyn Diaz,” wika niya sa kanyang talumafterparty.

Kamakailan lang ay nanalo siya bilang pambato ng UPIS sa Ovaltine Big Olympics na ginanap sa hindi pa natatapos na UPIS Gymnasium. Sa kanyang panayam ay di maiwasan ni Kim Bok Teng na maiyak sa kakaubo dahil nagkaron pala siya ng tuberkuliti. Ganun pa man ay nagkamit siya ng gintong medalya sa event na “Weightliftalumpati”, kung saan kailangan magpakita ng dinamismo at iba pang aspeto habang nagbubuhat. Bilang premyo, nag-uwi siya ng sandamakmak na pakete ng “Ovaltines”. “Aigoo! Pag may tiyaga, may Bok Chicken. Aigoo!” sinabi ni Bok Teng habang umuubo at ngumunguya ng kendi. Proud na proud ang buong UPIS sa kaniya.

Sa paparating na Sabayang Pagbuhat, siya’y nagsimula nang mag-ensayo sa kanyang weightlifting dahil bumigat siya at lilipat sa mas mataas na weight division. Ang Sabayang Pagbuhat ay isang kompetisyon kung saan sabay-sabay na magbubuhat ang mga manlalaro habang nagmomonologo. Ayon sa kaniya, ang bibigkasin niya ay ilang kabanata mula sa Noli Me Tangere ni Dr. Jose Rizal.

Syempre hindi papahuli, ang tagasuporta ni Kim Bok Teng at kaniya ring oppa na si Mang Joon Hyoong. Siya ang tagapaghintay ni Bok Teng pati na rin ng buong UPIS. Hindi siya umuuwi hangga’t nandito pa si Bok Teng. Tuwing natatapos ang training ni Bok Teng, sabay silang kumakain ng Bok Surprise. Pero kahit ganito, ayaw niyang pumupunta si Mang Joon Hyung sa kaniyang mga kompetisyon. Buong akala ni Kim Bok Teng ay may pagtingin sa kanya si Mang Joon Hyoong, ngunit OJT lang pala ni Mang Joon Hyoong ang paghihintay sa lahat na makauwi bago isarado ang school.

Kaakibat ng kanyang natamong mga medalya ay mga pagsubok na paparating pa lamang. May mga pagkakataong nagkakasakit na siya at nagkakaroon ng malalang ubo, kaya naman lagi niyang dala ang supply ng kendi at ang kaniyang pangmalakasang pamaypay na tinalo pa ang number 3 sa ordinaryong electric fan. Kahit na may pinagdaraanan, nagttraining pa rin siya nang buong puso at buong lalamunan. Fighting! // nina  Jaja Ledesma, Paola Pagulayan at Layla Wadi

chesca santiago,

Spoof Feature: Summer Uniform 4 Ways

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Hey, hey MC Peeps here! Since summer is in full swing, we decided to enrich our creativity under the blessing of the sun. So we thought of fun and fresh things to do and lo and behold we thought of one that will definitely make use of our passion for fashion. And that is what we are going to show you peepz tonight! Tonight, we are turning our plain summer uniforms into magical, trendsetting, and fabulous OOTDs! Without further ado, I’m now goin’ to show you 4 simple and easy styles to turn our summer uniforms into a blast! So without further ado, let’s get started!

First, let them die! Oh wait up! By dying, I mean tie-dye! Apply what you learned in PA 6 and imagine just how these dyes can turn your shirt into something cool and pleasing to the eyes. Just in time for summer! This design is suitable for both girls and boys! Kaya you can have couple shirts with your crush din! #UniformGoals

Next, cut them into two! Oh I mean cut the sleeves into two to turn our shirt into a tank top. Show off those sexy shoulders and nagsisiputukang muscles that you’ve been working hard for years. But don’t forget to keep your underarms clean and fresh! I recommend using tawas to keep the B.O. and darkness away from your kili-kili. This design is recommended for boys.

The third design is what we called the Wolverine Style inspired by the sharp and dangerous claws of Wolverine that could shred literally anything. These many butas also give off a cooling effect to whoever dares to wear this masterpiece kaya it’s really perfect for the intense summer heat. It’s also perfect for the guys out there with yummy pandesals, iykwim.

The fourth and final one is what we call the Pre-debut Photoshoot Style inspired by Aladdin’s carpet that flies away whenever there’s a strong wind. The summer winds will make the flap fly ,fly, away just like Mang Aladdin’s carpet. This flap flap away thing also serves a dual purpose by acting as a pamaypay when the heat is just so intense you can’t take it anymore. This design is perfect for the sassy girls.

So what are you waiting for? Slay them with your OOTDs and show them the real meaning of LIT.
Hope you enjoyed our video! Don’t forget to hit the like button and the subscribe button as well. Anyway, see you on our next video and please remember that the views and opinion in this video do not reflect that of the MC and our school.

Tata!! *flying kiss* / by Zach Jugo, Chesca Santiago

carlos laderas,

Spoof Sports: Teaching Maroons pinataob ng Thunder Maroons

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Tinalo ng beteranong University of the Philippines Integrated School (UPIS) Thunder Maroons ang UPIS Teaching Maroons sa isang dikdikang laban sa University Perspiration Basketball Association all-star game sa iskor na 152-146 sa Taralets Astrodome noong Pebrero 30, 2017.

Pinangunahan ng beteranong 66 taong gulang na si Kastillon daGil ang Thunder Maroons sa kanyang triple-double performance, 83 puntos, 16 rebounds, at 12 assists. Tinulungan rin siya nina Green Go at Rayray Cadab na nakapagtala ng tig-8 na puntos.

Sa unang 12 minuto ng laro, ibinaon agad ng Teaching Maroons ang Thunder Maroons sa pangunguna nina Big Bam Theory at ng “diyos” o “point-god” na si Pancit Yton sa pamamagitan ng kanilang techniques, ang “Dozen Matter at “Geometrical Dish Codes” at nagtala sila ng 46-8 na iskor sa 1st Quarter.

Tinuloy-tuloy ng nagbabagang Teaching Maroons ang pagpapaulan ng puntos sa Thunder Maroons sa 2nd Quarter. Dahil sa dikitang depensa at malaking katawan ni Phaul Volt, nanlamig si Kikay Kit na di nakaiskor. Natapos ang 2nd quarter sa iskor na 82-16.

Matapos ang kabagot-bagot na first half, isang mainit na 3rd Quarter ang ipinakita ng mga koponan. Tumakbo ang Thunder Maroons sa pangunguna ng living legend na si Kastillon daGil at hinabol ang score sa 85 all.

Nagkaroon pa ng mainit na bakbakan sa gitna ng court matapos batukan ni Phaul Volt si Kikay Kit at nadislocate ang ulo nito sa dulong bahagi ng 3rd quarter ngunit napigilan naman ng mga awtoridad ang karambolang dinulot nito.

Niresbakan ng Thunder Maroons ang Teaching Maroons sa huling quarter dahil sa pagkapikon. Napuno ng balyahan nina Big Bam Theory at Amazing DynaMyc ang ilalim ng board samantalang nagpakita ng sari-sariling cha-cha at dance steps ang mga guwardiya na si Pancit Yton at Rayray Cadab.

Sa kabila ng mainit na simula, madaling napagod ang Teaching Maroons kaya naman nakahabol ang Thunder Maroons at tumabla ang iskor sa 146. Isang dumadagundong na dunk ang ginawa ni DaGil kaya naman – ang Teaching Maroons at nabigyan na sila ng 152 – 146 na lamang. Di na nakahabol ang Teaching Maroons.

“Grabe yung laro, na-harass ako kay Phaul Volt,” ika ni Kit na nakaliit ng 241 degrees ang ulo. Ayon naman kay daGil, “Malakas pa rin pala kami, nakakatakbo at nakakatalon pa. Kaya pa, may maibubuga pa. Hindi nila ako kinaya nung 2nd half eh, kala nila sa kanila na ang panalo. Don’t underestimate me mga tsong.”

Ikinagulat naman ng coach ng Teaching Maroons na si Donald the Principle ang paghabol ng Thunder Maroons. “Grabehan, KKLK, Lit sila sobra. Paglabas nila nung dugout kaninang half time parang mababangis, at tila nag-aalab silang mandirigma. Kala mo mga Spartan sa 300 eh ugh,” pagkagulat niya.

Hindi naglaro ang star player ng Teaching Maroons na si O-Dyk dahil sa fractured esophagus ngunit ayon sa coaching staff nila ginagamot na ni Green Thumb Guzab, ang kanilang organic therapist, na si O-Dyk.

Sa kabila ng pagkatalo, pumukol ng walong 3-point shots si Brend Derson, si G-Shock the batak na naman ay may 21/21 na freethrow shooting, at si Big Bam Theory na nagpakawala ng 69 puntos para sa Teaching Maroons. // nina Carlos Laderas, Nathan Ramos at Jaggie Gregorio

DiMaAninag,

Spoof Sports: Kauna-unahang siomai eating competition, idinaos

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Sa unang pagkakataon idinaos ang siomai eating competition sa University of the Philippines Integrated School 7-12 canteen.

Ang nasabing kompetisyon ay ini-sponsoran ng tinaguriang Siomai Queen na si Aling Bowling. Ang mga tatayong referee ay sina Pretty Boy Alhane at Lover boy Will Iam.

Bukas ang kompetisyong ito sa lahat ng seksyon sa Grado 7-11. Kailangan nilang muabos sa piakamaiksing oras ang dalawang kilong siomai at isang basong gulaman. Ang tatanghaling panalo sa bawat batch ang makikipagtunggali sa ibang batch.

Tinaguriang “Last Man Standing” si Big Bonfits na nagwagi ng unang gantimpala at nag-uwi ng 1 buwang suplay ng siomai, isang boteng toyo, 3 kilong calamansi, 2 box ng toothpick, at 200,000 peso worth of gift certificate sa Siomai Prince. Ang first runner up na si Dane Jamandron ay mag-uuwi ng siomai stand (na wala pang legal franchise), kawali, mantika, at siyanse. Ang second runner up naman na si Andrew B ay mag-uuwi ng tindero na magsisilbi bilang siomai cooker sa loob ng 3 araw. At hindi uuwing gutom ang mga sumali dahil mag-uuwi sila ng buto ng calamansi, paper plate at chili flakes.

Dahil sa matinding pagnanais na makuha ang grand prize, magkakaroon ng isa pang kompetisyon sa darating na Parangal 2017. Tatanghalin kayang Siomai Eating Grand Slam Champion si Big Bonfits? Abangan. // nina Nathan Ramos at Zach Jugo

DiMaAninag,

Spoof Sports: Caba, Kappa wagi sa UAAP 1738 Walk-in-Heels event

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Nag-uwi ng mga medalya ang dalawang atleta mula sa UPIS sa Walk-in-Heels 7-inch Division event sa UAAP 1738 Track and Field Competition na ginanap noong Pebrero 14, 2017 sa ULTRA MEGA Sports Complex, Pasay.

Nagkamit ng silver medal ang team captain na si Smebma Caba, habang bronze medal naman ang nakuha ni Husma Kappa, na nagbigay sa kanilang koponan ng malaking bilang puntos.

Ayon kay Caba, dikit ang naging labanan sa pagitan nila ng nakakuha ng gintong medalya na nagmula sa AMA Dinosaur Walkers. “Sa katunayan nga sa sobrang dikit namin, muntik na kaming magkapalit ng mukha. Lucky Manzano naman niya kung ganoon, kaya medyo binigay ko na sa kaniya [ang panalo], mukhang mas kailangan niya yun eh,” dagdag nito.

Di umano’y nagbangaan din ng mga balakang ang dalawang manlalarong ito sa kanilang todohang pagkembot. Ayon sa isang official ng laro na si Shamcey Supsup, bilib na bilib siya sa ipinakitang performance ng dalawang ito. Ani nito, “OMG! Di ako makapaniwala na these boys are beating my signature ‘Tsunami Walk.’ Kabog ako bes, props to them ha.”

Naging masaya naman si Kappa sa naging resulta ng kompetisyon. Ani niya, “’Di ko talaga inasahan na magkaka-medal ako, first time ko kaya itechiwa. Basta ikinembot ko na lang to the highest level at gib na gib talaga akey sa pagcrembrulè, ‘yung pak na pak!” Ito ang unang taon ni Kappa ng paglahok sa Walk-in-Heels event.

Kamuntikang ma-disqualify si Kappa matapos maapakan ang kanyang paa ng isang kalaban na kanyang nakagirian. “Beh, composure lang talaga. Masakit, trulagence, pero you have to endure the pain para manalo. Bukod pa sa masakit, nalurkey akez kasi nasira niya yung bagong paayos kong nails. Pero all for the team talaga,” paglalahad niya.

Sa kabilang banda, ang kanilang kasama sa parehong event na si Phurrr Daperstaym ay hindi pinalad na makasama sa finals dahil siya ay na-disqualify dahil sa paglabag sa rule na ‘grace under pressure’ kung saan dapat ay laging nakangiti ang mga manlalaro. “Nakaka-disappoint kasi bet na bet ko na yung performance ko at leading pa ako noong una, kaso napa-simangot ako bigla noong lumingon ako at nakita ko ang fez nung kalaban, kaya ayun. Di ko alam, sobrang nakakadismaya talaga nung nakita ko eh. Pero confidently beautiful with a heart pa rin ako kasi ket papano nagawan ko pa ng paraan ituloy kahit nalugi ako nang bonggang-bongga!” ang chismax ni Daperstaym.

Ang event na ito ay tinaguriang “The Sports for Real Men” at ang may mga pinaka-mahigpit na mga rules sa buong UAAP. Ilan sa mga rules na ito ang nabanggit nang grace under pressure, walang matatapilok at walang aaray. Isa pang rule ay ang “Thou Shall Not Break thy Heels” kung saan ang dapat ay hindi maputol and kanilang takong na gawa sa glass slippers ni Ateng Cindy habang naglalakad. Kapag ito ay naputol madidisqualify at may multa na P50,000 worth of heels sa Chanelle.

Nagkamit ng ikatlongt gantimpala ang buong team sa pagtatapos ng kompetisyon. Sinabi ng tatlong manlalarong ito na sila ay lalaban pa sa susunod na season. “Next year, tatlo na kami sa podium! Kakabugin na namin lahat ng kalaban,” ani team captain Caba. #UPakGanern // nina Enzo Bautista at Forth Soriano

DiMaAninag,

Spoof Sports: Kyete named Cart Racing Grand Prix Legend

3/31/2017 08:35:00 PM Media Center 0 Comments

Showcasing an exceptional amount of speed and determination, Kyete came out victorious and was thus proclaimed the first ever Cart Racing Grand Prix Legend in the first ever Cart Racing Grand Prix, held in the Super Mega Ultra Arena.

Despite not having much rest in between, Kyete came out on top in the 3K, 5K, and 1K meter run, in short, all of the events. They were all tightly-contested races but he was still able to post record numbers that will last a lifetime.

Kyete clocked in at 9 minutes in the 3K run, 8 minutes and 30 seconds in the 5K, and an outstanding time of 8 minutes (you saw it right, 8 freaking minutes!) in the 10k run while only spilling 1 cup of gulaman in the process.

Like all other contestants, Kyete was given a cart with 50 (yes 50!) cups of gulaman in it. The goal is to not spill the gulaman while pushing the cart as fast as they can. The first person to reach the finish line with the most cups of gulaman in the cart intact wins the race.

Snakgaroo, the owner of the limited edition flying carts, indestructible suspensions and bulletproof set of wheels, is the event’s principal sponsor and the main reason why there is an event in the first place.

Asked about how he was feeling right after the race, Kyete said: “I actually did well even though I did not complete my training during the off-season. I even banged my knee hard during the 10k but I knew I could finish it. I could not say that I did my best because I’m not a hundred percent but hey I’m bringing home the bacon and that’s what matters the most right? And oh yeah shoutout to my fans, my family, friends and my pet rabbit, Hamber! Got 3 gold medals so we bout to pour some champagne tonight at my place ayt?!?”

We also got an insight on what coach Lactumniss thought on Kyete’s performance: “Man am I honored to have coached the greatest that ever lived. He is a sure fire hall of famer in my book. Someone special will have to be in the same conversation as him. Come on, he won 3 gold medals with a broken freaking knee!”

As bonus rewards, Kyete was given a 6 month free pass in the Super Mega Ultra Arena, 3 kilograms of sago (but no gulaman) and he was rewarded all the carts (and I mean all) used in the competition.

This will truly go down in history as the greatest set of performances put on by an individual. The next grand prix will be held sometime during the summer break. Will somebody be able to match up to the Phenomenal Kyete? I guess we’ll find out! // by Nathan Ramos and Zach Jugo

DiMaAninag,

Spoof Opinion: Bunak hindi Bilog

3/31/2017 08:30:00 PM Media Center 0 Comments

Katatapos lang ng mga periodic exams. Nahirapan ang mga mag-aaral sa pagsagot lalo na sa multiple choice part. Maraming hindi nakatapos sa pagsagot ng test. Hindi dahil tricky ang mga pagpipilian, hindi rin dahil mali ang numbering ng answer sheets, at hindi rin dahil ang daming corrections sa mga choices. Kundi dahil natagalan sila na itiman ang bilog, sapagkat ang laki ng bilog na sinlaki ng 10-peso coin!

“Kung tutuusin, ez lang yung test pero tumagal talaga ako sa pag-sheshade ng bilog eh. Sobrang laki kasi! Ubos oras!” Ito ay isa sa mga reaksyon ng mga mag-aaral pagkatapos ng mga exams. Bakit ba bilog ang iniitiman sa multiple choice test? Bakit hindi square, o triangle, o star, o rhombus, o hexagon? Bakit sa lahat ng mga hugis sa mundo, bilog pa ang kailangan para sa tests?

Parang mas magandang i-suggest na palitan ang bilog sa mga answer sheet ng multiple choice part. Pwede namang square o triangle ang ipalit dito. Mas madaling itiman ang parisukat o oblong dahil isang stroke lang, okay na. Hindi pa mauubusan ng tinta ang ballpen sa kaka-shade, di kagaya sa bilog na sa totoo lang ay nakakaubos ng tinta. Mas mabuti ang rhombus o square dahil mas makitid ito at mas nakatitipid ng papel at tinta kaysa sa isang bilog. Maaari namang star ang hugis para ma-motivate ang mga mag-aaral sa test. Matutuwa rin siguro ang mga estudyante kung hexagon ang kanilang mamarkahan dahil parang piatos. Pwede rin naman na iba’t-ibang hugis ang nasa answer sheet para hindi nakakasawang tingnan, di ba exciting, 'di mo alam kung anong hugis ang next.

Maaaring sabihin ng mga gumagawa ng answer sheet na mas madali kasing sabihin sa mga panuto na itiman ang bilog. Mas kaunti rin naman ang mga titik ng salitang “bilog” kaysa sa parisukat o tatsulok ngunit hindi ba mas mahalaga ang kapakanan ng mga mag-aaral na sasagot ng pagsusulit kaysa sa mag-tatype ng mga instructions sa exam.

Pwedeng sabihin na mahirap nang baguhin ang nakasanayan na bilog ang iniitiman ngunit hindi pa naman huli na baguhin ito, it’s never too late! Maraming mag-aaral ang matutuwa kung mas mapapadali ang buhay nila, mas lalo na sa tests. Marami rin ang matitipid kung magiging square o triangle dahil mas kaunti ang espasyo na nakukuha ng mga hugis na ito sa papel at hindi nakauubos ng tinta. Bawas gastos pa sa pagbili ng bagong papel, ballpen o lapis. Mas mapaggagastusan na ng mga mag-aaral ang mga proyekto o pagkain dahil hindi pa sila bibili ng bagong ballpen o lapis plus, nakakagutom talaga kapag masipag mag-aral. Makikita ang mga mas masaya at busog na mag-aaral dahil sa mas madaling pagsagot ng multiple choice!

Maraming mag-aaral din ang takot sa hugis bilog sa answer sheet dahil sumisimbolo ito sa itlog na grado o zero. Sila ay umiiyak o kaya naman umaasa sa pag-ikot ng kanilang lapis na nagsasabi ng kanilang kapalaran. Kahit pamahiin ito ng ilan lamang na mag-aaral, dapat ikonsidera pa rin natin ang kanilang mga pinaniniwalaan.

Kaya sa susunod na pagsusulit, sana ang makita ng mga mag-aaral ay mga star o square o triangle upang hindi na sila mahirapan sa pagputol ng kanilang lapis o sa pag-rerefill ng mga ballpen. Gawing exciting ang pagsagot sa mga exam! Huwag hugis bilog para happy ang Shading! // ni Rachel T. Siringan

DiMaAninag,

Spoof Opinion: Nasaan ang Equality? Locks para sa Lahat

3/31/2017 08:20:00 PM Media Center 0 Comments

Kaninang umaga, nasarhan na naman ako ng pinto kahit 10 minutes late lang ako. Bakit kapag estudyante ang nale-late nasasarhan ng pinto, pero kapag teacher hindi?

Gusto kong i-push ang pagkakapantay-pantay among people. Di ba sikat ang equality for all, whoever you are. Kaya dapat tayo rin sa school ipaglaban ang ating karapatang pantao. Hindi pwedeng tinatapak-tapakan lang tayo at nilalakaran. Manindigan tayo at magsama-sama upang magkaroon ng lakas ng loob na pagsaraduhan din ng pinto ang mga guro. Para sila naman ang magtago mula sa mga estudyante kasi late sila. Kailangan din silang obligahin na sumulat sila ng excuse letter, para makapag-make-up sa na-miss nila. For every 3 meetings na late, isang absent, bawas na rin sa sweldo nila.

Nakakasama ng loob na sinuong mo na ang trapiko, hingal na hingal ka pa sa paglalakad nang mabilis para lamang makahabol sa klase tapos ang dadatnan mo ay nakasarang pinto. Nalalaman kaya nilang pumapasok ako para makita si crush na kaklase ko, pumapasok ako para makipag-chikahan sa mga kaklase ko at tumambay, paminsan-minsan ay para mag-aral. Pero dahil napagsaraduhan ako ng pinto, nagkakasya na lamang akong sumilip-silip sa mga bintana ng pinto at matutong makiramdam kung naka-lock na ang pinto sa classroom.

Masakit sa damdamin ang ganitong sitwasyon. Di naman namin kasalanan na late kami nagising o mabagal kaming kumilos. Kasalanan ba naming sobrang traffic? Ang malalang trapiko ang may sala kung bakit di kami nakakarating nang oras. Dapat may priority lane para sa mga late na mga students, kasi kami ang kinabukasan. Pano na magkaka-future ang Pilipinas, kapag di nakakapasok ang students?

Tapos nakita nyo ba yung ramp at stairs na yan? Napakataas. Hindi ba nila naiintindihan na napapagod rin kami. Kaya dapat entitled ang mga estudyante na ma-late nang 5 minutes bawat floor. So, kung ang x ay equal sa kung ilang floor and kailangang akyatin, at 5 minutes per floor, ang amount of time na pwedeng malate ay 5x. So kung nasa 4th floor ang klase ng student, meron siyang 20 minutes na grace period dahil 5 times 4.

Kasalanan rin naman ng teachers kung bakit kami na-late. Sino bang nagbigay ng mga gawain namin kaya kami nagpupuyat sa gabi? Kinuha na nila ang lahat ng time namin, pero ayaw naman nilang magbigay. It just breaks my heart. I care for all the students. I care for our education, especially I care for equality.

Iniidolo ko ang mga kaklase kong malalakas ang loob at binubuksan ang pinto at pasimpleng pupuntang CR para makapasok ang mga taong nasa labas. Kayo ang mga bayani ng mga nale-late. Dahil sa inyo makakapasok kami sa classroom habang nakatalikod ang teacher. Saludo ako sa inyo. Special thanks rin sa library dahil kumukuha kayo ng mga refugees mula sa matinding labanan ng pagmamakaawa para makapasok pa rin sa klase.

Sa huli umaapela rin ako sa ating Pangulo, ayusin ang trapik sa metro manila kaya kami napagsasarhan ng pinto. Nahuhuli kami dahil sa trapik at hindi dahil late kaming nagising.

Let's all start using the hashtag #Lockandinangmgateacherskapagnalalatesila and see the change we have done for the world. Let's all love equality, love each other, love latecomers, and love yourself. // nina Hanzvic Dellomas at Hillary Fajutagana

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Spoof Opinion: Bigyan ng Jacket!

3/31/2017 08:08:00 PM Media Center 0 Comments

Eto na. Majinit na naman at naghahari na ang panahon ng baskil. Nagiging swimming pool na lahat ng sulok ng katawan at naghahalo-halo na ang amoy ng UPIS students na para bang insenso na handog sa mga diyos sa itaas. Mmm. Chawaaap diba?

At siyempre hindi magpapatalo ang UPIS sa init ng panahon, kaya naman para sa Ikaapat na Markahan, nilabas ang bagong summer uniform na talaga namang fashion statement dahil sa magkapares na round-neck shirt at slacks or skirt, complete with black shoes.

At para sa mga reklamador na gustong malaman kung bakit pa nagkaroon ng summer uniform, ang masasabi lang namin d’yan, mahalaga kasi ang uniform. Kapag naka-uniform, mukhang united, ‘di mukhang squammilou. Ito ang nagsisimbolo ng pagkakaisa natin. One for all and all for one tayo, isa lang ang suot ng lahat at lahat ay isa lang ang suot. Bet?

Sa pagkakaroon ng summer uniform, hindi maipagkakailang mapapatanong ka, bakit walang rainy uniform? Bakit walang polo na may hood? Paano naman ang cap na may maliit na payong sa itaas? Baka puwede naman ang kapoteng uniform na may new and improved patch ng school? O di kaya naman ang in-demand na black rubber boots na may newly-patented logo ng UPIS na tulad ng sa Converse?

Sa isang bansang tropikal at madalas na sinasalanta at hinahambalos ng mga bagyo, hindi ba’t bilang mabubuti’t masisipag na mga estudyanteng ginagawa ang lahat para sa kinabukasan ng bayang iniibig, dapat handa tayo sa mga ito? Lalo na’t upang hindi masakripisyo ang ating nakapakahalagang edukasyon? Kinakailangan nating matuto para sa kinabukasan ng ating bayan, at makakamit natin ang maximum potential natin sa pag-aaral sa pamamagitan ng pagkakaroon ng kasuotang angkop sa kasalukuyang panahon na sinasagisag ang sipag, utak, puso, tiyan, balun-balunan, sikmura, at bilbil. Pak para sa bayan.

Para sa mga panahong basang-basa sa ulan, walang masisilungan, at walang malalapitan, importanteng meron tayong panangga sa ulan tulad ng umbrella, ella, ella, ella, eh, eh. Mahalagang mayroon tayong uniform na naaayon sa panahon, para iwasan ang magkasakit because health is wealth!

At hindi ba’t nakatuon ang K-12 program sa globalization? E di when winter is coming, kakailanganin natin ng pang-#SweaterWeather na uniform o kaya naman raccoon coat. Para ‘di cold, diba?

And talking about cold, paano kapag sumapit na ang Pebrero at panahon na ng mga puso? Malamang sa malamang, mas malamig pa yun sa winter. Kasi ang lamig ni crush sayo eh.
Kung magka-uniporme ba sa panahon ng pag-ibig, iba pa ba ang uniporme ng umaasa at ng paasa? Iba pa ba ang uniporme ng halaman sa umiibig? Pero, may uniform naman kasi talaga para sa panahon ng mga puso. Kung sa summer uniform ang round-neck shirt ang panlaban sa init, utak lang kailangan mo sa Pebrero. Utak. Utak lang sapat na. ‘Wag mo kasi isapuso bes. Masasaktan ka lang. Huwag mong dibdibin, utakan mo na lang.

At bakit naman wala ding uniform sa Halloween? O kaya Pasko? O sa Andres Bonifacio Day? O sa Chinese New Year? Eh sembreak? Bakit walang sembreak uniform?! Napakahalaga ng sembreak, bakit walang uniporme ang UPIS dun?!

Bakit ba namin ipinaglalaban ang iba’t ibang uniform na ‘to? Bakit ba namin ipinaglalaban ‘tong rainy uniform na ‘to? Bakit kailangang bigan ng jaket ang lahat? Sa totoo lang, di rin namin alam. Pero kung may summer uniform naman kasi, why not rainy uniform? Masaya lang isipin na kapag nagkaroon tayo ng rainy uniform, tayo ang kauna-unahang unibersidad na mayroon nito! Let’s get to it UPIS, alam niyo na ang isinisigaw ng aming mga puso. #UPISRepresent // nina Aldous dela Peña at Hannah Manalo 

DiMaAninag,

Spoof News: Audi at court, sa susunod na 100 taon pa matatapos

3/31/2017 08:00:00 PM Media Center 0 Comments

Inaasahang matatapos ang Auditorium at Gymnasium ng University of the Philippines Integrated School (UPIS) sa ikalawang centennial celebration ng paaralan.

Nagsimula ang renobasyon ng mga nasabing pasilidad noong 2016, ang ika-100 taon ng paaralan.

Ayon sa isa sa mga nag-aayos ng auditorium, marami pa ang kailangan gawin bago ito matapos. “Aayusin at lilinisin pa namin ang bawat upuan bago ibalik. Narinig din namin sa mga estudyante na gusto nilang magkakasunod ang mga numero ng mga upuan. Pinapa-arrange din ito sa amin,” dagdag niya.

Binago rin ang orihinal na plano ng auditorium. Dinagdagan ito ng rotating at floating stage upang makita na nang maayos ang stage maging sa rooftop ng building. Tinatahi pa ng mga estudyante sa grado 8 ang carpet na ilalatag sa buong sahig na ilalagaya sa ikatlong palapag upang magkaroon ng grand entrance ang sinumang papasok sa auditorium. Magkakaroon din ng 150” na LED Smart TV na ikakabit sa may kinalalagyan ng pamosong Brailles para masilayan ng mga taga-labas ang nagaganap sa loob ng auditorium.

Ang air-conditioning para sa auditorium at gymnasium ay pag-iipunan pa sa pamamagitan ng piso-kada-araw policy kung saan ang mga admin ay naghuhulog ng piso kada araw para sa air-conditioning units.

Inaasahan ng administrasyon ng paaralan na mabibili ito sa ika-300 taon o mas matagal pa. // ni Trisa De Ocampo

DiMaAninag,

Spoof News: Mga langaw, naparami!

3/31/2017 07:50:00 PM Media Center 0 Comments

Nagsagawa ng isang malawakang breeding program para sa mga langaw noong 3rd quarter ang mga mag-aaral ng Applied Sciences and Breeding (APPSCIB) 2018 bilang depensa sa UP Integrated School (UPIS).

Sa pamumuno ng kanilang guro sa Lovaratory Techniques na si Propesor Kim Book Joe, sila ay nagdikdik ng saging at isinilid sa garapon kung saan ito’y nagsilbing hotel para sa mga langaw na kinakailangan pang magparami nang husto bilang paghahanda sa nagbabadyang pagsugod ng mga minion sa UPIS na pinamumunuan ng kanilang leader na si Gru Imbeng.

Noong una, maraming hotel ang ginawa ng mga estudyante kung kaya’t nalito ang mga langaw kung alin dito ang kanilang papasukan, kaya naman inayos ng mga estudyante ang sistema at binawasan ang mga hotel at ginawang paanakan na lamang.

Bukod sa paghahanda laban sa mga kalaban, kanila ring in-obserbahan ang mga ito at ginawan ng Panget Square para sa requirement nila sa topic nilang genetics. Inoobserbahan nila ang kulay, laki ng mga mata at maging ang kasarian ng mga ito. Napag-alaman nilang hindi lamang babae at lalaki ang pumapasok sa mga garapon ngunit may mga langaw ring #LoveWins.

Kinailangan nilang pumasok ng 25 oras kada araw at 8 araw sa isang lingo upang masamahan ang mga mandirigmang langaw sa pagsubaybay at pagbabantay sa UPIS laban sa mga kalabang minions.

“Takpan niyo lang ang ilong niyo dahil tumatambay sa ilong ng amoy mandirigma ng mga langaw” babala ni Eigs Cornylya na tinaguriang “Master Breeder” ng APPSCIB 2018 para sa mga susunod na organizers ng langaw breeding program. // nina Maica Cabrera at Hanna David

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Spoof News: Batang hinampas, gumanti!

3/31/2017 07:41:00 PM Media Center 0 Comments

Umiiyak at tulo ang uhog nang matagpuan ng mga awtoridad ang mga batang namamalimos na sina Budong, Amak, at Bayut sa Vinzons Biyernes ng hapon kahapon.

Nag-iistretching sina Bayut para sa kanilang pang-araw-araw na modus operandi sa bakuran ng Sunken Garden nang bigla silang harangin ng batang UPIS na binatukan nila noong isang araw. Umaktong sasapakin ng batang Isko sina Bayut nang bigla itong mag nae-nae.

Nabilaukan ang mga tao na kumakain sa Vinzons nang biglang tumugtog ang Juju on the Beat sa boombike na dala ng mga estudyante.

Ayon sa isang kuya na kumakain “Nabigla kami, pagtingin namin naka-eagle formation yung mga batang naka summer uniform. Tapos nakakamangha kasi super sweg nila pagkadouble-dab nagsiluhuran yung mga street children at nagmakaawang wag na silang saktan”

Proud na proud ang mga nagpapadaan na taga-UPIS sa nasaksihang showdown. Habang naghihinagpis naman ang mga natalong street children dahil sa kahihiyang natamo.

Panayam ng lider ng mga rumesbak na isko, “Simula Martes pa po kami nag-eensayo para sa aming routine. Humanap po ako ng mga multi-talented na katropa na kayang humarap sa panganib na dala ng showdown at nagpa-coach rin po kami kay Teacher Georcelle ng G-force para lang dito. Ang sarap po sa feeling, parang nabawi ko na rin po yung bente ko. Sana po magsilbing leksyon ito sa lahat ngunit kami po ay nalugi dahil 1500 per session ang binayaran naming kay T. Georcelle para lamang mabawi ang bente pesos namin.”

Tinaguriang “The Resbak Dab-King” ang naturang estudyante. Kasalukuyan niyang ipinaglalaban ang kaniyang adhikain na: Idaan na lang sa sayawan, Kapayapaan sa mga kalsada ng UP Diliman. / nina Hanzvic Dellomas, Beca Sinchongco

DiMaAninag,

Bago ang lahat...

3/31/2017 07:36:00 PM Media Center 0 Comments

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Kaibigan, usap tayo

3/30/2017 09:01:00 PM Media Center 0 Comments

drenisse moleta,

Ask.MC (Submission): Nagmahal, Kinilig, Nag-Canteen

3/30/2017 08:55:00 PM Media Center 0 Comments

Napakaraming pagkain sa canteen ngunit isa lang ang lagi natin hinahanap-hanap – parang si crush. Tayong mga UPIS student ay likas ring mga romantiko. Kaya’t tInanong namin ang mga taga-UPIS: “Sa anong pagkain sa canteen mo maihahambing si crush?”

Ito ang mga sagot nila: //nina Drenisse Moleta, Elane Madrilejo, Ezra Bustamante, Marlyn Go, Vea Dacumos

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Ask.MC (Submission): Happy Faces and Where to Find Them

3/30/2017 08:50:00 PM Media Center 0 Comments

Students are always under a lot of stress and they need a place where they can just unwind and escape the daily challenges in school. But despite the daily grind, these students still find happiness in special places such as: //by Gab Aparato, Max Salvador, Storm Gatchallian, Rain Grimaldo and Yssa Luna

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Feature (Submission): Recollections of Childhood

3/30/2017 08:42:00 PM Media Center 0 Comments

“Childhood memories are sometimes covered and obscured beneath the things that come later, like childhood toys forgotten at the bottom of a crammed adult closet…” wrote Neil Gaiman in The Ocean at the end of the Lane.

I told a friend once that I was afraid of forgetting things. Memories are important. They make a person who they are.

Even more important are childhood memories. They come from a time of innocence, joy, and careless frolic – a time when the Earth, to quote Wordsworth, “did seem appareled in celestial light.” We can look fondly upon them when we are all grown up and adults, to escape from whatever woes may befall us.

Sometimes, however, there seems to be nothing to remember. There are no adventures, no dragons defeated, and no damsels rescued. Perhaps it is a fault of memory, or perhaps it is a fault of childhood itself.

There are times when friends tell me of their childhood. They tell me of how their mothers read them to sleep, how they played with their childhood friends, or about whatever misadventures they’ve had. As I hear all these wonderful stories, I cannot help but feel jealous. Whenever I try and look back, I am greeted by nothingness.

I am a writer, and it is sad and sorry for me to be in such a state. It is a writer’s duty to record the human experience, and to help keep humanity’s collective memory. Childhood is such a crucial time in a person’s life, and for a writer to not have a memory of his is woe upon him. It is one of the most basic things that a writer can draw from – the simple joys of youth and its lackadaisical manner.

I am also a reader, and it is sad and sorry for me to be in such a state. Readers are well-versed in tales and stories from the various things they’ve read. To have no recollection of one’s own story is woe upon him, for knowing about a thousand lives is nothing if one can’t tell one’s own.

It is a difficult life, having forgotten one’s childhood. It is a comfort lost. Most people can take solace in their memories of youth – of how they were cared for, or how they enjoyed themselves – but I cannot.

But perhaps there is hope:
“Childhood memories are sometimes covered and obscured beneath the things that come later, like childhood toys forgotten at the bottom of a crammed adult closet,” Neil Gaiman wrote, “but they are never lost for good.” //by Craig Aquino 

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Feature (Submission): Castle-Hopping: 5 Things I Miss the Most

3/30/2017 08:29:00 PM Media Center 0 Comments

Whenever I close my eyes, I could still hear the smooth tones of the saxophone, together with the staccato of the piano from the elevator music. I could still smell the refreshing lilac scent of the hotel rooms; I could still feel my childhood. But I have to open my eyes.

This is the story of my life when hotels used to be my castles. These are the 5 things I miss the most about the fairytale that I had to let go of:

1. The magical sights of high ceilings and chandeliers.
Stepping inside a hotel and taking in the beautiful interiors is one of my favorite sights to capture. It made me feel like a princess living in a castle of flowers and diamonds, so moving on from this phase in my life is blinding.

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2. The smell of air-con and fancy things
Whenever I go to a mall, I become nostalgic. The smell of fresh air conditioning in malls is similar to the scent of a hotel. If there is a perfume of this certain smell, I would definitely buy some.

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3. The comfy beds, carpets, walls, everything
I really miss the feeling of the soft hotel beds and velvety couches. I still remember rolling on literally everything as a child and I have to say I regret nothing.

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4. The taste of never-lasting expensive food
Since my father is a hotel employee, the perks of working in a hotel is wads of discounts and winning in raffles! In the past years he won some free passes for a family dinner buffet at Heat in Shangri-La which back then served my favorite sushi, pasta, and ice cream.

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5. The love we get from family bonding
The purpose of our staying in hotels is to relax, have fun, and spend some quality time with the family. I will never forget the priceless memories we made and that’s why this is the thing I miss the most. I would like to bring back our tradition of checking-in to hotels to bring back the strong bond and love of our family.

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I miss being a princess of hotels. But princesses are just like normal kids. Eventually, we have to grow up. Yes, being a child is one of the best feelings but instead of trying to escape adulthood, trying to bring back the good old times, I should just be thankful for the kind of childhood I had and the wonderful times of my life I’ll never forget. //by Yumi dela Torre

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Feature: A Classic Remastered: Beauty and the Beast

3/30/2017 08:24:00 PM Media Center 0 Comments

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More than two decades have passed since the love story of an odd girl living in a small village and a cursed prince enchanted the hearts of viewers. Now, sixteen years later, Disney’s live-action remake of Beauty and the Beast will take you on a magical journey filled with fascinating animations and Broadway vibes that will make you want to sing, dance, live, and love.

Launched in the country last March 16, the movie was warmly welcomed by fans and newcomers alike. Years after playing Hermione Granger from the Harry Potter franchise, Emma Watson stars as the lovely Belle who unexpectedly meets the frightening Beast, played by Dan Stevens. Celebrities such as Josh Gad, the voice of Olaf from Disney’s Frozen, provide the comedic side of the movie while the narcissistic evil antagonist Gaston is brought to life by Luke Evans. Joining the remarkable cast are popular personalities Ian McKellen, Emma Thompson, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Ewan McGregor, and the adorable Nathan Mack who voiced talking ornaments Cogsworth, Mrs. Potts, Featherduster, Lumiere, and Chip, respectively. Directed by Academy-Award winning director Bill Candon, the movie has amassed around $690 million dollars since its global premiere.

A tale as old as time

The story of the Beauty and the Beast is instilled forever in the hearts of every Disney fan. Seeing it in live-action made us feel nostalgic about our childhood and made our inner child’s hearts light up knowing that the plot stayed close to what we expected.

During a ball teeming with the wealthy and the elegant, the handsome prince of the castle was faced with the dilemma of dealing with an old lady asking for help. Little did he know that his response to this seemingly trivial encounter would change his life, and those of his people, too. On the other side of the story enters Belle, a girl who, with her books and inquisitive nature, is deemed quite different from everyone else in her village. The fates of these two characters are tied as Belle comes to her father’s rescue after being caught unawares in the prince’s castle.

Unbeknownst to them both, this was the start of a romance that is deeper than skin and a love that sees with the heart, and the rest of the story unfolds in a flurry of strange encounters, musical numbers, and unexpected discoveries.

A song as old as rhyme

This movie didn’t just bring us to a trip down memory lane; it also brought an exemplary whole-package experience to its audience. All of the songs that were sung expressed genuine emotions, making its listeners feel the shift from one lyric to another. Aside from this, the cinematography of the film was beyond what we expected. The colors weren’t at all binary and each frame in the film gave us a clear depiction of what was really happening in the actual scene. We also commend how they presented this classic fairytale in a more realistic and thrilling approach.

The costume and design deserve praises, too. It made believe that what we were watching then was really happening in Paris in the 1700s.

In addition, the cast must be commended for their incredible performance. No matter how small or big their part is, they have this energy that makes the whole picture come to life. It felt as if there were no lead, supporting, and extra actors or actresses because every one of them performed their hearts out. And we believe that these are the small contributions that make a great movie.

A dream come true

We never expected to see the 1991 animation to come to life so vividly. The movie that was once a child’s storybook was turned into something big, influential, and magical. Because this movie wasn’t just made for popularity or fame, it is also a call to every girl to look up to and be like Belle. Watson perfectly portrayed her as a strong, independent woman that would never let a man stand in her way. Also, Belle showed the lengths that one would go for family, especially since her father was all she had left.

Beauty and the Beast also left us an important message in life: we should treat everyone equally, regardless of their looks. We should look deeper than what we see on the surface. Also, it gives people the idea that selfishness is not something you should keep inside heart. We must give, and give, and give as it is the key that will lead us to our happily ever after.

Watching this movie was truly a complete escape from reality. We were enchanted by the capability of one kind soul to change a cold-hearted beast. And we want all of you to watch it and to see the wonders of love and all its magic. //by Hanna David, Jo-ev Guevarra and Zach Jugo

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Sports: Zoe Hilario invades SNAG

3/30/2017 08:19:00 PM Media Center 0 Comments

UPIS Varsity Swimming Team (VST) swimmer Zoe Hilario bagged the silver medal in the 200M Backstroke event in the 15-17 age bracket of the 48th Singapore National Age-Group (SNAG) Competition at the (OCBC) Aquatic Centre in Singapore last March 14-19, 2017.

Hilario outclassed 23 other swimmers in the Finals A of her age bracket. She represented the Philippines and her club, Ace Seawolves in this event.

IN INTERNATIONAL WATERS. Zoe Hilario, together with other Filipino Swimmers, delivers a spectacular performance and brings home the bacon for our country. Photo Credit: Shirley Ann Pamplona-Burgos

“Sobrang saya and unexpected na magkakamedal ako kasi it’s an international compe[tition],” Hilario expressed. “Our only target was to get good times in our events,” the sophomore student-athlete added.

The SNAG Competition is a tournament for Singaporean swimmers to qualify for the Southeast Asian (SEA) Games but foreigners who want to compete can also join. In this event, Singaporean nationals were prioritized leaving only four slots for the foreigner swimmers in the finals division.

According to her, she prepared for this tournament in the same way she gets ready for University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) season competitions. Despite having a lot of schoolwork, she doesn’t miss her trainings once on weekdays and twice on Saturdays. //by Carlos Laderas and Jaggie Gregorio

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Opinion (Submission): Sentencing Death Penalty

3/30/2017 08:13:00 PM Media Center 0 Comments

Photo Source: Jem Torrecampo

President Duterte wants capital punishment reinstated to deter people from committing crimes. Citing a news report, the president said in Filipino, “When [death penalty] was abolished, there was an increase of 3000% (heinous crimes). And they say it’s not a deterrent?”

Capital punishment was first ‘abolished’ in the Philippines by the 1987 Constitution. It was then reinstated by President Fidel Ramos with RA 7659, citing an increased criminality in the Philippines. It was effective for thirteen years until President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo signed RA 9346 in 2004, citing a “high moral impetus dictated by God to walk away from capital punishment.”

Currently, House Bill 4727 or the Death Penalty Bill is being debated in the House of Representatives. Twenty-one crimes were originally listed as punishable by death but plunder was removed. The Church and human rights advocates have expressed their opposition to the bill.

In its current state, the Philippines should not have a law permitting capital punishment. It would be immoral, unethical, and unjust for such to come into being. The Philippines is plagued by corruption and is run by those who do not care about the people. Why should they be trusted to wield power over life and death?

Proponents argue that this will impose fear upon would-be felons and criminals. This may seem logical, as people generally fear death above all, thus they would think twice before committing crimes. However no studies have found conclusively that capital punishment reduces crime rates within an area.

The 21 ‘heinous’ crimes for which capital punishment will be allowed seem to be ill-thought of. What basis was used in choosing which crimes should be punishable by death? Is the possession of 10 grams of opium or marijuana resin something whose punishment should be equal to infanticide and rape? It is unfair to give a person using, or even just possessing minor drugs harming no-one but oneself the same sentence as those who committed murder, or theft at the scale of plunder.

It is a heavy criminal punishment placed on drug addiction, a disease treatable with proper support. The mentally ill who do not have the sufficient presence of mind can also commit crimes punishable by death. An incompetent court may sentence them to death when medical aid would be more humane.

There is, however, a benefit to capital punishment. Resources used to keep prisoners on life sentence alive and healthy could be used for better projects, including education, healthcare, and infrastructure. It is well-known that corruption abounds in the government, though. These resources will more likely be reallocated not into public services, but into lining the pockets of corrupt officials.

Additionally, the justice system is flawed. In a 2004 decision, the Supreme Court noted that “the cases where the judgement of death has either been modified or vacated consisted of an astounding 71.77% of the total death penalty cases directly elevated before the Court.”

Had no intervention occurred, 651 people would have been wrongfully killed, out of the 907 sentenced. Proponents may argue that these cases were stopped back then, and future cases will be likewise stopped, but the cases cited in the statistic happened over a span of eleven years. Duterte intends “five to six” executions daily. Would the Supreme Court be able to handle a workload this large, not mentioning other cases it needs to oversee?

A 2004 Free Legal Assistance Group (FLAG) report also said that 73.1% of death row inmates earned P10,000 or less, with the majority earning below minimum wage. Is the higher amount of poor death row inmates because the poor commit more heinous crimes, or because they are less able to pay for their defense?

Allowing capital punishment to be reinstated, therefore, is nothing but codifying extra-judicial killings into law – turning the unjust and unlawful into the unjust and lawful. It is giving the ability to take the lives of the weak to those with power.

Proponents of this, like the president, cannot see beyond their own noses. They are so caught up in their fantasies of saving the nation with an iron fist that they fail to see the repercussions or obstacles.

Before such a drastic measure is imposed, it must first be made sure that it will be done in a way that minimizes the number of innocents harmed and that its application will truly help solve crime. Will countless deaths lead to peace and reduced crime rates, or more suffering as corruption is given a mightier sword to wield against the people?

Should we immediately go for the most drastic measure against crime, when we have not attempted a less ruthless, and more humane way to solve it? Should we combat crime by brute force, ignoring and letting fester the social ills which force people into it? What is the due process of the law when those upholding it act against the common man?

If Duterte and other proponents of capital punishment succeed in their wish, no problems will be solved, at the cost of lives – not just human lives, but Filipino lives. //by Craig Aquino

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Opinion: No Excuses

3/30/2017 08:05:00 PM Media Center 0 Comments

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A school is an institution built to educate and equip the students for their future careers. In order to fulfill the functions of the school, students are given projects, seatworks, homework, and group works as requirements. Each subject has its own set of requirements every school year.

In an article from The Washington Post, it was observed that there is a difference between the attitude of first graders and sixth graders towards school work. First graders were generally more enthusiastic while sixth graders lacked interest regarding school activities and perhaps also towards school itself. Sixth graders were discouraged from performing well because of certain factors like competition and pressure from their family and peers. This may also be the result of having different activities between the lower and higher grade levels. With this said, we may connect it to the attitude of UPIS high school students concerning school requirements.

As we move up to the next grade levels, work becomes heavier and more difficult than before. It is observed in the classroom setting that when a teacher introduces a project, students tend to complain about the deadline or the nature of the project. You’ll hear various sounds of disapproval in the class. Some complain and suggest adjustments for the deadline. There are also some unnecessary comments that may be excessive and disrespectful to the teachers. This kind of attitude towards work is observed more than ever in UPIS.

This attitude should not be tolerated or encouraged because the purpose of school work is to shape and prepare the students to not only be successful, but also well-rounded. Also, students who are more engaged in their work learn more and are more prepared for their future endeavors. Determination, focus, and eagerness are key attitudes in being more engaged in doing schoolwork.

In line with this, it's only natural for students to complain about the heavy work load, the deadlines and repetitive kinds of projects. It is inevitable to complain but students should react in a courteous way to the work load given to them. If you have any complaints, why not suggest new ideas to teachers? Not only will this help the class, but it will also help the teacher improve, and help their future students in having better educational experiences. One could also write in the teachers' evaluation forms about their comments, yet still remain respectful. Teachers should also consider these suggested ideas and come up with innovative projects that will pique the interest of the students. Projects may be in a form of making a game, a campaign, a creative production, a contest, and other projects that will spark the creativity of the students.

Students should identify their motivation in doing their schoolwork to have a better attitude towards it. Being motivated changes the mindset of the students because it makes them give more effort in their work. This source of motivation may be a dream college, an award, or a specific goal in life. Students may also be inspired from the encouragement and appreciation of their families and friends.

Everything that we learn in school, including our attitude towards work, trains us to be able to perform well in the future. High school is a simulation of college and employment life and having a positive outlook will be useful in both. In addition to this, loving our work will change our disposition. Being knowledgeable is indeed a great quality we students must have, but determination and good behavior is essential to achieve our goals and dreams. //by LM Gacad and Rachel Siringan

Sources:
Strauss, V. (May 2010). Why student attitudes toward school change – Willingham. The Washington Post. Retrieved March 22, 2017 from http://voices.washingtonpost.com/answer-sheet/daniel-willingham/why-student-attitudes-toward-s.html

Akey, M. T. (January 2006). School context, student attitudes and behavior, and academic achievement: an exploratory analysis. MDRC. Retrieved March 22, 2017 from http://www.mdrc.org/sites/default/files/full_519.pdf

http://oic.id.ucsb.edu/international-ta-handbook/teaching-undergraduates/student-attitudes

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KAT at GAT 2017-2018, idinaos

3/30/2017 08:00:00 PM Media Center 0 Comments

Natapos na ang Grade 7 Admission Test (GAT) noong Marso 4 at ang Kindergarten Admission Test (KAT) noong Marso 18, 20, 25, 27, para sa akademikong taon 2017-2018.

Ang GAT ay ang entrance exam ng UPIS para sa Grado 7 habang ang KAT naman ang para sa Kindergarten. Sumailalim din sa GAT ang mga estudyanteng nais pumasok sa Varsity Athletic Admission.

ANTISIPASYON. Sinalubong ng mga magulang ang kanilang mga anak matapos ang PM session ng Grade 7 Admission Test (GAT). Photo Credit: Janella Francisco

Mayroong 680 na mag-aaral mula sa iba’t ibang pampubliko at pribadong paaralan ang kumuha ng GAT. Mula sa bilang na ito, 15 estudyante ang kukunin bilang lateral entrants para sa akademikong taon 2017-2018. Hiwalay pa rito ang 10 varsity players na tatanggapin sa ilalim ng VAAS Program.
 Kumuha rin ng GAT bilang placement test ang 95 na estudyanteng kasalukuyang Grado 6 sa UPIS.

Samantala, isinagawa ang KAT noong Marso 18, 20, 25, at 27. Sa 1,469 na aplikanteng kumuha nito, 1,349 ang mga anak ng non-UP personnel habang 120 ang sa UP personnel. Animnapung porsyento (60%) ng mga tatanggaping estudyante ang magmumula sa mga anak ng UP personnel.

Inaasahang sa Abril 10 mailalabas ang resulta ng GAT at sa Mayo 8 naman ang sa KAT. //ni Beca Sinchongco

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Election period, simula na

3/30/2017 07:56:00 PM Media Center 0 Comments

Opisyal nang binuksan ng Senior Council (SC) ang election period para sa HALALAN 2017 na may temang “KAPITBISIG: Dream Together, Lead Together” noong Marso 28.

Sinimulan na ng SC ang pamamahagi ng mga Certificate of Candidacy (COC) para sa mga nagnanais na tumakbo sa eleksyon. Binibigyan ang mga kandidato ng hanggang Abril 7 upang isumite ang kanilang COCs.

Tatagal ang panahon ng kampanya mula Abril 18 hanggang Mayo 2. Magkakaroon ng
Miting de Avance para sa mga Year Level Organization (YLOs) sa Abril 27 at ang sa Pamunuan ng Kamag-aral (pKA) sa Mayo 2.

Gaganapin ang HALALAN sa Mayo 4 at inaasahang sa Mayo 16 ay maidedeklara ang mga nanalo sa eleksyon. //ni Chesca Santiago at Beca Sinchongco

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UPIS infrastructure projects commence

3/30/2017 07:52:00 PM Media Center 0 Comments

Improvements to some UPIS facilities continue in the next few weeks.

The renovation of the UPIS Bulwagan 3-6 is expected to begin as soon as Jesus Asuncion Builder, the project’s contractor, obtains the permit to start from the UP Office of the Campus Architect (OCA).

ALL SET. With its interior finally cleared, the Bulwagan 3-6 is now ready for its renovations to begin. Photo Credit: Suzy Uy

According to Assistant Principal for Administration (APA) Prof. Melanie Donkor, the refurbishments were rompted by invasive tree roots which caused cracks and ridges in the structure’s flooring. The Bulwagan shall be revamped so as to minimize potential future damage that may be caused by the tree roots. DENR did not permit the cutting of the tree.

The project is tagged at P2.6 million and funding will come from the P20 million budget allocated to UPIS for the construction and renovation of its facilities.

Entrances and exits to the 3-6 campus may be diverted in order to ensure safety during the renovation.

On the other hand, construction of the UPIS Gym is expected to finish on April 22, 2017.

FINISHING TOUCH. A portion of the UPIS  Gym’s exterior walls are being polished in preparation for the installation of bricks. Photo Credit: Suzy Uy

Construction is now on its final stage with the exterior walls currently being covered with bricks and the flooring and interiors set to be furnished a few weeks from now.

INSIDE ACCESS. The Gym’s interior is getting ready for furnishing as its completion nears. Photo Credit: Suzy Uy

Meanwhile, renovations of the UPIS Auditorium continue, with its walls currently being painted and prepared for soundproofing. Funding will come from the P20 million-budget allocated to UPIS for the capital outlay and realignment of the green perimeter fence while bidding for the new air conditioning units and theatre seats is still ongoing.

LIFT ‘EM UP. Frames of the recently-elevated Auditorium seats await the new theatre seats. Photo Credit: Suzy Uy

Since improvements are expected to take some more time, Recognition Day activities will be diverted to the NISMED. //by Bryan Lina and Chesca Santiago

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Summer uniform sa UPIS, naipatupad na

3/30/2017 07:46:00 PM Media Center 0 Comments

Opisyal nang ipinatutupad sa mga estudyante ng UPIS ang pagsusuot ng summer uniform nitong Martes, Marso 21 bilang paghahanda sa mainit na panahon sa oras ng klase.

Ang summer uniform ay binubuo ng puting t-shirt na may bagong UPIS logo at shorts sa mga estudyanteng lalaki sa K-2 at slacks para sa 3-11. Sa mga kababaihan ay skirt mula K-10 samantalang slacks naman sa mga estudyanteng babae sa Grado 11.

PAGHAHANDA SA TAG-INIT. Suot-suot ng mga mag-aaral ng hayskul ang kanilang summer uniform. Puting t-shirt na may logo ng UPIS ang pang-itaas ng summer uniform samantalang pinanatili ang pang-ibaba ng regular na uniporme. Photo credits: Lorenzo Bautista

Bago ang pagpapatupad, nagsagawa ng sarbey ang pamunuan ng UPIS sa mga mag-aaral kaugnay ng pagkakaroon ng bagong uniporme tuwing tag-init. Itinanong din sa sarbey kung ano ang nais ng mga mag-aaral na gamiting pang-ibaba sa kanilang summer uniform . Nanalo sa sarbey ang pagkakaroon ng bagong uniporme ngunit nais nilang panatalihin ang pang-ibaba ng kanilang regular uniform.

Pinangasiwaan ng Faculty Club sa pamumuno ni Prop. Portia Dimabuyu ang pagkuha ng mga order, pagpapagawa at pamamahagi ng summer uniform. //ni Cedric Jacobo

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Estudyante ng UPIS, naholdap

3/30/2017 07:37:00 PM Media Center 0 Comments

Nabiktima ng panghoholdap at tangkang pananaksak ang isang mag-aaral ng Grado 11 habang pauwi ito sakay ng jeep papuntang SM North EDSA noong Biyernes, Marso 17.

Nakahinto ang sinasakyan niyang jeep sa tapat ng Veterans Memorial Medical Center sa North Ave. nang sumampa ang dalawang lalaking may dalang ice pick at kutsilyo at nagdeklara ng holdap. Tinangkang saksakin ng mga kawatan ang biktima nang makitang sinusubukang itago ng estudyante ang kanyang wallet at cellphone. Ginamit na panangga ng biktima ang kanyang bag upang maiwasan ang tangkang pananaksak ng mga holdaper. Nakuha ng mga kawatan ang wallet ng biktimang estudyante.

Natukoy ng biktima ang mga holdaper mula sa wanted list ng pulisya. Kinasuhan na ng robbery with attempted homicide ang mga suspek na natuklasang dati nang tinutugis dahil sa iba pang kaso ng pagnanakaw.

Ipinagbigay alam ng mga magulang ng biktima sa paaralan ang insidente upang mapaalalahanan ang mga mag-aaral ng UPIS na maging maingat at alerto sa lahat ng pagkakataon. //ni Hanzvic Dellomas

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'Wag magpahuli sa latest chika!

3/27/2017 08:07:00 PM Media Center 0 Comments

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Literary (Submission) : Malaya

3/17/2017 10:10:00 PM Media Center 0 Comments

Minahal kita.
Mamahalin pa kita.
Mamahalin kita hangga’t sa maubos ako’t masaid
Mamahalin kita ng higit sa kaya kong ibigay
Mamahalin kita hangga’t kaya ng puso ko
Mamahalin kita at handa akong magpakasira para sa’yo

Magkunwari ka na mahal mo pa ako
Magkukunwari akong hindi ako sumuko
Magkunwari kang hindi mo pa ako kinalimutan
Magkukunwari ako na hindi kita sinukuan
Magkunwari tayong may tayo pa
Magkunwari tayong mahal pa natin ang isa’t-isa

Sa huling pagkakataon, hayaan mong mahalin kita.

At mamahalin kita sa kabila ng mga tanong kong nangangailangan ng kasagutan
Mamahalin kita sa kabila ng sakit na nararamdaman
Mamahalin kita kahit walang kasiguraduhan
Mamahalin kita kahit na magulo na
Mamahalin kita kahit na may iba nang laman ang puso mo

Kasi ang totoo niyan, sumuko ako.
Pero hindi ako tumigil sa pagmamahal sa’yo.
Hindi ako huminto.
Minahal kita mula simula hanggang dulo.
At kahit anong mangyari ikaw pa rin ang pipiliin ko,
Ikaw pa rin ang mamahalin ko

Sayo pa rin ako paulit-ulit na nahuhulog
Kahit iba na ang iniisip mo.
Ikaw pa rin ang tinitibok ng puso
Kahit na iba na ang tinitibok nung iyo.
Alam ko ang lugar ko.
Hindi kita pipilitin kung alam kong may iba kang iniibig,
Kung may iba ka nang mahal.

Kaya sa huling pagkakataon, hayaan mong mahalin kita.
Pagkatapos nito, malaya ka na.