Beyond the Classroom: OSA reviews Off-Campus Activity Guidelines

LEARNING does not end within the four walls of the campus. Rather, it begins there. From...

Marcos-Duterte rift shapes Philippine politics ahead of 2028

THE widening divide between President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara...

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The Architecture of Accessibility

WE talk about the cost of education in thousands of pesos, often assuming that financial constraints...

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Marcos-Duterte rift shapes Philippine politics ahead of 2028

Marcos-Duterte rift shapes Philippine politics ahead of 2028

THE widening divide between President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte, the ongoing impeachment proceedings against the Vice President, and the early jockeying of political camps for the 2028 presidential elections are reshaping the country’s political discourse…

Philippines Launches First Women and Children’s Crisis Center in Alabang

Philippines Launches First Women and Children’s Crisis Center in Alabang

THE Philippines officially introduced its first Women and Children Crisis Center at The Haven for Women compound in Alabang, Muntinlupa City, on Aug. 3. The initiative was made possible through a multi-agency partnership between the Department of Social Welfare and…

SBCA School of Medicine Conducts Co-Creation Workshop

SBCA School of Medicine Conducts Co-Creation Workshop

THE School of Medicine Technical Working Group (TWG) of SBCA conducted a curriculum co-creation workshop for tertiary and high school students across all programs last July 31 at the Our Lady of Montserrat (OLM) Building Learning Resource Center 2, with…

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Beyond the Classroom: OSA reviews Off-Campus Activity Guidelines

Beyond the Classroom: OSA reviews Off-Campus Activity Guidelines

LEARNING does not end within the four walls of the campus. Rather, it begins there. From competitions and conferences to leadership activities and other external engagements, students continue to learn, grow, and represent SBCA beyond the classroom. As these opportunities…

The Architecture of Accessibility

The Architecture of Accessibility

WE talk about the cost of education in thousands of pesos, often assuming that financial constraints are the only thing that separates a student from a classroom. But what happens when the barrier isn't a bank account, but a learning…

Unweaving Threads of the Forgotten Burdang Taal

Unweaving Threads of the Forgotten Burdang Taal

IN an age dominated by fast fashion and machine-made products, handmade Filipino crafts remain enduring symbols of patience, artistry, and tradition. From woven textiles to intricately embroidered garments, these creations embody skills passed down through generations. Yet while some traditions…

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SM Supermalls fuels pickleball boom across the Philippines

SM Supermalls fuels pickleball boom across the Philippines

SM Supermalls has expanded its support for pickleball by operating 86 courts across 29 malls nationwide through its SM Active Hub initiative. The courts provide spaces for both competitive spaces for beginners and experienced players alike, making the sport more…

PSC, Elite Link expands networking opportunities for Filipino athletes

PSC, Elite Link expands networking opportunities for Filipino athletes

The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) partnered with sports technology company Elite Link to launch a digital networking and recruitment platform aimed at expanding opportunities for Filipino athletes during a signing event held at Solaire Resort on Aug. 13.

PHI League of Legends team set to compete in Esports Nations Cup 2026 in Riyadh

PHI League of Legends team set to compete in Esports Nations Cup 2026 in Riyadh

In a society where investment thrives above quality, artistic direction is spurned, especially in a society where attention, shortened and curated by media, is weaponized by those who value capital over experience.

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From Service to Strain: The Shifted Burden

From Service to Strain: The Shifted Burden

“THE State shall promote a just and dynamic social order…” is a promise written in the 1987 Philippine Constitution. But for many Filipinos today, that promise feels distant every time the monthly electricity bill arrives.

Forty years after the storm

Forty years after the storm

FORTY years have passed since millions of Filipinos filled the streets in a peaceful uprising that would forever change the nation’s course. Yet the shadows of the past remain deeply rooted in the national consciousness. The Philippines endured one of…

Flood money to play money

Flood money to play money

As a country part of the Pacific Ring of Fire, the Philippines is not new to annual visits of Low Pressure Areas (LPAs), typhoons, storm surges, and sometimes even super typhoons. On average, Filipinos experience 20 tropical cyclones entering the…

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Married at 19, No Degree, No 9-5, I’m Right Where I Want to Be

Married at 19, No Degree, No 9-5, I’m Right Where I Want to Be

MISOGYNY used to be blunt, harsh, and explicit—demanding women to stay in the kitchen, submit to men, and limit their ambitions to homemaking. In today’s generation, it has simply been rebranded.

Who decides the Truth?

Who decides the Truth?

The government's proposal to have more control over social media to fight against misinformation is not only about having false information removed. It is about deciding who has power over truth. The bill seeks to counter the harmful disinformation online…

Unlimited Games, But No Games?

Unlimited Games, But No Games?

In a society where investment thrives above quality, artistic direction is spurned, especially in a society where attention, shortened and curated by media, is weaponized by those who value capital over experience.