Category: Features

ADRIAN Kenneth Presbitero (IV-BAP) roared loud and proud at the recently concluded 3rd Asian Open Championship of the World Kyokushin Budokai Karate in Kazakhstan last May 3-5, 2024. Ranking third among all the international competitors, Presbitero brandished his expertise with Filipino pride.

P-POP WAVE is rising, and BINI is at its crest, capturing hearts and dominating the spotlight. An eight-member girl group managed by ABS-CBN’s Star Magic consisting of Aiah, Colet, Maloi, Gwen, Stacey, Mikha, Jhoanna, and Sheena that has been steadily marking the charts with their infectious energy, captivating performances, and genuine connection with their fans.

FILIPINOS are known for our distinctive Asian values; our communities acquire the philosophy of “pakikiramay,” “utang na loob,” “bayanihan,” and other attributes that build an unbreakable relatedness among us. They are the cornerstone of our ties, establishing a setting in which differences are considered as an avenue for progress instead of distinction.

“FREEDOM of the press, if it means anything at all, means the freedom to criticize and oppose.” As stated by George Orwell, a British novelist of the dystopian book, “1984”. Every May 3rd, World Press Freedom Day is celebrated. It commemorates the lives of the journalists who fought and continue to fight for human freedom amid the threats thrown onto them as they remain the voice of the people, especially for those whose voices cannot be heard.

THE sheer passion for dance not only extends through the bodily movements of a single person; it has the power to transcend language and culture that binds communities together through a unique way of expression. Last April 13, The Bedanz Dance Troupe Alabang (BDTA) held their annual dance competition, Sayaw Hataw Vol. XVI at the Alabang Town Center.

EXPLORING new and unique coffee shops must be one of the most well-known activities students do during their free time — whether for trying caffeinated and non-caffeinated beverages, filling up Instagram feeds with aesthetic photos, or simply just finding a quiet place to study.

THE BEDistang Aktibong Naglilingkod (BedAN) party has had a history of going up against the ROAR party, being the only two recognized parties from the past numerous elections. Currently the only party in the running, the BedAN party continues to lead the Student Executive Council (SEC) after the pandemic. Its slate with a new set of faces, save for a few, will face the spotlight as they stride towards their positions. Get to know them, their goals, and their aspirations as they answer questions from THE BEDAN HERALD.

GET to know the independent candidates for the upcoming elections! In an interview with THE BEDAN HERALD, the students who had their eyes set on the Student Executive Council (SEC) presidency for the next term opened their doors for us to get a view of who they were and what they planned to do.

On April 1, a local takoyaki store, “Taragis,” posted a challenge on their Facebook page, offering P100,000 to anyone tattooing the store’s logo on their forehead. Upon clicking on the picture of the now-deleted post, it was revealed that it was intended to be a joke for April Fools.

REACHING for the crown, the candidates for Mr. and Ms. Psychology 2024: “The Crystal Gems” ended the Bedan Psychological Society’s (BPS) “Psychweek” festivities with a bang as they battled it out to see who was the fairest of them all.