A PERFECT setup. That is how my friend, Nice, describes our recent trek to the summit of the Philippines' tallest mountain, Mt. Apo. During the pre-climb briefing, the staff of the tourism office of Kidapawan City told us that seldom do trekkers get a good view of the sunset and sunrise ...
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WHEN MY mother learned that I was going to Tuanadatu she expressed her concern. “Isn’t it a dangerous place to go to?” she asked. “The military will be escorting us,” I reassured her as I was preparing my backpack. I completely understood my mother’s worry. It was only a few ...
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FOR THE first time, comics enthusiasts and artists gathered at Robinson's Place GenSan for the First Arts, Comics, and Toys Convention (1st ACT), an activity that inspired and showcased opportunities for local visual artists. Known Pinoy comics artists, such as Harvey Tolibao, who has worked for Marvel and DC Comics, graced ...
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SINCE TEAM BUNDOL Mountaineers started the EcoTrek in 2011, we have always had in mind that our ultimate goal is the protection of the natural wealth. When we conducted the 2nd EcoTrek on November 27-28, 2012, our desire to take our actions a level higher has intensified. Similar to what we ...
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IF YOU took your social studies a little bit seriously or if you are paying attention to what's going on around you, you should know that Marikina City is the shoe capital of the Philippines. In fact, the city holds the World Record for the largest pair of shoes. More ...
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I AM very sure; SM City GenSan will be awash with people today. Why not? The country's favorite shopping mall is opening in GenSan. I was lucky to have been given the chance to enter the mall a day before it opens. And here is what I have to say. 1. SM ...
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JOEY AYALA has influenced not only my appreciation for our local cultural heritage through music but my overall perspective about our country and our world. I sang his songs and danced to his music back in high school. And I am sure, I am not alone in this. His one ...
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I HAVE long wanted to play badminton again in a decent court. Good thing there is Mr. BigShot in GenSan where you can enjoy playing badminton with your friends at a reasonable price. Playing badminton is one other activity I enjoy. I used to play badminton for my school when I ...
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WHEN MY sister who now lives in Bulacan went home to celebrate her birthday with us, we decided to take a trip to the white sand beaches of Gumasa in the town of Glan here in Sarangani Province. The whole family was there to share the fun. And there I ...
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MY CO-TEACHERS have long wanted to go on a nature trip to refresh themselves from all the stress caused by school reports and activities. There had been several failed attempts, but this summer we turned their dream into a reality by organizing a tour in eco-tourism spots in Surigao del Sur ...
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APRIL 13 was a big day for Baranggay Datal Anggas, the farthest barangay in my hometown, Alabel, Sarangani Province. No, not because it was Friday the 13th (blood was shed, though (there was a mass circumcision courtesy of the municipal health office)) but because it was the 24th Foundation Anniversary ...
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I PLANNED to spend the Holy Week at home. I had plenty of reasons for not wanting to go anywhere, but the night before the EcoTrek to Lake Holon in T'boli, South Cotabato, something pushed me to join my group, Team Bundol Mountaineers, in what was going to be one ...
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