The Ripple Publication 2023

Issue No. 1 . VOL. 1.

September to December Unique stories the creates a big wave of truth

UNIVERSITY NEWS

CMU-NSTP, Philippine Red Cross conducts bloodletting program

BY Dion Cedric Reducto PHOTO BY Dominick Edward Mapua

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n celebration of Red Cross Youth Month, the Philippine Red Cross Malabon City Chapter

conducted a bloodletting program with a theme of "Give Blood and Keep the WORLD Beating" at City of Malabon University (CMU) on Sunday, October 22.

The said program was in partnership with the CMU National Services Training Program (NSTP) that aims to collect 500 bags of blood from the participants to provide help to indigent people and the residents of Malabon in vulnerable situations.

Participants are asked to register and undergo a check up to test if they are qualified to participate in the said blood donation.

Malabon Chapter Head, Ms. Julie Legaspi said that this event aims to let the students know the importance of blood donation.

She also added that it brings out their sense of volunteerism,

"Alam ninyo kasi sa isang bag ng dugo marami kayong maliligtas—you can save three people. So para hanggat bata pa kayo, hanggat estudyante kayo, malalaman ninyo na mahalaga pala 'yung blood donation."

Several students of CMU participated in the said blood donation drive, Samantha Carana, a first year CMU student from Bachelor of Science in Business Accountancy Major in Marketing Management, said she felt nervous during the process of blood donation.

"As a student, maganda po 'yung nakakapag-donate tayo ng dugo para po sa ibang tao po na nangangailangan," she added.

Aside from students, residents of Malabon also participated in the said event. Marie Grace Ganuelas, a resident from Panghulo, Malabon, said that she felt happy donating her blood and being back to her alma mater.

She emphasized the quote "Dugong buhay, dugtong buhay.", "Napakagandang nagdo-donate tayo ng dugo natin at least every three months kasi nakakatulong din siya hindi lang sa ibang tao pati na rin sa sarili natin," she added.

Philippine Red Cross Chairman, Dir. Ricky Sandoval, pointed out the importance of the said blood donation.

"Here in Malabon, we have [a] blood bank, and this is the source of [our] constituents—of course, and mga hospitals na nangangailangan ng dugo. So we not only go to institutions like this but we also go to other companies, to the police, to fire volunteers, and other people that might want to donate blood," he said.

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UNIVERSITY NEWS

CMU-JPIA’s Mind Matter Series; Mental Health Awareness Month celebration

BY Danica Shane Soreño

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he City of Malabon University (CMU) chapter of the Junior

Philippines Institute of Accountants (JPIA) held its first day of seminar for Mental Health Awareness Month on October 27 at the CMU Hall.

The morning session was conducted with the theme: Mind Matter Series: Mental Health as a Universal Right, entitled Breaking Stigma: Understanding Mental Health, which aims to break the stigma by understanding the faces of mental health.

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WHAT’S INSIDE? Page 6- News

Tugatog cemetery’s ‘Wall of Remembrance’ receives backlash

Page 10- Feature

CMU: A roof of love for felines

Page 8- Sports

BEED Dominates CTE badminton tournament

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NEWS

Unique stories that creates a big wave of truth

LOCAL NEWS

Longosian’s BSK election, turns into commotion

BY John Clarence Tarposa PHOTO BY Cefany Aira Alarde

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commotion occured, covering the supposed peaceful and objective Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (BSK) Election 2023 at the precincts of Imelda Elementary School (IES) on Monday, October 30.

A commotion amidst the election process occurred as one of the voters angrily questioned the polling process inside the Emergency Accessible Polling Place (EAPP) for PWDs, Senior Citizens, and Pregnant women as the EAPP facilitators have no any COMELEC ballot boxes inside the precinct, but only an open box.

“Ang inaano lang po namin, bakit ang sa senior po open box hindi po ba dapat– kung box lang po yan papayag naman po kami kung naka packing tape at may butas na maliit na kakasya ihulog doon ang envelop. Tingnan niyo naman po diba, pwedeng may mangyaring hindi karapatdapat,” said, Ms. Baby Rose, complainant

In an immediate interview with the facilitators of EAPP regarding the commotion, they explained that what they were doing was secured and authorized by the COMELEC.

“Yung mga senior citizen natin hindi na sila maka-akyat sa taas, so kung may [authorization] sila, na ibibigay nila saamin na pinapahintulutan kaming kuhain ‘yung ballot nila doon sa presinto kung saan sila bumoboto, Ibaba namin dito para bumoto sila,” said Ms. Aylyn, EAPP facilitator.

“Ang sabi sa amin ng COMELEC, kolektahin lang namin ‘yung mga papers, kasi pagtapos ng botohan–pagkatapos nito, kung saan namin kinuha yung mga balota nayan ibabalik namin doon sa kung saan namin kinuha kasi doon sila isasama sa bilangan,” she added.

Mr. Emman, the EAPP teacher facilitator, firmly clarified that what happened between the two parties was just a misunderstanding about the protocol given to them by the COMELEC. “Wala kasing box ang ibinigay sa EAPP, so ‘yang lahat ng ‘yan– after bumoto ng mga senior, ibibigay lahat yan sa mga presinto para isang bigayan lang. So safe naman po siya kasi hindi naman nila tinitignan, bawal sila tumingin–’yung binoto ng mga botante,” said Mr. Emman.

Some voters explained what happened inside the EAPP room in support of the statement of Mr. Emman regarding the said misunderstanding.

“Actually, napakinggan ko, nagkaroon lang sila ng paglilinaw kasi yung ballot box doon sa loob tinatanong ng mga [voters] —syempre for security reason pero naipinaliwanag naman at nagkaroon naman sila ng consensus kaya kung mapapansin maayos na ngayon,” said Mr. Jong, voter.

Mr. Emman also explained that the EAPP was established only for the PWDs, Senior Citizens, and Pregnant women for them to have easier access to the voting process.

Barangay Longos votebuying involvement In connection to the BSK election in IES, some voters were scared about the current issue of vote buying involving the barangay of Longos.

According to them, voters should be mindful of choosing their candidates and casting their votes and shouldn’t be blinded by the money offered to them.

“Dapat mamulat sila ‘yung gano’n.

Dapat mamulat sila na—sila hindi nirerespeto ang boto nila.

Pangalawa, sino ‘yung politiko ngayon, dapat nilang malaman kung sino ‘yung gumagawa ng ganoon —panigurado hindi ‘yon gagawa ng mabuti sa lipunan na ginagalawan,” said Mr. Rene, senior citizen voter.

“Ang ginagawa ng kapulisan natin kaugnay sa ganoong bagay ay nagsisiyasat sila ng mabuti at kumukuha ng mahalagang impormasyon para ma imbestigahan ng mabuti yung mga ganoong angyayari para narin maiwasan yung mga posibilidad na magkakaroon ng vote buying,” said Police Officer, Catmon Malabon.

One of the voters also points out her observation regarding the election, wherein according to her, some people turned into lazy voters after what happened regarding the issue of vote buying in Malabon.

The said vote-buying issue involving the barangay of Longos became a very controversial issue during the election campaign which led to stricter election protocols and polling process in Malabon.

“Sa obserbasyon ko ngayon, dahil sa napanood nila sa tv, ang tao medyo nagkaroon sila ng pag-iisip na parang natamad sila bumoto dahil nasanay sila sa lagay. Ngayon naisip ng tao, na dahil sa nangyari na hindi dapat na ganoon.

Tignan pa rin nila ‘yung nararapat talagang iboto at may nagagawa sa bayan,” said Ms. Josie, 53-year-old voter.

To assure the voters and the residents of Longos, Malabon City, of safe and fair elections, the assigned police officer explained the beforehand action that they have taken to ensure a vote-buying-free election.

Due to the strict restrictions given by the LGU for the BSK election 2023 in various schools in Malabon, many of the Malabueños had agreed that the election this year was a lot more peaceful and organized compared to the previous elections.

However, because of the stricter restrictions and memorandum from the LGU, many media companies including People’s Television Network (PTV), Manilla Bulletin, and Tabloid were also blocked by the Malabon Police Officers from conducting interviews and coverages during the election day in IES.

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BAPA bet wins ‘CAS IDOL 2023’

BY Sophia Yeaza Cawili PHOTO BY Cefany Aira Alarde

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he Bachelor of Public

Administration (BAPA) representative took home the ‘CAS IDOL’ championship trophy championship trophy after an outstanding performance on Saturday, November 24 Princess Soronio was hailed as the new ‘CAS IDOL’ champion with a total average score of (96%), defeating ten other aspiring and talented College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) students.

In an exclusive interview with Ms. Soronio after her performance, she shared some of her preparations including the sudden change of her music piece the night before the competition.

“Actually, ‘yung kinanta ko kanina, hindi ito ‘yung song of choice ko talaga kasi kagabi pa ako ng change ng song kasi na realized ko na hindi siya tugma sa criteria.

Pinagpuyatan ko talaga na imemorize ‘yung kanta kahit kahit andami kong mali na lyrics kanina,” said Ms. Soronio.

“Mag-internalize lang talaga. Parang ayun ‘yung naging preparations ko and disiplina sa sarili at stage presence—’yung iisipin mo mga audience mo na nakasupport lang sayo,” she added.

In line with the interview, Ms. Soronio also said that she felt like a fishbone was extracted from her chest after her nerve-wracking performance.

“Para akong nabunutan ng tinik sa dibdib ko kasi kanina sobrang kaba ko talaga kasi nga iniisip ko paano kapag— alam mo ‘yun kulang na kulang talaga ako sa preparation. So ayun, iniisip ko na baka makalimutan ko ‘yung lyrics o kaya ma mental block ako or maglebaleba ako sa stage,” said Ms. Soronio.

As part of the program highlights, guess Judge, CMU alumnus, and the 2012 CMU IDOL champion Mr. Arvin Sualibio flaunted a flawless singing performance for the judges, participants, and CMUzens who were present during the competition, followed by an inspirational message for the talented CAS aspirants.

When Ms. Soronio was asked about her feelings after winning the championship trophy, she said that; “Sobrang saya lang kasi alam mo ‘yun, nairaos ko kahit na—’yun nga hindi ako confident. Tsaka malaki rin ‘yung pasasalamat ko kay lord kasi siya lang ‘yung tinatawag ko talaga kanina na sana nga ano—magawa ko ng tama ‘yung dapat kong gawin kahit hindi na siya perfect.”

Two (2) other aspirants from Bachelor of Science in Social Work were also able to reach the winning spots after showcasing an amazing performance namely Andrea Gozon, who landed as 3rd runner up, and Oscar Panghunasan, the 2nd runner up.

FROM PAGE 1 - CMU-NSTP, Philippine Red Cross conducts bloodletting program

Update on Memorandum of Signing (MOA) Mr. Sandoval brought up to date the Memorandum of Signing (MOA) that happened on September 16, 2023 at CMU. It is a collaboration between the School Division Office-Malabon (SDO) and the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Malabon.

"We are now trying to establish Red Cross Youth across all schools. Ang gusto natin mangyari is to establish Red Cross Youth para mayroon tayong mga volunteers sa mga eskwelahan, lapitan natin 'yung mga GPTA, para naman 'yung mga magulang ay matuto rin," he stated.

Malabon City Mayor, Jeannie Sandoval, encouraged the residents of Malabon to participate in the any blood donation drive, "Ine-encourage ko po ang mga bawat taga Malabon na kung may pagkakataon makapagbigay ng dugo kasi ayon po ay napakagandang programa para madugtungan din po natin ang isang buhay."

One participant passed out During the blood donation program, Ryan Rotugal from Bachelor of Arts in Journalism 1A, looked pale, felt dizzy, and lost his consciousness.

In an interview, he said that he felt the cold on his hands, feet, and spine, "'Yung nangyari kasi, tingin ko—ewan ko eh, bigla nu'ng patapos na, ayun nakaramdam ako nanlamig 'yung kamay ko, 'yung paa ko, 'yung [spine] ko, ta's dirediretso," Ryan also added that he instantly told the volunteer that he was feeling dizzy and the volunteers responded immediately.

"Alas sais ako kumain no'n tapos tingin ko dahil sa ano, maaga kami pumasok 'di ba? Hindi na kami nakakain ulit nang 8 o'clock gano'n kaya nabigla 'yung katawan daw." he stated.

As per Ms. Julie Legaspi, it was normal since the participants replenished blood and that is why they were given a time to take a rest at least 15 to 20 minutes.

She reminded that the participants should take a rest at least four hours and stop doing extreme activities like lifting, basketball, drinking alcohol, and smoking.

The Philippine Red Cross provided snacks and drinks to help the participants gain their energy.

On the other hand, Ms. Legaspi said that the blood donation was the first batch and there will be a second batch in the last week of November or first week of December.

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Child-Friendly Coalition, Save the Children Philippines celebrates Int'l day of Girl Child

BY John Clarence Tarposa PHOTO BY Dominick Edward Mapua

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s the acknowledgment for womens women's empowerment continues

continues to revolt, merely 2000 es -timated girl children from Malabon City participated in a community-wide celebration entitled “International Day of Girl Child" on October 11, at the Malabon City Amphitheater.

The event was supervised by the ChildFriendly Coalition, together with Save the Children Philippines, various youth sectors, and child rights advocate volunteers (CRAV) of Malabon City with the goal to empower and educate girl children about their rights.

Save the Children Philippines is a non-profit organization that believes that every child deserves a future, and through the initiative of the Child-Friendly Coalition in building a better community for and with children, the volunteers aimed to give every girl and child a safe place where their community is being heard and acknowledged.

In an exclusive interview with the Community Development Officer (CDO) of Save the Children Philippines, he said that one of the main intentions of the international Girl Child campaign in malabon city was to address the issues of teenage pregnancy because of its alarming statistics rate.

“Ang intention ng campaign na ito ay para ma-mainstream ‘yung issues ng mga adolescence girls natin—na kung saan dumami ‘yung mga nagbuntis nitong mga nagdaan, lalo na doon sa mga Informal Settler Families (ISF) area natin,” said Mr. Achilles Montebon, CDO, Save the Children Philippines.

In connection to the objectives of the program, the Child Representative of the children sector of the Child-Friendly Coalition said that the participation of women in this kind of community-wide celebration was important as this also promotes women's empowerment and sense of belongingness.

“Yung importance nito sa mga kababaihan, ‘yung ganitong event, [ay] maempower ‘yung karapatan nila [at] syempre ‘yung participation nila sa community—and the sense of belongingness kasi na part sila, nararamdaman nila ‘yung community [ay] kinu-consider or pinro-promote tsaka ineencourage sila na mas ma-build ‘yung selfconfidence nila,” said Ciara Lacayanga, Child Representative of Child-Friendly Coalition.

In motivational opening remarks delivered by Mr. Montebon, he broke the silence of the participants through a loud cheer of “hep-hep hooray” where he took the the chance to emphasize the goal of the celebration using an acronym inspired by the said cheer.

According to Mr. Montebon, children of Malabon City, especially girl children, should always make sure to acquire the intent of “HEP,” as it stands to promote being Healthy, Educated, and Protected.

Aside from the informative speeches about women and girl child empowerment, one of the highlights of the program is the different organizational booths consisting of gender and gender roles, girls' reproductive health and hygiene, teen pregnancy, and HIV/AIDS awareness.

The said program booths were supervised by the different youth sectors, which are the Santo Niño Youth Council (SNYC), Youth Empowered to Serve Organization (YESO), and Barangay Child Youth Association (BCYA).

An exclusive interview with Save the Children Philippines Community Development Officer, Mr. Achilles Montebon.

According to Ms. Lacayanga, the program booths were established and supervised by the mentioned youth sectors to give the participants an enjoyable yet informative assembly.

Before ending the program and to establish a remarkable connection with the participants, the facilitators of ChildFriendly Coalition, youth sector, conducted an open forum portion wherein the participants were asked by the volunteers about their favorite booths and learnings that they had gathered throughout the program.

CRAVs from Barangay Catmon, Conception, Longos, Potrero, Santulan, Tinajeros, Tugatog, and Tonsuya, together with Pantawid SNPP, Gabay, UPWD, KKK-OFW, Solo Parent, and Samaka Kalipi, were also present at the assembly.

Page 5 FROM PAGE 1 - CMU-JPIA’s Mind Matter Series; Mental Health Awareness Month celebration CMU JPIA-LC Ms. Abigail M. Germones led the opening remarks while the event host, followed by a opening discussion led by CMUJSWAP adviser and guest speaker Ms. Madonna Sundian, RSW who During her speech, Ms. Madonna also mentioned the characteristics of good and poor mental health, as well as the various ways to support someone going through anxiety attacks and depression.

CMU-JSWAP adviser and guest speaker Ms. Madonna Sundian, RSW presided over an opening discussion about Breaking Stigma: Understanding Mental Health.

Ms. Charley Dianne Lacambra, CMU-JPIA Executive Vice President, led closing remarks where she left a remarkable statement emphasizing the importance of understanding, empathy, and support for those who are suffering from mental health problems and people who are unaware of the topic of mental health.

"Mental Health is a journey. Not a destination," said Ms. Lacambra.

The seminar was attended by JPIA advisers Mr. Ogie Boy Sonorjo, CPA, Mr. Jefferson Cruz, CPA, and Dr. Janine Moneda Dela Cruz, dean of the College of Business and Accountancy.

Psychological First Aid and Emergency Response The second session of the Mental Health Awareness Month seminar entitled Mind Matter Series: Mental Health as a Universal Right, With the theme Psychological First Aid and Emergency Response, covered the different tactics to use when approaching someone who requires psychological support.

The event continued with the discussion regarding the provision of Psychological First Aid as the licensed Psychologist, CMU Professor, and guest speaker Mr. Daniel T. Santiago, RPM, provided instructions on how to respond to a person experiencing a mental health crisis.

During the discussion, he pointed out that Psychological First Aid is not only done by professionals, but everyone can do it.

"It's not something professional can do, this is what we can't allow about Psychological First Aid. Lahat kasi pwede siyang gawin—hindi lang naman mga professional ang may kayang gumawa nito, kayo mismo, right now." Said Mr. Santiago.

“Remember this acronym ALGEE. Stands for A-Assess for risk, L-Listen non-judgmentally, G-Give -

reassurance & information, EEncourage appropriate professional help, E-Encourage self-help and other support,” said Ms. Madonna.

Informing everyone to practice awareness, balance, and connection (ABC), Ms. Madonna ends her discussion properly with a powerful quotation.

“Mental health should start with you but should not end with you,” said Ms. Madonna.

Officers of CMU-JPIA formally opened the forum for questions and clarifications, followed by the awarding of certificates.

2000 Malabueños receive cash assistance from AICS-DSWD

BY John Clarence Tarposa PHOTO BY Cefany Aira Alarde

PHOTO BY Cefany Aira Alarde

He also talked about the proper application of Psychological First Aid where he emphasized those in need of extra care and assistance, referring to those people who harm themselves, people with major health concerns, mental or physical disabilities, and substance abuse problems.

Following his discussion, Mr. Santiago also gave examples of distress responses to crisis, such as physical distress symptoms like shaking, headache, feeling very tired, loss of appetite, aches and pain, anxiety, insomnia, and emotional dumbness.

While amidst the discussion, the guest speaker discussed when and where to provide psychological first aid as he also mentioned the appropriate times and locations to perform the said aid.

According to Mr. Santiago, first aid is supposed to be carried out during or after an event, and the locations for it could be in the hospital, the patient's house, or quiet places outside where they feel safe.

In addition to his speech, the guest speaker gave some tips on how to provide Psychological first aid, where he explained to the students the importance of understanding and applying the "PREPARE-LOOKLISTEN-REST-REFLECT." Before the program ended, Mr. Santiago gave reminders such as the dos and don'ts of establishing a good relationship with one another.

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wo thousand chosen Malabuenos ciaries had claimed their financial assistance under the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) program of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) through the initiative of Malabon City Government, Senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr., and Agimat Partylist at the Malabon sports complex last November 22.

AICS is a social welfare program under DSWD that aims to help people in need including children, students, and senior citizens through medical assistance, burial, transportation, food, and the two-thousand peso financial assistance.

To formally start the distribution, Honorable City Mayor Jeannie N. Sandoval performed an opening remark where she briefly mentioned the AICS project of the DSWD, and also formally extended her gratitude to the said Department and Senator Ramon “Bong” Revillia Jr. as he was the one who initiated to pursue the AICS program for the Malabuenos.

“Sa araw na ito, idaraos natin ang pamamahagi ng tulong sa ating mga kababayan sa pamamagitan ng AICS. Ito ay hindi lamang simpleng aktibidad ng pagbibigay, kung hindi isang pagpapakita ng ating samahan at pagkakaisa sa panahon ng pangangailangan,” said Mayor Sandoval, After her inspirational speech, the City Mayor then proceeded to acknowledge the honorable presence of Agimat Representative, Congressman Bryan Revillia on behalf of his father, Senator Bong Revilla.

Cong. Bryan carried out an inspirational message for the undeniable heartfelt welcoming performed by the beneficiaries upon his arrival at the sports complex.

“Bukas po ang aming mga pintuan, bukas po ang pintuan ng Agimat Partylist at ni Senator Bong Revilla kung mayroon po kayong pangangailangang medical, financial assistance, educational assistance,” said Cong. Bryan.

In an exclusive interview with Mayor Sandoval, she said that the AICS-DSWD program is a good strategy to augment the needs of the indigent sectors.

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LOCAL NEWS

Tugatog cemetery’s ‘Wall of Remembrance’ receive backlash

BY Mary Jane De Jesus PHOTO BY Dominick Edward Mapua

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s the Tugatog Public still

Cemetery was

marked as ‘under renovation’, the

the Malabon City Government established a ‘Wall of Remembrance’ in line with the twoday-long celebration of Undas 2023.

The 'Wall of Remembrance” was built, containing the names of the deceased buried at the Tugatog cemetery, to still allow the Malabuenos to visit and pay respect to their deceased loved ones after almost 2 years, of being unable to enter the cemetery due to the pandemic and its sudden renovation.

However, despite the said objective of the city government, some residents and relatives of the deceased were throwing criticisms at the city government for what they called “failed and unorganized renovation’ and “useless walls.”

The foremost concerns of the relatives towards the ‘Wall of Remembrance” and “Renovation” projects of the city government were the incorrect and missing-

-deceased names on the said wall as well as the whereabouts of their deceased remains.

In an interview with Mr. Jimmy Lauzon Jr., one of the visitors at the Tugatog cemetery, he said he was confused and in a state of shock after seeing his name on the wall of remembrance instead of the name of his deceased father, Jimmy Lauzon Sr. Some of the relatives were also questioning the city government regarding the whereabouts of the remains of their deceased loved ones after removing them from their graves and columbariums.

“Last week nagpunta na po kami dito, noong nagpunta po kami dito nakita na po ‘yung pangalan ng mahal namin sa buhay na nasa kolumbaryo na po, ngayon po nitong nagpunta kami noong isang araw— hinahanap ko po ‘yung pangalan ng mahal ko sa buhay wala na po ‘yung mga pangalan,” said Tugatog Cemetery Head Facilitator

Ms. Zoraida Cordero was also unsure about the whereabouts of her deceased ancestors and relatives after she received a sudden call that the city government had already removed the remains of her family, far from their previous protocol where they said that they would allow at least one representative from each family to observe the extraction process.

“Hindi rin naman alam kung ‘yung mga buto sa ilalim eh nakuha, ‘yung mga butong ilalagay sa mga pwesto kung talaga buto ng mga patay namin, kasi hindi kami sigurado kasi noong hinukay ‘to hindi naman kami—hindi nila kami pinayagan na pumunta,” said Ms. Cordero.

The city government of Malabon, in light of the preparation for the Undas 2023, posted an official announcement on their Facebook page explaining the proper ways and steps to follow in addressing concerns and questions about Tugatog Cemetery, which is only available through the Malabon City Government Facebook page and Malabon Tugatog Cemetery website.

FROM PAGE 5 - 2000 Malabueños receive cash assistance from AICS-DSWD Mayor Sandoval also assured that Mayor Sandoval also assured that the the city government will continue to conduct city government will continue to conduct and and develop more programs that would offer develop more programs that would offer more benefits for the Malabuenos. more benefits for the Malabuenos.

“Walang kulay, walang politika. Basta taga malabon ka magkakaroon ka ng blue card. Walang gender at kahit ano pang estado mo sa buhay, ang importante taga rito ka, may karapatan ka sa mga serbisyong dapat ilalatag para sayo,” said Mayor Sandoval.

After the distribution of the cash assistance, some of the beneficiaries shared their sentiments regarding the assistance and towards Mayor Sandoval, Congressman Bryan, and Senator Bong Revilla.

68-year-old Ms. Julieta Cinco, said that she was happy to receive the cash In line with the interview, Cong. allowance as this is a great help for her family Bryan greatly expressed the beyond reason in availing food and medicines for her why his family kept on extending their help maintenance. to the Malabuenos.

“Well of course it’s our mandate to help people, ‘yan po ay talagang trabaho po natin talaga ay maglingkod po sa ating bayan and of course dapat po talaga nating mabayaran po dito sa malabon,” said Cong.

Bryan.

On the other hand, 70-year-old Ms. Divinia Santos expressed a heartfelt message to Mayor Sandoval and Senator Bong Revilla to continue extending their help to the indigent citizens of Malabon.

“Sana kahit papaano patuloy na masuportahan lalo sa katulad ko. Ako, hindi na makapag hanapbuhay, kaming mag-asawa puro kami hindi makalakad. Hirap na hirap kami kaya ang kailangan namin talaga ay suporta at tulong,” said Ms. Divinia.

The distribution of the cash assistance for the Malabuenos beneficiaries ended successfully as the coordinators from AICSDSWD and the Malabon Government harmoniously merged to ensure a safe and objective program.

The City Government also assures the citizens that this kind of program will circulate continuously to the localities of Malabon as they will also persist in working together with other institutions and government programs for the benefit of the 400 thousand Malabuenos.

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Eunice Jayawon, Arjohn Velasquez take home “Ginoo at Binibining Agham at Sining” crown

BY Danica Shane Soreño PHOTO BY Cefany Aira Alarde

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s. Eunice Jayawon of Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSSW) and Mr. Arjhon Vasquez of bac-

helor of Arts in Public Administration (BAPA) were hailed as the first-ever "Ginoo at Binibining Agham at Sining,” during the last day celebration of the College of Arts and Science (CAS) department week on Saturday, November 25.

The winners captured the fastidious hearts of the judges and the audiences as both of them made a remarkable first impression during their performance wearing detailed and intricate cultural attire.

Ms. Jayawon wore a blue modern filipiniana dress along with a very eyecatching traditional umbrella which completed her looks; while Mr. Velasquez wore a very different, yet outstanding black modern barong tagalog that made him stand out among the other male candidates and won the “Ginoong Best in Cultural Wear” award.

As the candidates reach the Question and Answer round of the competition, the score sheets automatically turn back to zero, and the list of winners will only be based on the total scores given by the judges during the said portion.

However, the new scoring didn't stop Ms. Jayawon and Mr. Velasquez as both of them had once again left the stage with remarkable answers that made the audiences and their supporters scream at the top of their lungs.

In an exclusive interview with Ms. Jayawon and Mr. Velasquez after the competition, they shared their objective preparations before the big night of the competition.

“Most of the time talaga pinaniniwalaan ko yong magagawa ko dahil dati na akong nabigo sa sarili ko at ngayon sabi ko babangon ako, papatunayan ko ang sarili ko na kung kaya ng iba kaya ko rin—hindi man ako ganon kagandahan tulad ng iba pero alam kong may sarili akong ganda at ayon ang pinakita ko ngayon,” said Ms. Jayawon.

“My next goal after this, for CMU, papatunayan ko ulit ang sarili ko pero not for myself na, for the whole department ng CAS and for the whole school natin na hindi lang ako hanggang CAS—kaya ko rin lumabas ng school,” she added.

On the other hand, Mr. Arjhon, who has been an advocate of Child's Rights since 2022, did not expect to win the crown.

“Actually, nag-expect lang po ako na marami ang sumusuporta sa akin at hindi po ako nagkamali doon—sobrang thankful ako kasi nakuha ko yong award na to, yong title.

Magagawa ko na yong platform ko which is the Child's Right—ngayon po, itutuloy ko dito sa CMU— kakayanin natin manalo para mas malawak ang maabot ng plataporma ko.”

Both of the newly hailed “Ginoo at Binibining Agham at Sining,” undeniably showcased an outstanding and remarkable performance during the competition that made them stand out among the other candidates, but there are still some candidates who also made an outstanding presentations that made them win the runner up spots and special awards.

1st Runner-Up title goes to Bachelor of Arts in Political Science (BAPS) representative, Ms. Daphne Czarina Roelle R. Dela Peña and Mr. Sean Eduard F. Suarez of Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration (BAPA) who also won the Best Sportswear and Ginoong Matikas Award.

The 2nd runner-up title and the best talent awards were both granted to Mr. Theodore James B. Javillo of Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Ms. Rio Desiree Agapito of BAPA. 3rd Runner-up title was occupied by both BAJ representatives namely Ms. Patricia May Tatel and Mr. Raphael Benedict Daguio who also won the Mr. Photogenic award.

Other awards such as the Best Sportswear and Ms. Photogenic were granted to Ms. Daniella Bade of BAPS and the Binibining Best Cultural Wear was given to Ms. Jashmin Joy Espino of BAPA. Finally, the newly hailed “Ginoo at Binibining Agham at Sining” was said to be the representative for the future CAS department activities including the possible search of Mr. and Ms. CMU in the upcoming foundation day.

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SPORTS

BEED Dominates CTE badminton tournament

BY John Clarence Tarposa PHOTO BY Cefany Aira M. Alarde

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achelor of Elementary (BEED) bets domina-

ted the College of Teacher Education Week badminton tournament held at the City of Malabon University quadrangle on November 18.

Ms. Daniella Ellyza D. Maca of BEED 2B and Mr. Rhujan Alcaria of BEED 4B both dominated the men's and women's divisions of the badminton tournament, starting from the preliminary competition up to the championship.

Ms. Maca built outstanding play momentum with play-byplay aced services and kill shots against her first competitor from English society; who wasn’t able to rally Maca’s services almost throughout the set, which eventually led to a 21-8 championship-tallied score.

The Math Society representative also failed to contest Maca’s play-by-play momentum, as she was also defeated with a clear score of 1021 due to her failure to receive and rally toward Maca’s smashes.

On the other hand, badminton coach, varsity, and Malabon Private Schools Athletic Association (MALPRISSA) 4th placer, Mr. Rhujan Alcaria, scored 21-14 against his first and last competitor for the men's division from English society.

In the early minutes of the game, Alcaria and his competitor performed a successful play-by-play exchange of long services and rallies with each other; however, as the birdie traveled back and forth, Alcaria unleashed surprise kill-shot tactics that secured the game scores for his court and greatly caught his opponent’s off guard.

During the end of the set, Alcaria unleashed a powerful smash toward his opponent’s court that resulted in his championship momentum against the representative of English society.

In an exclusive interview with Maca and Alcaria, both of them shared their winning preparations before the league.

“Matagal na rin po kasi akong naglalaro kaya hindi narin ako ganoon nahirapan to play,” said Ms. Maca.

“Saakin ang naging preparation ko ay ‘yung maagang pagtulog kasi totally, maaga kaming pinapunta kahapon then hindi kami nakapaglaro so nakapag pahinga kami ng maigi.

So pahinga, kain, tapos bawi ulit na sana kinabukasan maipanalo ‘yung game,” said Mr. Alcaria.

In line with the interview, winners of the said tournament also shared their sentiments and reactions after dominating the game sets against their competitors.

“Ang fulfilling niya po talaga kasi after years of playing ngayon ko lang naranasan mag-champion kaya masaya po ako ngayon at proud sa sarili ko.” sadi Ms. Maca.

“Masaya kasi nagbunga ‘yung practice ko ‘di ba, tsaka kasi alam niyo, ang paglalaro talaga ng badminton, nakaka boost ng confident yan kasi marami kang makikilala at magiging kaibigan.”

Said Mr. Alcaria.

“Ayun, masaya kasi may mga nakilala ako habang lumalaban tapos ako pa ‘yung nanalo,” he added.

Mr. Alcaria also expressed his message to aspiring badminton players who are also dreaming of taking home a championship trophy.

“Saakin, gaya nga kapag nagtuturo ako lagi kong sinasabi na gawin nila ‘yung best nila, lagi nilang higitan.” said Mr. Alcaria.

“Kapag naman nasa training sila, kung ano ‘yung tinuturo [sa] [kanila] dapat i-adapt nila hindi ‘yung gagawa sila ng sariling galaw nila kasi paano ka lalakas kung hindi ka marunong makinig sa mas marunong sayo,” he added.

Both of the winners were happy with their championship performances; however, they also shared their suggestions with the organizers of the tournaments, including their request to conduct the future badminton tournament indoors for more effective and quality game sets.

Ms. Maca and Mr. Alcaria were also grateful to the different academic organizations under the College of Teacher Education for conducting such a tournament that enables students under the said college to showcase their skills and talent in the badminton field.

After winning the CTE badminton tournament, the champions are now eyeing and waiting to compete in the possible university-wide badminton tournament as part of the yearly celebration of Foundation Day.

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BEED's volleyball championship journey

BY Dion Cedric Reducto PHOTO BY Cefany Aira Alarde

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The Ripple Publication

Unique stories the creates a big wave of truth

EDITORIAL BOARD

he Men's Division of Bachelor of Elementary Education

Before the said game, (BEED) spiked the ball towards the victory in a volleyball Castañeda shared that they saw tournament during the College of the EngSoc as a threat as they collaborate, communicate, and Teacher Education (CTE) Week. play inside the court excellently In their first game against Math Society, BEED won 2-0 As the group was threatened that advanced them to their next against EngSoc, he also said that game. they upgraded their play not only In the first set, the Math by offense or defense but also by Society had difficulties receiving communicating and empowering the powerful spike of BEED—it each member’s skills that led them led them to miscommunication to win the tournament. inside the court, service and technical errors.

During the second set, the spirit of the MathSoc dropped— BEED saw this as an opportunity to finally end the set by the score of 20-17.

As per the second spiker from BEED 2C, Reynald Castañeda, despite winning the first game, their team also thought of losing against MathSoc and had difficulties trying to make a play as they were unknowledgeable-about each other. He added that collaboration and uplifting each other’s spirit helped them to win the said game.

“Kapag nag-e-error sila, hindi ko sila tinatalakan or sinasabihan ng pang-down [na salita], ang ginagawa namin ng captain ball ay ina-approach sila.”

In their final battle, BEED won against the English Society by winning the 2 set out of 3, which made them snatched the championship in the said volleyball tournament.

In the first set of the game, BEED won with the score of 2522; Castañeda found the first set difficult as they were lacking in terms of offense even though they won the set due to communication and collaboration inside the court.

The game rapidly changed during second set of the game, as EngSoc got the momentum first and scored 25-12 and killed not only the play of BEED but also the spirit that led them to lose the set.

Finally, the third and final set, EngSoc's strategy was blocked by BEED as they got the momentum and spiked the ball towards the court of championship with the score of 15-7.

JOHN CLARENCE S. TARPOSA

Editor-in-Chief

DION CEDRIC T. REDUCTO

Associate Editor

MARY JANE DE JESUS

News Editor

PATRICIA MAY L. TATEL

Feature Editor

SOPHIA YEAZA CAWILI

Literary Editor

DANICA SHANE SOREÑO

Sports Editor

CEFANY AIRA M. ALARDE

Head Photojournalist

DOMINICK EDWARD MAPUA

Photojournalist

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FEATURE

CMU: A roof of love for felines

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BY Patricia May Tatel PHOTO BY Cefany Aira Alarde

et to know our university cats

The City of Malabon University is not only a home for students, staff, professors, and deans. It also serves as a sanctuary for our numerous feline friends. You can spot them in classrooms and hallways, walking on the staircase, eating in the student lounge, chilling inside the library, or sometimes even doing their catwalk on the ground during an event. All of them have different personalities and traits. Some act as good students who are occupied with listening to their professor’s discussion. But if there’s a model student, then there’s also the naughty ones who are not paying attention during the entire lecture. Others are like night shifters who sleep all day, taking a nap no matter where it is or how noisy their surroundings are. Some introverts hide when it’s crowded and are not interested in interacting with everyone. You will also notice cats who are acting like they are the supervisors. Roaming around, I was intrigued to observe all the happenings inside the university. But even if they are unique in their ways and come in different colors and sizes, what’s for sure is that they are all equally lovable little creatures.

How well they are taken care of?

A school like the City of Malabon University, just like any other school, focuses on transmitting knowledge to students to give them the information and skills they need to succeed in life. It also teaches social skills and provides a place where we can develop our character. But the question is, are the cats that are wandering inside the premises of schools safe from the students and staff? Are the cats, particularly at City of Malabon University, well taken care of? To have answers and explanations concerning these, a statement from some of the staff at CMU is needed. First, Zeny E. Santos, Property Custodian I, mentioned that not only the students but other professors as well are showing kindness to the cats. But most of the time, it’s the students who are showing care for them.

“Yung mga estudyante syempre natutuwa lalo na kapag cat lover, edi pinapakain nila diyan. Halos karamihan naman dito ng estudyante mahilig sa pusa kaya siguro dumami na rin yung pusa dito. Kasi parang nagtatawag na sila yung mga pusa ng iba pang pusa ganon na dito maraming nagpapakain, maraming pagkain dito.”

Zeny also added that she herself was not fond of cats before, not until recently, when she learned to love them.

“Ako di naman ako talaga malapit sa pusa dati. Kasi ang meron kami ay aso. Pero dito nagulat na lang kami dumami yung pusa sa loob ng school, makikita mo diyan nagpapalakad-lakad.

Hindi naman sila nananakit o ano. Mababait naman sila diyan tsaka kapag may tira akong pagkain bigay ko sa kanila diyan, pakainin ko sila. Mapapalapit ka din, mababait din kasi.”

She mentioned "Itim," the female black cat in CMU, to whom she’s giving extra attention. It is pregnant and will give birth anytime soon.

“Yang si Itim lagi yan inuuna ko pakainin kasi nga buntis ang laki na sobra ng tiyan. Lagi rin yan pumapasok dito sa loob. Naghahanap na rin yata ng papaanakan niya, kaya yata dumami pusa dito dahil diyan sa Itim na yan”.

With her statement, you can feel how important the safety of the cats is to Zeny. Not only her, Edison Martinez, GSD, also shared how some of the students and CMU staff are providing all the necessities for the cats. That includes food, water, food containers, neck collars, and, of course, lots of understanding and patience. Edison also shared how they ensure the school's cleanliness, both for the students and for the cats. ‘

“Kami trabaho naming masigurong hindi babaho dito sa school. Kasi diba maraming pusa, iihi yan o dudumi, kaya kami kailangan linisin namin yon agad kasi parte ng trabaho namin yon. Pero okay lang din kasi mabait naman yang mga pusa.

Natutuwa din yung mga estudyante sa kanila kaya maraming nagpapakain sa mga yan”.

Firmly, cats are safe and protected, the university is indeed a home for them.

Cats are women’s best friend Cats are dubbed "man's best friends," but we can also consider them solely "women’s best friends." According to an online article released by SHEKNOWS EDITORIAL, felines prefer females, and they tend to favor a woman’s companionship over a man. It is also based on a study released by the University of Vienna’s Konrad Lorenz Research Station and Department of Behavioral Biology. SHEKNOWS EDITORIAL shared five key reasons why cats tend to go for the lady of the house. According to it, females attract cats because they have:

1) Softer voice: just like children, cats respond better to a softer tone of voice. Females sound more soothing than males.

2) Feminine touch: our feline friends prefer gentle touch, and in general, women have softer, more delicate hands.

3) Motherly instincts: the most important of any pet’s needs is to be fed, which the woman of the house is most likely to do for the cat, according to Discovery News, so the person who feeds him is most likely the one who will win his affection.

4) Similar personality traits: cats and females have a lot of the same personality traits; they both like cleanliness and like to groom, and like any good BFF, a cat will choose his or her human comrade based on parallels and the ability to get along.

5) Higher interaction: according to Discovery News’ report on research on cat and human behavior, the number one reason a cat likes humans is that women tend to spend more time with cats, and the more attention they get from a person, the more likely they are to give the same amount of love right back.

For Engr. Baby Ruth Senaida, Vice President for Administration and Finance Office, we can consider them as our own best friend.

“Of course, they are like our best friend or companion natin. Tulad ng aso, malambing din sila. At ramdam nila kapag naaalagaan mo sila, ibinabalik nila yung love and pag-aalaga na ‘yon sa’yo. And tsaka hindi sila sobrang alagain, independent sila pero sobrang malambing talaga. Iyon ang napansin ko talaga sa mga pusa ko sa bahay”.

Engr. Senaida not only shared how cats can be a good best friend to us, and how it’ll be a good addition in your family, she also gave a message for those people whose abusing and hurting innocent animals.

“Sana kung di natin sila kayang pakainin, just ignore them, huwag nating saktan. Walang kalabanlaban ang mga hayop sa’tin. It makes me sad seeing them in a bad and pity condition. Kung hindi ka mahilig sa hayop, huwag mo na lang pansinin, that’s the least that you can do.”

And to cat owners, be a responsible owner.”

Cats are easy to love Indeed, it’s easy to fall in love with cats, and just like dogs, they can be your best friend. You just need to win their trust, and surely, they’ll love you enough. A best friend who’s willing to accompany you during your down moments and happy to be with you during your best days.

It's great to see how the City of Malabon University serves as a home to our feline best friends. A home where they can stay no matter what the weather is. A home where they can take a rest and eat. A home with people who accept them. Of course, a home where they are well treated and protected.

Our cats are well-loved, and that is because they are easy to love.

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Wheel of Fortune

BY John Clarence Tarposa

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n the busy streets of daily existence, where the continuous struggle for survival expresses itself as commodities revenue, one man's journey distinguishes him from the rest. Meet 41-year-old merchant Mr. Rogie Gelloagan, who uses his reliable sidecar to navigate downtown streets. He talks about the ups and Despite the difficulties of his trade, Rogie's fortitude downs of his life as a “mangangalakal,” or shines through. "Kuya ano ba 'yung nagdala sainyo, bakit niyo po piniling pasukin po 'yung pangangalakal?" I enquire about merchant, in this exclusive interview.

Rogie has been in the trade since his early adolescence, experiencing life's harsh realities head on. "Simula nung bata pa, ganun ako siguro ano ano 14 anyos," he recalls of the years he spent developing his skills as a merchant. However, the journey has not been simple, with incomes that swing unpredictably.

"Sa loob ng mga taon na 'yon kamusta naman po yung kita niyo?" I query, diving into his profession's financial rollercoaster.

"Minsan sapat minsan hindi, di naman gaano kalakihan yung kita ng pangangalakal," he says, underlining the economic uncertainty that comes with his occupation.

As we go deeper into the complexities of his daily routine, Rogie opens about the realities of capital and profit. "Magkano po 'yung puhunan niyo na inilalabas niyo? Magkano ang kinikikita?" I inquire, intrigued by the delicate balance required to make ends meet. "Ang puhunan ko ay 500 pesos at 500 pesos din ang kita ko," he adds, providing light on the small funds that circulate in his business.

However, the nature of his transaction is erratic. Rogie outlines the "Baldog" phenomenon, which occurs when an investment provides substantial profits at one time but not at subsequent times. "Depende, kasi minsan mas malaki pa yung kinikita, minsan mas malaki pa yung puhunan at maliit yung kita," he goes on to explain.

In the world of street vending, not all things are created equal. Some things offer huge returns, while others may barely cover the initial cost. "Ano po 'yung kalakal na kapag nakuha niyo eh sureball na po na malaki kung kikitain niyo?" I questioned, hoping to discover the commodities that ensure a profitable return.

"Isa na diyan yung Aircon, Refrigerator ayan yung mga sigurado na kikita ka kapag binili," Rogie goes on to clarify. His strategic approach entails dealing in high-value commodities such as machinery and generators, where the resale value insures a lucrative operation.

When the topic changes to the impact of the pandemic on his livelihood, Rogie offers an unusual viewpoint. "Sa pandemic kasi na nangyare, wala kasing nakakalabas kaya di kami nakakalabas," he goes on to say. Surprisingly, the shutdown leveled the playing field for street vendors, allowing them to continue their businesses.

the motivation behind his chosen course. His response is founded in survival: "Kahirapan, hirap ng buhay kasi kami, 'isang kahid isang tuka.'"

However, the issue of schooling persists. "Kapag binigyan ka ng pagkakataon na mag-aral, iiwan mo yung pangangalakal para makapag-aral?" I inquire, examining the delicate balance between wishes and reality. If given the opportunity, Rogie exhibits a strong desire to further his education.

Rogie's ambitions go beyond the limitations of his sidecar.

"Kuya ano po ba 'yung pangarap niyo bilang isang tao po? Eh bilang isang tatay po at haligi ng tahanan ano po 'yung pangarap niyo?" His response is heartfelt, emphasising the importance of a modest life filled with joy: "Bahay at lupa Masaya na ako kahit di na maraming pera basta kumain kami ng 3 beses sa isang araw okay na yun."

As our chat concludes, Rogie gives sound advice to fellow street vendors and a striking message to the younger version of himself. "Ang mensahe ko lang sa kanila, gawin lang nila yung best nila para sa pamilya nila," he tells me. When asked what he would tell his 14-year-old self, Rogie emphasized the significance of education and warned against ignoring the quest for knowledge.

In the realm of street vending, where each pedal pushes a family's wealth, Rogie Gelloagan's narrative is a monument to the steadfast spirit of individuals who navigate the treacherous terrain of life on wheels and fortune.

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Perya Robinson: A Carnival of Thrills and Traditions in Malabon City

BY Dominick Edward Mapua

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n the heart of Malabon City, a vibrant celebration of joy and tradition comes to life as Perya Robinson takes center stage.

This annual carnival, deeply rooted in the local culture, has become a cherished event, drawing both locals and visitors eager to experience the unique blend of thrills and heritage.

Perya Robinson traces its origins back decades, weaving through the tapestry of Malabon's cultural heritage. Originally a modest gathering of local amusements, it has evolved into a carnival that not only entertains but also serves as a living testament to the city's rich history.

One cannot talk about Perya Robinson without diving into the nostalgic games that have stood the test of time. From the exhilarating balloon darts to the classic Ferris wheels that offer panoramic views of the city, each attraction is a chapter in the story of Malabon's past and present.

Perya Robinson is not just about rides and games; it's a feast for the taste buds as well. The aroma of local street food wafts through the air, inviting attendees to indulge in Malabon's culinary delights. From the iconic pancit Malabon to the sweet concoctions of kakanin, the carnival offers a gastronomic journey that mirrors the city's diverse flavors.

Beyond the laughter and excitement, Perya Robinson has played a pivotal role in preserving local arts and crafts.

Artisans from Malabon showcase their talents, crafting intricate souvenirs that serve as mementos for those seeking a tangible piece of the carnival experience.

Perya Robinson transcends being a mere carnival; it is a symbol of community unity. Locals eagerly anticipate this annual event, as it provides a platform for neighbors to come together, share stories, and celebrate the unique identity of Malabon City.

As Perya Robinson continues to enchant both young and old, the future of this carnival appears bright. Local organizers are committed to preserving the tradition while introducing new elements to keep the celebration dynamic and relevant for generations to come.

Perya Robinson stands not only as a carnival but as a living testament to the spirit and identity of Malabon City.

As the lights illuminate the night sky and the sounds of laughter fill the air, it's evident that this annual celebration is more than just an event—it's a cherished part of Malabon's cultural tapestry.

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LITERARY Sunrise

By John Clarence Tarposa One dazzling morning, A nightingale is singing Dawn child is yawning

Bisikleta Ni Dion Cedric Reducto

Sobrang init! gusto ko na lamang tumakbo pauwi ng bahay. Napakabagal pa nitong bisikletang sinasakyan ko! Nasaan na ba kasi si Kuya?

Halos tatlumpung minuto na akong naghihintay rito sa labas ng paaralan ngunit wala pa rin akong nakikitang anino ng aking kapatid, ang tanging nakikita ko lamang ay ang mga matang nakatingin sa akin na tila hindi mawari kung ano ang nais sabihin.

Hindi ko na lamang ito pinansin at luminga-linga sa paligid at hinahanap ang taong kanina ko pa hinihintay sa nagkukumpulang nga estudyante.

Maya-maya ay may lumapit sa 'kin at untiunting itinutulak ang aking sinasakyang bisikleta nang malakas, halos mapahawak ako nang mahigpit sa hawakan nito at tila nanigas at hindi makagalaw ang aking mga binti.

Nang aking tingnan ang patutunguhan ng aking bisikleta, isang malaking puno ang aking babanggaan. Pumikit na lamang ako at hinihintay ang pagsalpak ng aking katawan dito at tumumba sa maputik na daan.

Mabilis na nangyari ang lahat, nakita ko na lamang ang aking bisikletang nakatumba habang umiikot ang gulong nito, at ang putik na bumahid sa puting uniporme ko.

Mangiyak-ngiyak akong pilit tumatayo habang iniinda ang sakit ng aking mga binti.

Kakaibang hiya ang bumalot sa aking katawan nang makita ang ibang estudyanteng nakatingin sa akin, ang iba ay tumatawa at ang iba'y nakikisimpatya.

Ang mga tumulak sa akin ay kinuha ang aking bisikleta at pinaglaruan ito na tila ba'y nakatutuwa itong sakyan.

Hindi na natiis ng aking mga luha na magunahang lumabas sa aking mga mata, mga luhang araw-araw na aking kasama, at mga luhang lumabas nang putulin ang aking dalawang paa.

Hindi na natiis ng aking mga luha na magunahang lumabas sa aking mga mata, mga luhang araw-araw na aking kasama, at mga luhang lumabas nang putulin ang aking dalawang paa.

Dumating ang guwardiya at agad na nagsipag-alisan ang mga ito. Agad akong gumapang papunta sa maputik na wheelchair, at itinayo ito na para bang hindi alintana and kahihiyan ng mga mga matang nakamasid.

Bakit ako pa? Lagi na lang bang ganito?

Dahil ba ako'y iba sa paningin nila?

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Friendless

In crowded rooms, I stand alone, Aching for connection, for a friend to call my own.

The world moves swiftly, people come and go, But in this emptiness, my heart feels the blow.

By Sophia Yeaza Cawili

In the shadows of solitude, I find myself, A soul adrift, longing for a friend’s wealth.

Friendless, I wander through life’s winding road, Yearning for companionship, a hand to hold.

Yet, in the depths of my solitude’s embrace, I find solace in the beauty of inner grace.

I learn to befriend myself, to cherish my own worth, To find strength and resilience in the face of dearth.

Oh, how I long for laughter shared in mirth, For conversations that transcend the bounds of earth.

To have someone who understands my deepest fears, And wipes away my lonely, silent tears..

Friendship, a tapestry woven with care, A bond that comforts, a love beyond compare.

But alas, I find myself in a barren land, No kindred spirits to reach out and understand.

For in the absence of external camaraderie, I discover the power of self-discovery.

I delve into passions, explore new realms, Nurture my soul, as my own friend at the helm.

But still, I dream of the day when fate will intertwine, Our paths crossed, a friendship so divine.

A kindred spirit, who’ll walk by my side, Through life’s highs and lows, together we’ll stride.

Though friendless now, I hold onto hope’s flame, Believing that someday, a friend will come, untamed.

Until then, I’ll embrace the solitude’s embrace, Knowing that within myself, I’ve found a sacred space.

“Beep! Beep!”

Ang Sabi Ng Dyip Ni Dion Cedric Reducto Hari ng kalsada kung tawagin Kahit ano’ng unos, kayang daungin Ngunit katulad ng isang hari sa isang kaharian May isang papalit, maghahari-harian

Sila ay pumunta ng kalsada Hindi upang mamasada Sila ay pumunta ng kalsada Upang may iparinig sa madla

“Beep! Beep!” ang sabi ng dyip Pasensya na kung medyo nakaiinip Sa laki, hindi kayang lumusot sa trapiko Sa liit, hindi kayang lumusot sa namumulitiko

"No to Jeepney Phase Out!" "No to Jeepney Phase Out!" Hindi daing ang init ng araw Ang tumatagaktak na pawis, ang emosyong umaapaw

Makamasa kung tawagin Dinarayo ng dayuhan upang usisain Ipinagmamalaki dahil pinoy ang may gawa Pero tila kapwa pinoy rin yata ang sisira

Tila mayruong nagbibingi-bingihan Hindi nakikita ang hirap ng mga nahihirapan Modernisasyon nga ba ang tugon sa problema?

O panibagong solusyon na pansamantala?

Isinasakay ang karamihan Ordinaryo, mayaman, o katamtaman Ang ingay ng busina noon ay masaya Ngunit ngayon ay may galit at pangamba

Dibuho ni Cefany Aira Alarde

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The World is Unfair

By Sophia Yeaza Cawili

In a world where dreams are shattered, And hopes are left tattered, Lies the truth that’s hard to bear, Indeed, my friend, the world is unfair.

In a world where dreams are shattered, And hopes are left tattered, Lies the truth that’s hard to bear, In distant lands where children weep, Their innocence stolen, buried deep, While others bask in fortune’s glow, The world’s uneven scales do show.

A mother toils from dawn till dusk, Her weary hands, her spirit crushed, Yet riches flow to those who hoard, Leaving her with little reward.

Injustice thrives, inequality reigns, Leaving hearts heavy with sorrows and pains, The privileged few, they hold the key, While the rest struggle to break free.

But amidst the darkness, a glimmer of light, A beacon of hope shining so bright, For in the hearts of those who care, A better world, we can all share.

Let’s stand together, hand in hand, To fight for justice, take a stand, For though the world may be unfair, Together, we can make it more just and rare.

So let’s strive for kindness, let’s spread love, And rise above the unfairness thereof, For in unity, we’ll find the way, To make this world a fairer place, each day.

Remember, my friend, though the world may be tough, We have the power to make it enough, With comp-cassion and empathy, let’s repair.

And create world that’s more just and fair.

Buslong laman ay karapatan Ni Cefany Aira Alarde Kasabay ng mga tao, dobleng oras ang hinahabol para maibulyaw ang demokratiko

kahit pag iwas sa balang pinipigilan ang sinimulan, ngunit mga dasal at kalinawan kung bakit hindi na nga sapat ang pawis at dugo ng mga nangangailangan.

hindi na sapat ang pag sigaw at pagtakbo, miski ang boteng tubig na nasa mala buslo ay 'tila naapaw sa 'raming hinaing ng mga estranghero.

Sa bigat nitong aking dala, ay pinili kong hindi ito indahin, karampot kumpara sa mga taong nais ang daan ay ibahin, maipaglaban ang karapatan at tagong takot ay lunukin mula sa mga matang nakatingin, pagbabanta at mga pag-aakalang binabayaran ang mga hangarin.

Mahina man ang sigaw, ngunit kasama ang mga yapak sa kung saan man tutungo ang pakikipaglaban, o pag-asang hinaharangan na ninanais ng kung sino man, hindi na lamang laman ng buslo ang tinig ng mga may karapatan, Dibuho ni Cefany Aira Alarde

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Sweet Nothing Ni Dominick Mapua

In the small town of Serenity Grove, where the sunsets painted the sky in hues of amber and rose, lived a young woman named Emma. Emma, with her flowing auburn hair and eyes that mirrored the deep blue of the town's lake, was known for her kindness and gentle nature.

One day, a charismatic stranger named Alex arrived in Serenity Grove. With a disarming smile and words that seemed to weave a spell, Alex quickly became the talk of the town. His charm radiated like the warmth of the morning sun, drawing people towards him like moths to a flame.

Emma, curious and open-hearted, found herself captivated by Alex's magnetic presence. He showered her with compliments, whispered sweet nothings, and lavished her with gifts that sparkled like stars in the night sky. It was as if Emma had stepped into a romantic fairy tale, and Alex was the charming prince.

With the support of her true friends, Emma began to untangle herself from the web of love bombing. It was a painful process, a journey of self-discovery and healing.

Serenity Grove, once entranced by the illusion, rallied around Emma, recognizing the importance of genuine connections over fleeting charms.

As the town healed from the spell of love bombing, Emma emerged stronger, wiser, and more resilient.

Serenity Grove learned a valuable lesson about the true nature of love — that it blooms in sincerity, withstands the tests of time, and is never found in the grandiosity of empty gestures.

And so, the small town carried on, its sunsets now witnessed by a community that valued the authenticity of love, forever guarding against the alluring whispers of love bombing that once cast a shadow over their serene existence.

As the days turned into weeks, Emma basked in the glow of Alex's attention. Yet, amidst the grand gestures and flowery words, there was a subtle undercurrent that whispered caution. Emma's friends noticed the whirlwind nature of the relationship, expressing concerns that were drowned out by the symphony of Alex's affection.

The town, enchanted by the spectacle of this love story, failed to see the cracks forming beneath the surface.

Emma, wrapped in the illusion of love bombing, was unaware that it was a storm disguised as a gentle breeze.

The town, enchanted by the spectacle of this love story, failed to see the cracks forming beneath the surface.

Emma, wrapped in the illusion of love bombing, was unaware that it was a storm disguised as a gentle breeze.

One fateful evening, as the sun dipped below the horizon, Alex's demeanor shifted. The once charming smiles turned into calculated glances, and the sweet words transformed into manipulative whispers. Emma felt the ground beneath her feet tremble as the love that once lifted her now threatened to suffocate.

In the quiet moments when the facade slipped away, Emma found herself questioning the authenticity of the love she had embraced so eagerly. The grand gestures now seemed like chains, and the sparkling gifts weighed heavy on her heart.

Dibuho ni Cefany Aira Alarde

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Memorya sa parke Ni Cefany Aira Alarde Ang lakas ng simoy ng hangin, parang kakaiba ito kumpara sa mga nakaraang taon na malapit na ang pasko. Napatingin ako sa aking orasan, mag-aalas singko na pala, ang tagal naman niya..

Payapang nakaupo lamang ako rito sa parke, hinihintay kung anong oras ba s'ya darating. Kanina pa ako rito, tila sisipunin na rin sa walang humpay kong pagbahing. Hindi ako maka-tawag o makapagbigay mensahe man lang dahil hindi pwede ang telepono rito sa loob.

Kakaiba ano? parkeng hindi pwede ang telepono. Siguro na rin upang masigurado na magbibigay ka ng atensyon at oras sa kung sino man ang makakasama mo.

"Ineng, kanina kapa ah. Darating pa ba ang hinihintay mo?"

Napatingin ako sa isang matandang babae na lumapit sa ’kin, maaaring taga linis siya rito dahil naka-uniporme at may dala pa siyang walis tingting.

"Ah opo, darating po 'yun. Anibersaryo po kasi namin kaya panigurado po na darating ang asawa ko." Nag usap na kami bago pa ako magtungo rito.

Pupunta siya.

Matagal kaming nagkatitigan ng babae, bakit tila may bakas sa kanyang mga mata ng pag-aalala o awa? Ngumiti naman ito at tumango, hindi na siya umimik pa at naglinis na lamang sa paligid ko.

Naghintay pa ako ng ilang oras hanggang sumapit ang alas siyete ng gabi, napangiti na lamang ako ng mapait. Baka abala sa trabaho? Baka naabutan sa trapiko?

"Ma'am, tara na po. Nilalamig na po kayo." Nilapitan ako ng isang babaeng nakaputing kasuotan at inalalayan ako patayo. Tulala akong napaisip.

"Ineng, kanina pa yan dito. Hinayaan ko nalang at baka magwala at umiyak ng walang humpay, katulad noon." Sambit ng babaeng taga linis sa nakahawak sa aking babae.

"Salamat po 'nay, nakakalungkot lang po na palagi parin po siyang nag aantay dito sa tuwing ikalimang araw ng Marso."

"Hindi mo siya masisisi iha, ikaw ba naman mawalan ng minamahal sa araw ng anibersaryo ninyo."

Umigting ang aking tenga tsaka nagsimulang rumagasa ang aking mga luha. Oo nga pala, hindi na siya darating sapagkat wala na siyang abilidad na dumating pa o magpakita man lang sa akin.

At hindi ito parke, hindi parke para sa mga gumagawa ng memorya. subalit parke ng mga hindi makaalis sa bangungot at mga alaala.

Walking Dead Ni Dion Cedric Reducto "Ngayong araw ng mga patay, hindi lang ang mga yumao ang dapat alalahanin, atin din bigyang pansin ang mga taong buhay pa ngunit patay na…"

"Ah Father, may tanong ho ako sa inyo tungkol po ro'n sa homily ninyo kanina sa misa" mababatid ang pagkagulat sa mukha ni Father Jojo.

Ha? May gano'n ba? Ano 'yon, zombie? Ang galing talagang magpatawa ni Father Jojo.

"Ano 'yon, Caloy?" Naglakad ito at umupo sa upuan na nakaharap sa altar.

"May tanong ako sa inyong mga anak ng Diyos, paano kung paupos na't nasa kritikal na kondisyon na ang kandila ninyo, para magpatuloy sa buhay?"

"Father, ano po 'yung ibig sabihin ng sinabi ninyo kanina? 'Yung "bigyang pansin ang mga taong buhay pa ngunit patay na" nakatingin lamang ito sa altar at tila buntong hininga lang ang sagot.

Tila walang nakaimik, ang lahat ay nanahimik, ang lahat ay nagiisip. Ang dating palabiro at masiyahing pari na nakilala ng mga tao ay iba sa nakikita ngayon, masiyado itong seryoso.

"Humayo kayo at ibalita ang mabuting salita ng Diyos…"

Nang matapos ang misa, agad akong lumapit kay Father Jojo upang magmano at itanong ang kanina pa na bumabagabag sa aking isipan.

"Hello po, Father! Mano po!"

"Ay Caloy! Ikaw pala 'yan! Kaawaan ka ng Diyos."

"Masiyado pang bata ang iyong isipan, Caloy. Baka hindi mo maintindihan, ngunit ipaliliwanag ko sa 'yo nang masinsinan" Sagot nito habang nakatingin pa rin sa altar.

"May mga taong buhay pa at patuloy na namumuhay sa mundong ibabaw ngunit hindi na itinuturing ang kanilang buhay na katulad ng buhay ng ibang buhay na tao. Namumuhay sila upang mabuhay, hindi para namnamin ang kasiyahan ng kanilang buhay…"

Page 18 "Po?????????? hindi ko po maintindihan, Father Jojo—" tumawa lang ito sa naging reaksyon ko.

"Niloloko naman po ninyo ako eh!" galit na tugon ko sa pagtawa nito.

Tunay nga na hindi lamang patay ang dapat alalahanin ngayon, kundi ang mga taong buhay pa ngunit unti-unting nilalamon ng dilim, mga taong nauubusan ng rason para mabuhay… …mga taong unti-unting namamatay.

"Gaya ng sabi ko, masiyado ka pang bata upang maintindihan ang mga sinabi ko. Oh siya, umuwi ka na at baka hinahanap ka na sa inyo" nakangiting sagot nito "Sige po, paalam po Father! Ingat po kayo!" nakangiting paalam ko rito "Mag-iingat ka rin, Caloy. Paalam…" tila hindi pangkaraniwan ang paalam nito ngunit hindi ko na lamang ito pinansin.

Naaalala ko pa ang araw na kami ay nag-usap ni Father bago nito tuluyang kitilin ang sariling buhay. Kung naintindihan ko lamang ang mga sinabi nito at nakita ang mga pahiwatig, sana ay napigilan ko itong mangyari.

Siya ay isang anak na nagbabalita ng salita ng Diyos ngunit tila ang panalangin at ang paghihirap nito ay hindi nadinig ng langit.

Dibuho ni Dion Cedric Reducto

Nasan si Carol Ni John Clarence Tarposa "Nasaan ang anak ko!"

"Ilabas niyo ang Caloy ko!"

Napako ako sa aking kinakatatayuan ng marinig ko ang usapusapan mula sa isang grupo ng mga kabataan;

Mga sigaw at hinagpis ni manang Tesa na bumalot sa hindi mawaring katahimikan sa malawak na kalye ng Tugatog.

"Hala! baka mamaya hinahalo nila sa semento 'yung mga nawawala," saad ng isang bata.

Habang binabagtas ko ang kahabaan ng Dr. Lacson St., ako ay napaisip, bakit tila dumarami na naman ang kaso ng mga nawawala rito sa aming lugar, mapabata man o matanda?

Bigla namang pumasok sa utak ko ang mga kumalat na kurokuro noon tungkol sa kontrobersyal na pagbuo ng San Juanico Bridge, kung saan ang katawan ng mga batang nawawala noon ay inihalo umano nila sa mga semento upang mas tumibay ang pundasyon ng tulay.

Bumalik ako sa aking ulirat ng marinig ko ang hikahos at tarantang sigaw ng aking ina habang palabas siya sa aming tahanan.

"Grabeng perwisyo na ang ginagawa ninyo sa amin! Hindi na makatwiran 'yang pamomolitika niyo sa lahat ng bagay!"

"Nay, bakit po? Ano'ng nangyayari?" Gulat at naguguluhang tanong ko sa aking ina "Halika, samahan mo ako. Hindi na 'to makatarungan!" Sabay hila sa akin ng aking ina papasok sa ginagawang sementeryo sa tawid ng aming barangay.

Noong nakaraang araw lang ay narinig ko rin ang kapitbahay namin na si ate Josie na galit na galit at hikahos sapagkat nawawala raw ang asawa nito.

Ang loko-loko pa nga ay baka raw sumakabilang apartment na ito sapagkat hindi na napapansin ni ate Josie.

Siya nga pala, ako si Andoy, call center agent at isa sa mga matagal ng residente dito sa barangay tugatog.

Habang papalapit ako sa aming tahanan, palakas nang palakas ang naririnig kong usap-usapan ng aking mga kapitbahay tungkol sa mga nawawala sa aming lugar.

Page 19 Habang hinihila ako ng aking ina papasok sa sementeryo ay binabalot ng katanungan at pagkagulo ang aking isipan kung ano ba talaga ang nangyayari.

Habang ako'y lunod parin sa katanungan, nagulat ako ng biglang huminto ang aking ina at galit na umiiyak habang nakatingin sa isang bakante at bukas na puntod sa aming harapan.

Sa kabila ng aking pagkagulat, pumukaw sa aking pansin ang sirang lapida sa tabi ng puntod, "Caroline B. Benesisto" basa ko rito, ito ay pangalan ng aking bunsong kapatid na pumanaw bago pa man makaaninag.

Napahinto ako sa aking nakita, tila ba biglang sinampal sa akin ang sagot sa mga katanungang kanina pa bumabagabag sa akin.

Malinaw na ngayon ang lahat, hindi mga buhay ang hinahanap ng aming mga kapitbahay at ng aking ina, kung hindi ang mga yumao nilang mahal sa buhay na nawawala dahil sa hindi makatarungan at maayos na renobasyon sa nasabing sementeryo.

Ngunit, nasaan nga ba sila?

Nasaan si Caloy?

Nasaan ang asawa ni ate Josie?

At higit sa lahat, Nasaan ang kapatid ko, nasaan na si Carol?

Dibuho ni John Clarence Tarposa

Bomba sa talampakan Ni Cefany Aira Alarde

Gulantang nakapikit, hindi nagawang umimik sa ingay na narinig, pagbalikwas at pagtakbo agad ang unang naisip-Hinawakan ang kamay niya, sinubukang makatakas sa 'tila limitadong kweba, iaabot na sana ang laruang bola, libangin ang kaisipan ng bata, sa ‘tila mundong abo nalamang ang nakikita, ngunit dagundong ng bakal na inabandona ang nag patigil sa nanginginig na mga paa, hindi lubusang mulat sa pagtakas sa gera, hindi na laruan ang hinahawakan, Pulang putik ang tumatalsik sa kamay at talampakan, 'tila hindi na mundo ang ginagalawan, kundi isang entablado ng mga pinaglalaban at agawan.

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