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TRIBUNE TIMES FRIDAY,NOVEMBER 24, 2023 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2023

NEWS WRITNG

MAPEH competition On the vibrant morning of December 6, 2023, Aliaga National

High School buzzed with anticipation as students geared up for the eagerly awaited school-based competition. Spanning various genres within the MAPEH curriculum across all grade levels, the event promised a showcase of talent and creativity.

MAPEH teacher Lester Peralta shared insights into the students’ dedicated preparation. Recognizing the significance of the impending competition, teachers like Kim Sordan, Carlo Villarial, and Emerlita Pascual generously allocated class hours for students to hone their skills and perfect their performances. As the school community united in spirited preparation, the stage was set for a day that would not only celebrate artistic prowess but also foster a sense of camaraderie among the talented participants.

2023 School Based Press The school-based competition Conference Competition press conference is set to take place at Aliaga National High School on November 24, 2023.

This event welcomes participation from students across all grade levels, offering a diverse range of opportunities for involvement.

The competition spans various categories, catering to individuals with interests in Photo Journalism, For those eager to showcase their skills and passion in journalism, column writing, editorial writing, sports writing, feature writing, news writing, science and health writing, copyreading and headline writing, radio

broadcasting and script writing, as well as collaborative desktop publishing and online publishing. this comprehensive competition provides a platform to explore and excel in a multitude of fields.

Whether capturing captivating moments through Photo Journalism, expressing insightful perspectives in editorial writing, or immersing themselves in the dynamic world of radio broadcasting, the Aliaga National High School competition promises an enriching experience for all participants.

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NEWS WRITNG

JOINT US-PHILIPPINE MILITARY OPERATIONS STRENGTHEN REGIONAL SECURITY

In a strategic move, the US military’s Poseidon landed at Clark Air Base, marking the commencement of joint operations with the Philippines. Five US planes shifted from Mindanao to the West Philippine Sea, forming a robust alliance with the CNF Philippine and allies engaged in air patrol.

Equipped with state-of-the-art radars and cameras, the joint maritime cooperative activity (MCA) set sail, accompanied by three Philippine Navy vessels, two Philippine Air Force FA-50PH, and one Super Tucano.

Lieutenant Commander Time Cline, U.S. Navy mission commander, emphasized, “This presents a significant opportunity to showcase our commitment to cooperation and strengthening partnerships for regional safety and security.” Despite surveillance from Chinese ships and planes, the Poseidon crew emphasizes their commitment to avoiding escalation.

Stay tuned for further developments on this collaborative effort aimed at enhancing stability in the region.

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EDITORIAL Technology is one of the greatest inventions of humankind. It is the tool that we all use to shape our minds and make our lives easier. Technology is one of the most valuable tools that we can use with our finger tips.

You can do anything virtually if you have this so-called technology.

As we look around us, we can see a lot of advantages to using this technology.

Technology can provide us with the information that we need. Every individual had a device with their hand and their head bowed all the time.

The usage of technology can really help humanity to make lives easier because, with it, we can work through our phones. With technology, we can have intelligence, confidence, and hope.

Technology has proven to be helpful in various fields, whether it be education or infrastructure. Online classes help children learn things while sitting comfortably at home during a curfew or some illness. Educational games help to create competitive skills within them, which allows them to compete in the real world.

We all can say that technology is overtaking our planet because we have those devices that, even if we are at home, we can still do our work. Technology has overtaken the role of humans because now we have driverless cars and, through our phones, we can order such things that can make us easily live.

Even if we have advantages, we also have disadvantages. Technology can wipe out people’s jobs. Writing is an art, but technology has taken people’s minds away from it. Standard English is not used while chatting on the phone. Instead, children are seen using abusive and slang language, which can cause damage to their thinking. Technology can make some people have negative thoughts about others. It is seen that if we overuse technology, it can destroy our use and overtake our role on this planet.

It is seen that technology has its pros as well as cons. It only depends on how people use it in their lives. If used judiciously, it’s a boon or else a bane.

We all can say that technology is overtaking our planet because we have those devices that, even if we are at home, we can still do our work. Technology has overtaken the role of humans because now we have driverless cars and, through our phones, we can order such things that can make us easily live.

Even if we have advantages, we also have disadvantages. Technology can wipe out people’s jobs. Writing is an art, but technology has taken people’s minds away from it. Standard English is not used while chatting on the phone. Instead, children are seen using abusive and slang language, which can cause damage to their thinking. Technology can make some people have negative thoughts about others. It is seen that if we overuse technology, it can destroy our use and overtake our role on this planet.

It is seen that technology has its pros as well as cons. It only depends on how people use it in their

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SHOULD TRAN’S WOMEN HAVE A VOICE IN TELEVISED BEAUTY PAGEANTS?

In present-day society, Tran’s women are gaining representation across various media plat-

forms. People seem to have become accepting of this trend, as well as of these individuals’ gender identity. Yet in 2018, there was tremendous flak on social networking sites when Miss Spain Angela Ponce competed as the first openly Tran’s woman contestant in Miss Universe.

The public at large, which includes some members of the LGBTQ+ community, thinks that the contests should only be open to “inevitably formed” females and that Tran’s women should only compete in their own trans-specific beauty pageants, like the nation’s Miss International Queen. With the growing number of transgender people, many say that they have been trampled on by Tran’s people who say that they are not really women, but in the view of others, they allow Tran’s women to participate in women’s pageant competitions.

There is an inverse relationship between acknowledging transgenderism and opposing Tran’s women participating in pageants such as Miss Universe. People imply that they are not “actual” women” at all when they accept their gender identity while barring them from cisgender spaces. We can say that we really have a difference between a Tran’s person and a woman, so why should we allow Tran’s people to participate in the competition? Many people are willing, and it is okay for them to join the contest, but many are also unwilling to participate because they Becoming portrayed in broadcast beauty pageants can encourage acceptance of these Tran’s women’s identities, as they are gender minorities who have long been marginalized and neglected in the media. The public’s education about Tran’s women, the redress of their discrimination, and the guarantee that they receive equal treatment and the highest respect can all be greatly aided by an accurate portrayal of Tran’s women in broadcast beauty contests.

Being portrayed in televised beauty pageants can help Tran’s women feel more comfortable with who they are as gender minorities who have historically been marginalized and underrepresented in the media. Therefore, the representation of transgender women in televised beauty pageants

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“MATATAG” CURRICULUM Two years in the making according to the Department of Education, has been “decongested” by 70 percent to focus on the basic competencies where young Filipinos have shown weakness: reading comprehension, science and mathematics.As for the meaning of “Matatag,” here it is, according to the government: “MAke the curriculum relevant to produce job-ready, active and responsible citizens; TAke steps to accelerate the delivery of basic education services and provision facilities; TAke good care of learners by promoting learner well-being, inclusiveness learning and positive learning environment; and Give support for teachers to teach better.”

The matatag curriculum was proposed by President Ferdinand Marcos because he wants to improve the english comprehension of the Filipinos. It’s for students who’re in a lower grade to improve their intelligence at a young age. In this curriculum, Marco’s wanted to revive the old tools for learning. It is because he wanted the children’s interest in reading. The government has launched a revised K–12 curriculum, which includes tweaking the use of the mother tongue as a medium of instruction.

This curriculum was created because adults see that kids are now addicted to social media, where their ideas are created or expressed in short phrases and abbreviated words. We’ve had 10 years of the K–12 curriculum before the latest tweak. For the sake of the next generation, let’s hope the latest changes will work to address the learning weaknesses.

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SPORTS

CREAMLINE VS NXLED

The women’s volleyball match that happened yes-

terday, crramline vs. nxsled, highlighted by the score of 2-1. The server is Lia Pelaga. They play the rally in a difficult way. They dig the ball in a difficult way. They try to counter the NXSLED. They counter it too by the spike of Victoria received

by Allysa Valdes. They try to counter Victoria by Galanza, but still manage to counter Victoria. That block in that set the score to all 2, and now Victoria is the server of NXSLED in the score of 4-5.

The attack points of Creamline are 2 and NXSLED is 4. In the score of 6-10 in favor of NXSLED, the server is MG GUMABAO of Creamline. The ball is easily received by NXSLED and back the ball to CREAMLINE, and they counter it to have a chance to win. Another spike from Creamline is received by NXSLRD and easily brings the ball back to another court, and the opposite spiker tries to score again, but suddenly NXSLED manages to block it again down to the court of Creamline.

The creamline changed the score and set creamline to win by 2 sets, and in the final set, the match point was 24-21 in favor of the creamline, and the game ended in a 3-0 set. The back-to-back winner is creamline.

ATENEO VS ADU BASKETBALL MATCH UP The first quatter matchup of Ateneo vs.

ADU that happened on November 22, 2023, in the MALL OF ASIA ARENA is the season 86 men’s basketball tournament. Jared Brown got 20 points, 4rebounds, and 4 assists, and ATENEO won by a final score of 70-45.

ATENEO has a cooperative play in the first few minutes, scoring 8 straight points.

In exactly 2:03 minutes, the score is 2013 in the favor of Ateneo. Jared Brown The ADU has a difficult fight against Ateneo. The number 23 of Ateneo gave a nice assist to Jared Brown, which is why they still keep winning in the first quarter.Agood team like Ateneo has a connection to each other.

In the 2nd quarter, the score is still 38-24 in favor of ATENEO, and in the 3rd quarter, the score is 54-39 in favor of ATENEO. The ADU cannot keep up with the score of Ateneo. In the last quarter, Ateneo gave all they got, and the final score is 70-45. The winner is going to the next round.

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FEATURE THE CHILDHOOD MEMORY THAT EMBODIES MY PERSONALITY

The childhood memory that embodies my personality Growing up on an insufficient farm, myself had a lot of experiences trying new things and discovered the importance of farming. I also dreamed of helping others. The memories that shaped and reinforced me as a child were formed by a multitude of circumstances that occurred during my youth. The memory that will always stay with me, strengthening and enlightening me about the farming world that the younger version of myself learns about.

Despite how much I experience as I become more mature, I will always remember my upbringing on the simple farm. This youngster learnt how to be genuine me from the lessons I learned as a small child, the difficulties I encountered, and the unexpected occurrences that happened.

MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS

The Philippine Council for Mental Health

(PCMH) Strategic Framework was released by the Department of Health (DOH) and the World Health Organization (WHO) with the intention of addressing mental health issues and enhancing wellbeing. The plan involves working with government agencies and stakeholders to improve substance abuse treatment, lower vulnerability to mental health issues, and reduce premature mortality. It is in line with the Health Sector’s 8-Point Action Agenda.

Teodoro J. Herbosa, the health secretary, expressed confidence in the ability of partner agencies working under PCMH and WHO guidelines to address mental health issues. The program emphasizes the fundamental right to mental health of Filipinos and is funded by the WHO Special Initiative for Mental Health. It entails the establishment of the Mental Health Internal Review Board, the strengthening of patient pathways, the application of policies, and media education for ethical reporting.

Since the enactment of the Mental Health Act in 2018, the Philippines has expanded mental health services, trained personnel, and emphasized equity and resilience. The event showcased collaborative efforts across government agencies, educational institutions, and private establishments, reinforcing mental health measures in workplaces and schools. The expansion of the PhilHealth Mental Health Benefit Package, which provides outpatient services, marked

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CHRISTMAS IN THE PHILIPPINES In a festive kickoff, the Philippines has offi-

cially begun its countdown to Christmas with vibrant preparations and nationwide celebrations. As the world observes, the country gears up for what is renowned as the world’s longest Christmas season, featuring iconic parol lanterns, Christmas trees, belens, twinkling lights, and traditional activities such as the anticipated Simbang Gabi, a series of nine dawn masses leading up to Christmas.

With just 31 days left until the much-anticipated celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, the Filipino people, known for their warm hospitality and strong sense of community, are coming together to mark this significant occasion.

The nation is not only adorned with festive decorations but is also abuzz with the unique and heartwarming tradition of Simbang Gabi, adding a spiritual dimension to the celebrations.The entire country is immersed in a visual spectacle, creating a truly magical atmosphere filled with joy and anticipation. The Philippines stands out on the global stage, showcasing a cultural richness that includes both the secular and spiritual aspects of the holiday season. As the countdown continues, the stage is set for a month-long celebration, promising a festive season characterized by joy, unity, and the spirit of giving.