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While we try to teach our children all about life, our children teach us what life is all about. Perhaps, these cotton fruits (santols) he got by the river symbolizes his life being a child and the way how he’s enjoying it is much more evident. Photo by Jonathan Asibal (2021).
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MAY MAGAGAWA KA! KILOS KABATAAN: Sangguniang Kabataan of Ubaldo D. Laya conducts KKDAT seminar By Alden Baigan
Sangguniang Kabataan of T hebarangay Ubaldo D. Laya with Iligan City Police conducted an orientation last November 21, 2020, held at Barangay Hall, Purok Mabinati-on, Ubaldo D. Laya, Iligan City, headed by the Sangguniang Kabataan Chairperson Jhon Paul A. Boncales with SK Councilor Joshua Asibal the Committee Chairperson of Peace and Order of the barangay. The orientation aims to educate young people about the effects of terrorism and usage of illegal substances. The orientation “Kabataan Kontra Droga at Terorismo” (KKDAT) with a theme "May magagawa ka! Kilos Kabataan!" a movement to establish an active youth organization and to appoint youth officers to help develop the awareness of the young people of the barangay.
Graphic by SK Ubaldo D. Laya (2020)
The speakers who shared their knowledge and expertise about the illegal drugs and terrorism were by PCT. Neil Mark C. Quipanes the assistant Unit Chief, Traffic Enforcement Unit, PSSG. John Paul Sagrado the KKDAT Focal Person, Iligan City mobile Force Company, and PCTP. Rorye V. Tabuclin the station 4 Commander. The Kabataan Kontra droga at terorismo (KKDAT) official officers of barangay Ubaldo D. Laya; President Jason Mondares, Vice President Alexis Gemina, Secretary Cirilo Detalla, Treasurer Quennie Seruela, and Auditor Syreel Kate Aligno made an oath to
help and promote awareness regarding the said matter. “You can be the agent of change” PSSG. John Paul Sagrado the KKDAT Focal Person said in the orientation. The goal of Iligan City Police is to give awareness to every youth in every Barangay because the major target of this problem is the young people of our community. The curiosity and thrill they have can leave them open to abuse. Thus, being aware of the effects of using illicit drugs and engaging in terrorism can help them from suffering major consequences.
Filipinos love rice and it has always been part of our daily meal. Soda Enterprises imports the most high quality rice of famous brands in Mindanao. For orders and walk in customers, visit and contact them at: Youths from Ubaldo D Laya attending the Kabataan Kontra Droga At Terorismo seminar at the Ubaldo Laya Barangay Hall. Photo by SK Councilor Alahden Baigan (2020).
Address: Ubaldo D. Laya, Iliagn City, Lanao Del Norte Landline: +63 (63) 221 5048 or +63 (63) 221 5543
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UNITY IN THE FACE OF ADVERSITY: Barangay Ubaldo D. Laya Rekorida against CoVid 19 By James Mark del Rosario
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leaders of Kabataan from Barangay Ubaldo D. Laya took an action for Barangay Rekorida for Health and Safety Protocols on June 3, 2021 together with the Barangay Committee on Health Mrs. Gina A. Otic, BDRC Mr. Erik Toremocha, and Sangguniang
kabataan of barangay Ubaldo D. Laya committee on Health Mr. Alahden A. Baigan, DILG contract tracers, BPAT and barangay tanods. The goal of the activity is to inform the residents of barangay Ubaldo D. Laya about the health and safety protocols against the Covid 19 Virus which includes the proper way of wearing face mask and face shield and maintaining social distance. From more than four thousands of families from Barangay Ubaldo D. Laya, there were a total of 80 cases as of July 16, 2021 (3 active cases, 70 reco-
vered, and 7 confirmed deaths) from over 21 different puroks within Barangay Ubaldo D. Laya. Resident from Ubaldo D. Laya were also encouraged to get vaccinated during the Barangay Rekorida. But, some people expressed their fear in getting vaccinated due to what they have seen and read on the internet. Unity is a process as it needs some patience and trust among residents due to different perceptions, however, this might be the key to effectively flatten the curve and extinguish the virus.
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COMING TOGETHER IS A BEGINNING; KEEPING TOGETHER IS A PROGRESS; WORKING TOGETHER IS A SUCCESS. - Henry Ford
Barangay Kagawad and Tanods preparing for the Rekorida at the Ubaldo Laya Barangay Hall. Photo by SK Councilor Alahden Baigan (2021).
Community Pantry: Battling Hunger Together By Alden Baigan
Sangguniang Kabataan T heof Barangay Ubaldo D. Laya initiated a community pantry last April 19, 2021, inspired by Maginhawa community pantry. Tables with small repacked bags of rice, canned goods, fresh eggs, vegetables, etc. were placed on the roadsides. A “Hatag sumala sa imuhang makaya, pagkuha base sa imong panginahang lanon'' signage was placed alongside the pantry, this is to encourage everyone who are fortunate and privileged enough to share some of
their goods to the other constituents of the barangay who are less fortunate and to continue the community pantry, and to only get food according to their need. The community pantry is not a new idea, several community pantries have already been established as an easy and immediate response to hunger amidst this Covid19 pandemic, this movement works on a trust system and kind donors. The community pantry is not a new idea, several community pantries have already been established as an easy and immediate response to hunger amidst this Covid19 pandemic,
this movement works on a trust system and kind donors. Community pantries do not only exhibit generosity, respect, and trust, but they also demonstrate unity and gives hope to others.
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TATTOO: NOT A TABOO ANYMORE By Christine Otic Allen Areola during his tattooing session; the messages sent by body art are an individual's self-expression, but there are recurring motifs that can often tell you something about the wearer. Barbed wire can mean a stint in prison. A red rose is often a reflection of romance, and many more. Photo by Allen Areola (2020).
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ither used as a form of selfexpression or being a symbol of allegiance to spiritual traditions, tattoos have been around since time immemorial. It has been used for identification or even a mark of bravery in ancient times. However, as decades passed and times went by, societal beliefs have changed and even tattoos have been considered taboo by conservatives. People with tattoos are often put in a bad light and are immediately presumed as convicts, immoral, rebels, or worse, a threat. Allen Jhon C. Areola, a 21year-old tattoo artist from Ubaldo D. Laya, believes otherwise. He believes that tattoos are a form of art, self-expression, and a personal choice that should not be used in a derogatory manner against a person. As a child, he already had a great interest in art. He grew up being acquainted with different artists who use different art mediums including body tattoo.
Stricken with the hardships of life, Allen had to find a means of livelihood to support his family. He began his journey as a tattoo artist on April 2, 2018 with an encouraging remark from a friend, who was also a tattoo artist himself— “taas gyud kag maabot.” Though initially hesitant of the path he was about to take with the stereotypes accompanying tattoos, he knew it was an opportunity to pursue his passion while making a decent living. It is high time that the social stigma surrounding tattoos should be eradicated because while there are people who think that tattooing is an immoral practice, there are those who are like Allen whose passion had been held back for a long time all because of irrational judgements that society has imposed upon us.
choose what they desire and pursue their passion regardless of how society perceives it. After all, who you will become is not something that society decides; it is what you decide for yourself.
With Allen’s love and devotion to the craft of tattooing, he aspires to inspire other youth like him to Photo by Allen Areola (2020).
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Believe in yourself. You are braver than you think, more talented than you know, and capable of more than you imagine.” ― Roy T. Bennett, The Light in the Heart
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BEAUTY AMIDST CHAOS: A Wedding Decorator in Iligan City emphasizes how Simplified Wedding can be grand too during an outbreak By Maria Esperanza Inao
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n the onset of the Coronavirus, many aspects of event field especially the wedding
industry were greatly affected. Much like many couples who have gotten married during the pandemic, changed their plans from a grand wedding plan to more intimate and simple wedding plan which is more convenient. Recently, a known stylist and wedding decorator in Iligan City- Jancees Flower Event Styling and Floral Design, gives pride to the city after it was featured in Bride and Breakfast which is a magazine and a wedding resource that features the most stylish, gorgeous and magazine-worthy weddings in Metro Manila. Jancees Flower proves that even a simplified wedding can still be equally beautiful as a bigger wedding with 300 people. The idea of simplified wedding started when the mix of minimalist and rustic themes became the master piece of Jancees Flower Event Styling and Floral Design. This mixed theme catches the attention of some netizens and a lot of people shared the pictures and now became a trend. It's reasonable to say that any wedding in the near future will be different, whether it's allowed to take place on a smaller scale now or as you'd hoped later. Jancees Flower Event Styling and Floral Design provides one final piece of advice for any couple navigating this difficult time, no matter where they are in the planning process. "Your wedding will be feted and enjoyed to the hilt! Be prepared for that moment and make your plans for the best wedding ever!"
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When facing problems, remember that one season is never going to be the same in the next, you may fall, but you always have a choice to continue and have courage. For No storm could ever destroy a hefty heart.” -Jonathan Asibal Photos by Iligan Young Writer’s Guild- Lagantaw (2021).
A MULTITALENTED YOUTH IN THE MODERN DAY By Maria Esperanza Inao
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ife is a journey filled with significant things from the lessons you have learned from the mistakes and failures, heartaches because of pressure, celebration because of achievements, hardships and sacrifices the most terrifying thing for a multitalented person and lastly acceptance and rejections that will definitely lead individuals to their exact purpose in life. Life is a journey filled with significant things from the lessons you have learned from the mistakes and failures, heartaches because of pressure, celebration because of achievements, hardships and sacrifices the most terrifying thing for a multitalented person and lastly acceptance and rejections that will definitely lead individuals to their exact purpose in life. He once represented Iligan City in the Regional Press Conference in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon for the Radio Broadcasting Competition and gradually became a freelance host and does charcoal portrait commissions. Jonathan, as a productive member of the society competently manages his current affairs and his life-changing decisions leads him to be an example of a multitalented youth of modern day. The level of support society provides will determine on how far they will prove to us that their achievements will be the achievement of everyone because the true essence of being multitalented does not lie in fame or success but in what multitalented individuals have because of their amazing talents and the support that comes with it.
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“Prutas! Prutas mo diha!” Mao kini ang ginasinggit sa dalagang si Criezel matag adlaw sa iyang pamaligya og mga prutas sa merkado. Apan muingon ang uban nga “dili kuno worth it” pero pag mutilaw kamo’s presko og matam-is na mga prutas ni Criezel, di ba, mas lami pas chicken cordon ang imong malasahan. Photo by Jonathan Asibal (2021).
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THE HEALTHCARE ACUMEN: Are the Safety and Health Protocols being followed by the Youth?
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n this time of pandemic, youth forefronts the resiliency among global efforts since the year of its emergence. However, it is still quite a conundrum how the general foresee the efforts of our young leaders when it comes to youth engagements towards global health propagandas. Healthcare as the most essential commodity tripled its demand during the pandemic and its regulated distribution among individuals is the solution to attain sufficient medical care to everyone. Thus, the efficiency of imposing medical care to the global community must be upon the unified efforts of the general public and their grit to end this pandemic.
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Health Protocols were mandated and imposed to the general public as a preventive measure to avoid any contagion from the virus itself. In the Philippines, the modification of each local executive orders by “community quarantine classifications” were made to at least lessen the burden of the effect of the virus and replenish the things it lost while we are under such disruptive events. The global health community agrees that wearing proper protective coverings against the virus, disinfection, and social distancing must be the minimum global preventive measure imposed on the public.
and health protocols which increases the rate of its transmission due to crowd exposure. The World Health Organization mentioned the importance of the “1 meter-rule” on social distance but it seems to be not applicable to the general, especially to youths. They must encourage their peers by at least informing them the importance of such protocols or to invite them to some youth action campaigns against Covid-19. Regardless of age, we must follow such minimum health protocols not just to protect ourselves but also the general health. To galvanize the hearts and minds of people regardless of anything that describes us, following safety and health protocols at its maximum extent will help us end this invisible war from the day it baffles our lives from its emergence.
For years of facing this invisible enemy, youth cohesion to global health efforts against Covid-19 virus obtained credits from several governmental and nongovernmental global health organizations. Youth initiatives were evident among local projects by young local leaders who really had distinguished the problems fostering around their local areas. Although, it is still a challenge From webinar series to limited face to face interactions to continue their to youth leaders to edify their peers advocacies, distribution of to have the constancy to follow essentials, and information drive minimum health protocols such concludes how indeed our youths proper wearing of protective become essential in making the coverings and social distancing lives of our communities at ease in which are blatantly not followed by With COVID-19, we’ve these pressing times. Additionally, most of the youths. In Iligan City, made it to the life raft. the ubiquitous influence of youths as one of the vulnerable Dry land is far away” sectors against the virus can still be technology raises the engagement said Marc Lipsitch, of the youth when it comes to found in public places (parks, epidemiologist, in March. information literacy that informs the malls, and etc.) not following safety public of the present day situations. ItKINAADMAN___________________________________________________________________________________________ also raises the knowledge of 13 youths about the virus, its variants,
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Vaccines save millions of lives each year. According to UNICEF, the development of safe and effective COVID19 vaccines is a huge step forward in our global effort to end the pandemic and to get back to doing more of the things we enjoy with the people we love. The COVID-19 pandemic has seriously impacted the lives of children and young people, and the immunization process will be an important step towards recovery. It means getting all children back to learning in classrooms and ensuring safe and full access to
vital protection and health services, including routine vaccinations. In the face of it, COVID-19 vaccines offer hope, and as vaccines continue to be available, we must remember that preventive measures such as physical distancing, masks, and hand hygiene should continue after vaccination (UNICEF, 2021).
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THE MALADY OF FREE WILL F
ree Will embraces the reality of freedom and democracy. We liberate ourselves by choosing which we think suits either on things we feel is right or what came out from other people’s perspective. However, free will affects the way we choose to live. In this time of pandemic, the issue of imposing vaccination as mandatory emerges after its production.
For the past 2 years since the emergence of Novel Coronavirus 2019, battling invisible is still quite a struggle to the general up to the present time. All aspects of lifaqe regardless of age, status, etc. was vastly disrupted due to many lacking factors that made the virus stay for years. The exacerbating statistics of people who are under the contagion is evident upon the conversion of the line curve to a continuing vertical graph of the number of deaths and individuals suffering from Covid-19. Due to the evolving variants of the Coronavirus, it made it harder for health professionals to seek a cure for this pandemic. the the
The emergence of a vaccine for this virus doesn’t give a hundred-percent assurance to the general public for its effectiveness. With different efficacy rates, company reputation and integrity, and occurrence of side effects on the vaccine, it raises controversies that make some people become hesitant to be vaccinated. Officials from the Department of Health of the Republic of the Philippines plan on vaccinating 25 million of Filipinos every year after receiving millions of doses donated from different countries is on its milestone on achieving its goal of vaccinating 100 million of Filipinos by 2023.
However, several groups of individuals and communities are still doubtful about the goal since “most Filipinos are still not erudite how the vaccine works against the virus”. Though, it still depends on the will of a single person to be vaccinated in the Philippines.
Maligned statements from unreliable sources create misapprehension about how the vaccine works. On the other hand, the increasing false information posted on social media platforms became one of the factors why people are scared to get vaccinated. Added to that, the involvement of fictional “apocalyptic zombie scares” that circulates online made people become victims of fake news. As long as this type of misinformation continues, mandating vaccination among the general public will be just near to impossible. Program platforms must be imposed to create an information drive to educate people how important it is to get vaccinated.
The freewill to get vaccinated will start if there are no mishaps on how people are well informed. A mandatory order especially on vaccinating millions of people must be studied first and must consider the general conditions before any impositions. Vaccines integrity will still depend on how the media brought comfort and assurance to the general public. The issues of our freewill being the malady of our ability to choose which is right and just is a self-reflective thought. Thus, it is not our freewill that compensates for general health but it is the quality of information brought to us by the well informed ones.
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Vaccines save lives. Ask, don’t assume. Trust the facts.” -UNICEF (2021)
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A TIME TO VOTE WISELY: A Vote for the right candidate, is a Youth’s greatest investment “The youth is the hope for our future” a timeless quote said by our national hero, Dr. Jose P. Rizal. Now, how could the youth be the hope for our future without inclusive political participation?
When there are obstacles to participating in formal and institutionalized political processes, young people can rapidly feel disempowered. Many tend to believe that their voices are not going to be heard and that they will not be taken seriously even if they are heard. The problem becomes circular as politicians may lose interest in responding to the aspirations of young people if they cannot win their votes. This in return leads to young people being increasingly excluded from taking part in decision-making, in debates about key socio-economic and political issues despite their sensitivity to the demands for social equity and justice, environmental protection and cultural diversity.
According to recent data, voting mass are more likely to vote for a politician with a strong moral character. Voters want to know how a future official will interact with and serve the community. One who will establish livelihood initiatives, provide disaster relief, or award scholarships to poor kids. Voters should prioritize a candidate's platform over personality and popularity. Their political platforms should address current societal issues, such as challenges with the legal system, unemployment, access to education, equal rights, domestic abuse, and so on. But how would this be possible if the youth are too lazy to even register themselves to vote?
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“The Philippines today has the largest generation of young people in its history. Thirty (30) million young people between ages of 10-24 account for 28 percent of the Philippine population” United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA).
As a democratic country, the Filipinos have the power to elect the appropriate leaders. Political contenders do everything they can to charm the masses until they gain their support. Youth’s participation in the upcoming election is a way of exercising their rights to express their ideas and feelings to whom they think are deserving to become leaders and rule over them.
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However, only from the ages of 18-24 can register and vote. Looking at the breakdown by age range of youth registered voters per the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) figures with regard to the population according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) by the year 2019, in the age range of 18-19, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) numbers shows a population of 10,203,900 individuals. There are, according to the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) 2,349,118 registered voters in this age group while the age range of 20-24 has a population of 9,292,500 individuals with 8,768, 702 of registered voters.
Imagine the impact of youth voters in the upcoming election, this will enhance their decision making and at the same time having a healthy democracy among citizens. Voter registration is up until the end of September 2021 but has been temporarily put on hold in some areas in the Philippines due to reimposition of enhanced community quarantines due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) has not yet decided the system of voting in the upcoming elections due to the health and safety protocols such as social distancing and the possibility of the election being postponed. However some countries used “Internet voting online” such as Australia and Brazil to avoid disregarding the health and safety protocols however it is still very risky in security against malicious hackers.
The inclusive participation of the youth in the upcoming election is a very crucial thing to discuss given that the election is not just electing candidates, rather it is an investment for the future and holds the key for what the future may bring. The youth in the society serves as the foundation for the next generations. It is also a way to prevent ignorance for the youth to the latest issues happening in the society and majority of those are involved in politics. Those leaders and the people who are in authority must be a good example for the aspiring future youth leaders. Illustration by Joshua Boncales (2021).
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Esports: The Future of Philippine Sports? By Cirilo Detalla
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Electronic sports is the future of Philippine sports. The exacerbating number of users throughout the country depicts how Filipinos are fond of playing online games. Photo by Mark Decile (2020) | unsplash.com
he Philippines Sports consist of different physical related activities with or without the use of different tools. From years of its vitality as a part of one’s culture, lives, and status, sports evolved from different forms. Sports on a worldwide scope adapts with the social activities as it goes through with how people live day by day. On the other hand, the definition of physical sports limits the potential of some individuals to pursue their passion. With the help of technology, e-sports emerged. The rise of electronic sports gave light to people who are not really into physical sports and opened
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According to Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League Philippines (MPL PH), Blacklist International took the crown in Season 7 after a hyped finals versus Execration, who eventually won the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Southeast Asia Cup 2021. Photo by MPL PH (2020).
doors for them to a new world which happened to give birth to different gamers. The emergence of e-sports originated from the late 1971 where a digital game was played by students by students. Its idea became prominent among different ages and its inclusivity despite the differences helped people unite and interact online. Though, at some points, different advantages and disadvantages were evident among gamers who are more engaged in such sports. Sports is a healthy way of nurturing one’s holistic health, but doing it without moderation may lead to the destruction of one person’s well-being.
In Iligan City, e-sports is not new to everybody, especially to the youths. From the infamous DOTA up to some latest trends of games such MLBB and COD, varieties of online gamers within the city emerges and unites each other for a tournament. These tournaments turned into localized teams that made them compete for national and worldwide tournaments. Addictive, yet the price gathered by these tournaments can change a person’s life. However, Harvard Medical School concluded how these increasing numbers of people who are experiencing insomnia, sleep deprivation, eye damage, hallucinations, and malnourishment were also linked to the excessive time spent on to
the excessive time spent on playing online games. Defining “too much”, this phrase can only mean addiction which is not healthy at all. But let’s face it! Electronic sports is the future of Philippine sports. The exacerbating number of users throughout the country depicts how Filipinos are fond of playing online games. All in all, it is indeed undeniable how electronic gaming became a sport for its large scope of activities. Its contribution to the economic and social development of its users can help transform a country, based on our virtual reality. Ideas from its creation proved that from a perspective, we can choose and create our own world.
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“Gambit Esports” triumphs in barangay-based Mobile Legends Tournament By Alahden Baigan Esports G ambit triumphs on barangaybased Mobile Legends (MLBB) Tournament and sweeps off Exodus, 2-1. The tournament was part of the initiatives of the Sangguniang Kabataan and Barangay Council in line with the 28th year celebration of Ubaldo D. Laya on July 27, 2021. The officers initiated different contests for the youths of Ubaldo such as; Tiktok “Panalo”, Slogan and Poster Making Contest, and MLBB Tournament, with the implementation of all safety
and health protocols. Gambit Esports, headed by its team captain Kim Baulete and its team paved the way and bagged the title of the event. Followed by OSD as 2nd runner up, New Born cops the 3rd spot, and Bansiwag claims the 4th spot. “The winning team of this event shall represent the barangay for the upcoming Linggo ng Kabataan (LNK) 2021 MLBB Tournament” said SK Chairman John Paul Boncales as the SK Council is preparing its participants for the LNK events this year.
The tournament became the highlight of the event since it is the first ever Esports tournament conduc-ted in Ubaldo this year. Moreover, the celebration would not be possible with-out the local establishments of Ubaldo and the LGU’s who sponsored the event.
Major Sponsors of the Event Seals from: Office of Councilor Capangpangan, Sangguniang Panlungsod of Iligan, & HORP Congressman Siao
Gambet Esports bags the title in the barangaybased MLBB Tournament, sponsored by the 0 LGU and local establishments of Ubaldo D. Laya. Photo & graphic by Gambet Esports and SK Ubaldo Laya (2021).
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The Battle of the Guilds: Barangay Ubaldo cops 2nd place in the LNK MLBB Tournament 2020 By Alahden Baigan Shot Down (OSD) O neof barangay Ubaldo D. Laya cops 2nd place in the Mobile Legends (MLBB) Tournament during the Linggo ng Kabataan celebration on August, 2020. The tournament was aired live on Facebook by Iligan Esports and facilitated by the Sangguniang Kabataan Federation of Iligan and the City Youth Affairs. During the elimination rounds, OSD already showed their stance, perseverance, and eagerness to bring home the title.
When the BIG FOURSemi Finals came, OSD’s goal was to bring down the team from barangay Tipanoy, but the game favored OSD and swept the opponent off the game, 2-0. Barangay Tambacan on the other hand, also defeated the team from barangay Luinab. Apparently, Tambacan’s strong teamwork push them to their limits and bagged the championship title of the event. Although OSD failed to claim the title, everyone on the team gave their best to get through the finals and achieved the 2nd spot of the tournament.
“Talent wins games, but teamwork wins championship” said Fitz Patrick Alino (OSD team member) after winning the award from the said competition. “Failure doesn’t mean game over, it means try again with experience “–Kim Baulete team captain of MINA quoted, motivating his teammates on joining another season of LNK Mobile legend competitions. OSD also left a historic win against Barangay Hinaplanon’s team with a score of 3-4 for the 2nd place in the final qualifiers category.
OSD showed camaraderie and sportsmanship among their opposing teams and most of all, enjoyed the 2020 MLBB Tournament despite the threat of the pandemic. Photo by OSD, graphics by Iligan Esports & SK Federation Iligan (2020).
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“Everybody wants to be famous, but nobody wants to do the work. I live by that. You grind hard so you can play hard. At the end of the day, you put all the work in, and eventually it’ll pay off. It could be in a year, it could be in 30 years. Eventually, your hard work will pay off.” — Kevin Hart Photo by Donnie Grace Branzuela | taken at Iligan City on August, 2021
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Hangtod may kinabuhi. Hangtod may kusog. Naa pay plano ang Ginoo para sa imoha. Busa pagpa kabuhi, kita mag pahiubos og magpa ilob, kay dili kita tanan ang busog, nay balay, og hayahay ang kinabuhi, Photo by Jonathan Asibal (2021).
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Peace begins with a smile, but for Gandhi; “If we are to teach real peace in this world, and if we are to carry on a real war against war, we shall have to begin with the children.” Photo by Jonathan Asibal (2021).
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