Features Archives – Page 20 of 25

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Rising from the ashes of the charcoal grill

Posted on 20 August 201420 August 2014
byTinig ng Plaridel

Initially called Green House because of the surrounding flora, the University of the Philippines’s beloved Beach House started out in 1986 as a humble food shack in front of the Main Library. The kiosk’s menu originally consisted of little more than snacks and junk food.

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No Miracles, Just Sheer Talent

Posted on 20 August 201421 August 2014
byTinig ng Plaridel

According to the Gawad Plaridel 2014 press release, Nora Aunor is cited as this year’s recipient for her “unique artistry and versatility as a singer” and for “portraying with keen intelligence and uncommon sensitivity an amazing range of cinematic roles.”

Five UPD students share A-Team gold win

Posted on 19 August 201419 August 2014
byTinig ng Plaridel

Donned in all-black outfits, Filipino dance troupe A-Team wowed World Hip-Hop Dance Competition judges on Aug. 10 through their four-minute routine that earned them a gold finish. Then and there, it was no surprise that five University of the Philippines-Diliman students were part of the group.

AGT: train of the future

Posted on 5 July 20145 July 2014
byTinig ng Plaridel

The Automated Guideway Transit System (AGT) is a joint project of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the Metals Industry Research and Development Center (MIRDC), in partnership with the University of the Philippines Diliman.

Meet the new UPD vice chancellors

Posted on 25 June 201426 June 2014
byTinig ng Plaridel

Two months after his own term started, Tan oversaw the affirmations of Dr. Benito M. Pacheco, Dr. Fidel R. Nemenzo, Dr. Neil Martial R. Santillan, Dr. Nestor T. Castro, and Dr. Virginia C. Yap to their respective positions on May 2, 2014.

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Anti-PDAF groups split on Freedom day rally

Posted on 13 June 201413 June 2014
byTinig ng Plaridel

Thousands of Filipino people marched the Manila streets yesterday carrying anti-graft placards as the Philippines marked its 116th Independence Day. The thousands-strong crowd, however, was splitting to two different routes.

Taking the test, swallowing the judgment

Posted on 1 June 201429 July 2014
byTinig ng Plaridel

It was like going into a cramped trial court; only the verdict was not uttered aloud.

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Moving pictures: the Nazareno crowd

Posted on 11 January 20141 February 2014
byTinig ng Plaridel

An estimated three million people were present during the overnight vigil and procession at Quirino Grandstand and Quiapo Church – around three percent of the country’s population.

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An unfamiliar territory

Posted on 4 January 20144 January 2014
byTinig ng Plaridel

Among many of the typhoon survivors is Patrick Vense Bajamunde, a third year Psychology major from UP Tacloban. After Yolanda struck his hometown and his school, he decided to cross-enroll in UP Diliman despite the promise of a campus reopening in January 2014.

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The top newsmakers of 2013

Posted on 31 December 201329 January 2014
byTinig ng Plaridel

The year 2013 is definitely one for the books for the triumphs and mishaps both in the university and out. Take a look back on the events that shook and shaped the University of the Philippines (UP) and the nation before the year comes to a close.

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Behind the seen: Lantern Parade 2013 preparations

Posted on 15 December 201316 December 2013
byTinig ng Plaridel

Despite earlier news that the Lantern Parade was cancelled due to give way to ongoing relief efforts for the recent typhoon, the annual event will be held Wednesday, Dec.18. The parade is set to start at 4 p.m.

Woes of the voiceless

Posted on 9 December 2013
byTinig ng Plaridel

Let me call her “Karen.” Although she has a roof over her head and is able to go to first grade, Karen is one of the estimated 22,000 Filipino children living in poverty. At a very young age, she learned how to make her own way of finding a living – asking for alms, that is.