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Unemployment rate a driving factor of Philippine crime – Artlets study

27

Jun

By Nicole Anne Bautista and Veancy Palad

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Unemployment rate a driving factor of Philippine crime – Artlets study

UNEMPLOYMENT IS a leading factor in committing crimes in the country, an undergraduate study said. UST Economics graduate Devon Garcia’s study titled “Philippine Crime Dynamics: The Determinants of Regional Index and Non-Index Crimes” argued that a lower unemployment rate would result in a decreased regional crime rate. Garcia’s study won…

F Files: How does Manila mitigate effects of extreme heat?

20

Jun

By The Flame Issues

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F Files: How does Manila mitigate effects of extreme heat?

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) declared the start of the rainy season on May 29. However, some areas in the country, including Metro Manila, continue to experience extreme heat this June. As the country experiences adverse weather conditions, The Flame asks: What are the plans of…

12

Jun

By The Flame Issues

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Vlog Populi: AB Solemn Investiture 2024

After four years of uncertainties marked by full online learning and the eventual shift to a hybrid setup, the 745 Artlets graduates embark on a new chapter in their lives. In this episode, The Flame asks Artlets graduates: “What will you pursue after graduating?” Director: Bianca Ysabel Abrencillo Host: Erwin…

Disqualified ABSC bets question Comelec’s process on rulings

30

Apr

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Disqualified ABSC bets question Comelec’s process on rulings

ALL CANDIDATES who were disqualified in this year’s Artlets Student Council (ABSC) elections are questioning the AB Commission on Election’s process, saying the poll body did not provide them enough opportunities to appeal the decision. On April 26, the AB Comelec announced the temporary disqualification of four candidates, including two…

20

Apr

By The Flame Issues

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F Files: P100 minimum wage hike

The Philippine Senate has passed a bill seeking to implement an across-the-board P100 wage hike, drawing concerns about its potential effect on unemployment and inflation. In this F Files episode, The Flame explains the benefits and possible negative impact of the measure. Like us on Facebook (The Flame) and follow…

Trike troubles: Manila’s new fare matrix frustrates drivers, confuses passengers

20

Apr

By Nicole Anne Bautista, Veancy Palad and John Martin Revilla

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Trike troubles: Manila’s new fare matrix frustrates drivers, confuses passengers

AS HE reached the exit of the Manila Light Rail Transit (LRT) Legarda station, economics freshman Angelo Nodalo encountered the familiar sight of tricycle drivers demanding P30 for a solo ride. The price, P9 higher than the standardized fare introduced in September 2023, reflected the ongoing challenge of implementing the…

Vlog Populi: AB Halalan 2024 and What Matters to Artlets

20

Apr

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Vlog Populi: AB Halalan 2024 and What Matters to Artlets

The Faculty of Arts and Letters (AB) student council elections are underway, with eight candidates running for different leadership positions. In this episode, The Flame asks the Artlets what pressing university-wide issues incoming ABSC members should address. Director: Joss Gabriel Oliveros Host: Erwin James Gianan Writers: Veancy Palad, Heschel Klein…

13

Apr

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F Files: Avoiding scams

In this F Files episode, The Flame explains how Thomasians can stay safe from scams amid the rise in fraud cases nationwide. _______________________________________________________ Episode Director: Joss Gabriel Oliveros Writers/Researchers: Heschel Klein Pavon and Julianne Loreign Vicente Video editor: Eve Jazmine Ligaya

Vlog Populi: Team Mahal o Team Praktikal?

15

Feb

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Vlog Populi: Team Mahal o Team Praktikal?

TEAM MAHAL O TEAM PRAKTIKAL? Ngayong Araw ng mga Puso, marami ang gumagastos ng malaking halaga para ipakita ang kanilang pagpapahalaga sa kanilang mga minamahal. Pero para sa iba, kailangan maging praktikal lalo pa't tumataas ang presyo ng mga bilihin. Hindi naman daw nasusukat ang pagmamahal sa halaga ng…

Over 100 thesis advisers, panelists to face salary deductions due to clerical error

31

Jan

By Nicole Anne Bautista, Erwin James Gianan and Ma. Alyanna Selda

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Over 100 thesis advisers, panelists to face salary deductions due to clerical error

MORE THAN a hundred Artlets thesis supervisors and panelists will get salary deductions because of a miscalculation of their thesis honoraria that left them overpaid by half their rate last academic year. A letter obtained by The Flame showed that the Office of the Vice Rector for Finance (OVRF) mistakenly…