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23

Dec

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VLOG POPULI: Christmas Wish

The Thomasian community is now in the holiday spirit. In this Vlog Populi Christmas special episode, The Flame asked Thomasians their grown-up Christmas wishes and hopes. Director: Axel Aldana and Bless Aubrey Ogerio Writers/Researchers: Pauline Nicole Bautista and Joss Gabriel Oliveros Voiceover Artist: Lyle Joseph Paraboles Videographer: Ethan Cardaño Animator:…

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08

Dec

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Compromise and Sacrifice: Thomasian dorm renters burdened by soaring inflation

WHEN THE University announced the gradual return of in-person classes, architecture freshman Diane Sombilon said she felt relieved to finally go back to normal.  However, the latest inflation figure made Sombilon, who lives in Las Piñas, hesitate to rent a dorm and eventually return to campus. The Philippine Statistics Authority…

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25

Nov

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Gathering thesis data through email blasts: Ethical or not?

“GREETINGS IN the name of St. Thomas Aquinas! We are fourth year students conducting a study on…” Thomasians know that it’s already thesis season when they receive requests to answer survey forms in their university email accounts – and such requests usually begin with these sentences or lines hugely similar…

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13

Nov

By Jasmine Mae Alarde

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‘Info leaks could put our lives in jeopardy:’ Gov’t urged to do more to fight online scams

IT WAS just a regular day for Michael,* a political science senior, until an unknown number called his mother. The caller claimed to be a bank employee.  Believing there was an issue with her bank transactions, his mother provided her bank details to the caller.  After some time, her mother…

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02

Nov

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VLOG POPULI: Beyond the grave

Beliefs vary about where souls rest after their journey in the physical world. In this special Vlog Populi episode, The Flame asked Artlets about their thoughts on the afterlife. Director: Bless Aubrey Ogerio Writers/Researchers: Pauline Nicole Bautista and Joss Gabriel Oliveros Voiceover Artist: Aubrey Lim Animator: Tcheky Cabrera Video Editor:…

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25

Oct

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VLOG POPULI: The impacts of SK polls postponement

In this episode, the Flame asked the Artlets if the postponement of the Barangay & SK Elections this year is justified. Director: Bless Aubrey Ogerio Researchers: Axel Neo Aldana, Mariane Ysabella Pante and Robb Nigel Moya Animator: Anjellyca Villamayor Voiceover Artist: Chris Ann Sabandal Video Editor: Daniela Thricia Anne Elgarico…

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26

Sep

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F Files: Mask-free Philippines, are we ready?

F Files: Are we ready for a mask-free PH? In this episode, the Flame Files examines the country's readiness for the easing of face mask rules following the national government's decision to make the wearing of face masks outdoors voluntary. Directed by Bless Aubrey Ogerio Researched by Jasmine Mae Alarde…

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03

Sep

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The (mis)representation of Indigenous People in mainstream media 

THE IMMENSE portrayal of the indigenous people (IP) in mainstream media, especially film and television, open varying perspectives to arise. Exposing IPs to mainstream media has gained recognition because there are many patronizers. However, it can also mean disruption when their culture is misrepresented and utilized for mere entertainment.  “There…

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29

Aug

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Artlet community relieved, challenged as UST prepares for F2F classes 

THE RESUMPTION of face-to-face classes in some courses has drawn both relief and anxiety among members of the Artlet community who now have to make some adjustments after two years of pure distance learning.  Faculty of Arts and Letters (AB Dean Prof. Marilu Madrunio recently confirmed that  in-person classes would…

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22

Aug

By Eduardo Fajermo Jr.

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Poor student performance linked to ‘disorganized,’ ‘confusing’ policy implementation

THE POOR educational performance of many Filipino students is a result of a “disorganized” and “incoherent” implementation of an education policy, an undergraduate study has suggested. The research titled “Impact of Policy Implementation on Education Quality: A Case Study on Philippines’ Low Ranking in International and Local Assessment Programs” argued…

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