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President Elpidio Quirino        Elpidio Quirino’s life reminds us that true leadership often grows from hardship. Born into a simple family in Ilocos Sur, he worked his way up through education and determination. His rise from a humble student to president shows how far resilience can take a person.      Quirino carried this strength into public service. He helped shape laws for Philippine independence and held several important government positions. Yet his greatest test came during World War II, when he lost his wife and children. Instead of giving up, he chose to continue serving the nation, showing a remarkable depth of courage.        As president, he led the Philippines through the difficult years after the war—rebuilding communities, restoring the economy, and working for peace. His efforts were not perfect, but they came from a sincere desire to help his country stand again. Quirino’s story teaches us that leadership is not...

       2025 National Children’s Month celebration   The 2025 National Children’s Month celebration, with the theme   “OSAEC–CSAEM Wakasan: Kaligtasan at Karapatan ng Bata, Ipaglaban!” , is a powerful reminder of how vulnerable children have become in today’s digital world. The theme recognizes that danger no longer exists only in the physical environment; it now reaches children through screens, messages, and online platforms. This reality can be frightening, especially for families who may not be fully aware of how online spaces        work. By focusing on ending online sexual abuse and exploitation, the celebration urges all of us parents, teachers, communities, and institutions to stay alert, to be informed, and to protect children with both compassion and courage. At its heart, the theme affirms that every child deserves to grow up safe, respected, and free from fear. In recent years, the government has taken significant steps to add...

     Traveling always surprises me — one day you’re chasing ancient giants, and the next, you’re sipping coconut juice by the beach. That’s exactly how my day unfolded during my trip to the coast, where I stumbled upon Dinosaur Island, a salt farm, a furniture shop, and, finally, the sea itself.      The morning sun was warm as I stepped into Dinosaur Island The sounds of roaring dinosaurs echoed through the air, and I laughed as a giant T-Rex moved its head toward me as if ready to attack. It felt like walking through a lost world — lush, green, and full of life-sized Dinosaur. For a moment, I forgot I was just a traveler with a camera and felt like an explorer discovering a world frozen in time. Fro m there, my journey took me to a salt farm not far away. The smell of the ocean hung in the air, and workers moved gracefully across shallow pools, collecting shining white crystals. the salt looked like scattered diamonds on glass. Watching them work reminde...