Ghaveriel Raphael C. Agati

     Change. It's a word that carries immense power and potential. We often hear people say, "If you want to see change in the world, be the change." This simple statement holds a profound truth: change starts with me.      Change is a constant and something that is inescapable. We change for a purpose, but unless we dig deeper, it's impossible to say if it will be good or harmful for us. Although changing oneself can be difficult, most changes are for the better as we mature. Change does not necessarily mean leaving behind the past, but for me, it means using the past as an opportunity for growth that will help me become more mature and aware of my surroundings. Yes, there are many things that influence us, but the truth is that we can only change if we make the effort; it is not something that is forced; rather, by considering who we are, we try to change for the best.      As I reflect on this notion, I realize that change is not an external force; it is an int

     This year has gone by pretty fast, and maybe for some it is quite boring but I say it is not. Many challenges have tested me throughout this year, countless battles that I've yet to conquer but amidst all of these, there is one who stood by my side patiently. She who guided me without a word and showered me with love, she who protects me from the evil of the world, and she is my mother.       Mother's day for me is a very special day, of course it is for all of us but it just holds a special place in my heart. I cannot express my love and gratitude towards my mother easily, it is not that I don't want to but it is simply because I tend to shy away. On this day, I can express it freely and easily maybe because of the day but nonetheless I still feel happy to say it. For all the things that they have done they deserve to be honored and pampered on this special day. They deserve to sit back and relax and to enjoy the day, they deserve a break because they are

     It is a well-known fact that on may 1 is a public holiday specifically directed for giving honor to the nation’s hardworking citizens regardless of their occupation. In Filipino it is known as “Araw ng mga Manggagawa”. Labor movements and parades are part of the festivities to bring attention to the grievances and sufferings the Filipinos undergone through, it includes minimum wage, inhumane working rights and other issues that compromise the working rights of the Filipinos.The first observed labor day was in may 1, 1903, a 100,000 workers were organized to march from tondos Plaza Mariones to Malacanang by the first labor organization U.O.D.F. The protesting employees demanded an improved working conditions by the American-led-government. This event is also regarded as the first public protest in manila.      Herminigildo Cruz, the other founder of U.O.D.F organized the Congreso Obrero de Filipinas which is the first ever labour day celebration on may 1,1913. Ralli