The Lamp, Madapo, Davao City (2025)

09/10/2025

𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐑𝐘 | 𝐊𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐮𝐠𝐨 𝐚𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐰𝐢𝐬?

Mga relo na nagkakahalaga ng milyun-milyon, mga bahay na puno ng ginto, mga damit na gawa sa balahibo, mga bag na gawa sa leather—isang bansang lubog sa baha at pangungurakot. Ipinagmamalaki ang uri ng buhay na mayroon ka, ipinagmamayabang ang lahat ng iyong naabot, ang uri ng pamumuhay na kasalukuyan mong tinatamasa—ngunit nagmula ba talaga ito sa iyong sariling pagsusumikap? O ang mga pagkain at damit na kinagigiliwan mo ay nagmumula sa mga taong kailangang magtrabaho ng walong oras at higit pa para lang matugunan ang kanilang pang-araw-araw na pangangailangan? Mula sa mga kailangang gumawa ng dagdag na milya para lamang matugunan ang kanilang gutom sa araw na iyon? Mula sa mga kailangang tiisin ang init ng araw para lang kumita nang sapat?

Kanino nga bang dugo at pawis ang nakatali sa sarap ng iyong tinatamasa ngayon? Sa bawat hakbang gamit ang iyong mahahabang takong, sa bawat kagat ng mga magagarbong pagkain, sa bawat sasakyan na iyong ginagamit—kanino nga bang dugo at pawis ang nakabaon upang makarating ka sa ganyang estado ng buhay? Kaya bago mo ipagmalaki ang iyong narating, ang mga bagay na iyong pinagmamayabang, tanungin mo muna ang iyong sarili—kaninong buhay ba ang iyong ginamit para buuin lamang ang sa’yo?

Written by: Trixy Elaiza I. Fortuna
Illustrated by: Jannah Kayle Magtibay

09/10/2025

𝐈𝐧𝐤𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟗 – 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐲
𝐵𝑦: 𝐻𝑒𝑛𝑟𝑦 𝐴𝑟𝑐 𝐴𝑛𝑔𝑒𝑙𝑜 𝑃𝑎𝑙𝑎𝑝𝑎𝑟

Not just about quantifiable items, weights, and objects–sometimes refers to the unsaid emotions and burdens that people have within them.

Heaviness isn’t always measured by the things we see or touch. Not the strain of our muscles and the physical weights of objects. Sometimes, it’s the undefinable feeling—a silent, invisible stuff that rests on our mind and heart. We don’t often talk about it, but it’s there—always has been, shaping how we move through. May we all find out our true strength by learning how to carry what’s inside us, not just lifting what’s in front of us.

“I’m holdin on, but why is everything so heavy, holding on to something more than I can carry”
-Linkin Park

08/10/2025

𝐈𝐧𝐤𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟖 – 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐤𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬
𝐵𝑦: 𝑅𝑎𝑖𝑛𝑖𝑒𝑟𝑟 𝐴𝑛𝑔𝑒𝑙𝑜 𝐷𝑒𝑙𝑖𝑚𝑎

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗷𝗼𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗶𝗳 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗹𝗹𝘆? 𝗟𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗶𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘆, 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗺𝗶𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘄𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘀𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴.

What good are our days if they're lived in chains, weighed down by too much caution? A soul that's too guarded is like a bird in a cage, singing of skies it will never reach. But when we let go of the fear of falling and dare to dance on the edge of risk, life shows us its hidden sweetness. In unrestrained laughter and unmeasured joy, we taste the true flavor of our fleeting hours. Wisdom may keep us safe, but it is folly- wild and radiant - that crowns us with joy and reminds the heart that living is not just about surviving, but about soaring.

07/10/2025

𝐈𝐧𝐤𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟕 – 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐟𝐢𝐬𝐡
𝐵𝑦: 𝐾𝑎𝑦𝑙𝑒 𝑀𝑎𝑔𝑡𝑖𝑏𝑎𝑦

A starfish can lose a limb and still grow it back. It carries its pain quietly, yet it heals with time. We are not so different. Each morning we rise as if it were just another ordinary day, unaware of the bruises and wounds yesterday left behind.
Pain has a way of staying close. It hides beneath our smiles, lingers in our silences, and sometimes echoes when the night is quiet. We pretend we’ve let go, yet pieces of it remain. Healing doesn’t happen all at once—it is slow, tender, and often unnoticed. Much like the starfish, we may not see the growth day by day, but piece by piece, we are mending.

So, dear reader, I hope you heal from the wounds you never show.

I hope you heal from the weight you carry so well that others mistake it for strength.

I hope you heal from the memories that shadow your nights, and from the words and silences that broke you.

Most of all, I hope you heal in your own time—like the starfish, quietly, patiently, and completely.

06/10/2025

𝐈𝐧𝐤𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟔 – 𝐏𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐞
𝐵𝑦: 𝐽𝑎𝑛𝑒 𝐿𝑒𝑒 𝑉𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑢𝑙𝑒𝑟𝑜

Within my grasp lies beauty
I am pierced
I am in pain
Yet still, I am whole

It's always the beauty but what about behind it?

Trails of the past, every step has its own journey, from jagged roads to smooth pavement or in reverse. It's been 20 years, and all the fragments of memories are still here, a presence that lingers on. These scars behind the veil are not just painful wounds but a reminder that I am brave enough to simply exist in this moment. Even without the people around you, it is a very courageous thing to do. Being able to hold on and embrace reality, no bloom without thorns and again beauty comes with its pricks. Amidst all of this, I count myself lucky to be wrapped in the warmth of their presence and a gentle reminder that it's okay.

06/10/2025

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗯𝗶𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿 — 𝗝𝗼𝗵𝗻 𝗟𝗼𝗶𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗿𝗮, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗕𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 — 𝗗𝗼𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗟𝗼𝘇𝗮𝗻𝗼! 📢📚

Two brilliant minds, one special day! To our Associate Editor, who leads with dedication and supports the team like a true second-in-command, and to our Senior Broadcaster, whose humor and energy bring life to every broadcast, thank you for inspiring us in different ways. Wishing you both a birthday filled with joy, growth, and moments worth remembering, Lois and Dorothy! ✨🎙️📝

06/10/2025

𝐈𝐂𝐘𝐌𝐈 | 𝐁𝐂𝐈 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐬 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬’ 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩

To show appreciation for teachers across all disciplines, the BCI community launches a program in commemoration of World Teachers’ Day on October 3 at the Robert Black Amphitheatre, where teachers from all levels, along with staff and students, gathers to witness and celebrate the event.

The program began in the afternoon with an opening remark delivered by Bishop Hamuel G. Tequis, MDiv., BC President, followed by the distribution of tokens to teachers by students from each program. The celebration continued with energizing activities such as Stomach Wars, the Human Color Game, and Giant Volleyball. In addition, intermission numbers were performed by the GSD Movers and the Kasibulan Dance Troupe, then proceeded with awarding of game winners before ending the afternoon program.

The evening highlights included the Interdepartmental Talent Show and the People’s Choice Pageant, where teachers showcased their exceptional outfits of the night. Additional tokens for the teachers were also presented by the Brokenshire College Supreme Student Council (BCSSC) officers. Moreover, awarding of winners and giving of certificates for participating departments wrapped up the evening event.

Finally, the Likha Dance Troupe led a unity dance to close the festivities, and it is followed with a closing prayer delivered by Rev. Grace Bangisan, BC Chaplain.

📷: Jazmine Bucay, Renai Ssance Carmelotes, Shan Comon

05/10/2025

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒 | The Collegiate Psychology Club of Davao (CPCD) organizes their first general assembly for this school year, with the theme, "Ascend with One Trident", on October 5 at Robert Black Amphitheatre. Psychology students from different schools across Davao City have gathered as they come together to celebrate unity and discuss the organization’s upcoming projects and initiatives.

📸: Princes Nhylene Segovia

05/10/2025

𝐈𝐧𝐤𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟓 – 𝐃𝐞𝐞𝐫
𝐵𝑦: 𝐿𝑦𝑐𝑎 𝐷𝑒𝑟𝑎𝑛𝑜

A deer is strong, gentle and kind,
We are like human-animal intertwined.
Features may differ,
Yet characteristics seem so deeper.

When danger comes, the deer will flee,
Not out of fear, but need to be free.
And we, when hurt, may run and hide,
To heal the pain we hold inside.

A deer shows us strength in silent ways,
Soft steps, calm eyes, and steady gaze.
The deer reminds us how to be
Brave, yet gentle, wild, yet free.

We may not be the same with them,
But the bond is like a rhythm.
Beating hearts both strong and trim,
Feeling life in every limb.

05/10/2025

𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀’ 𝗗𝗮𝘆: 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲

Teachers are often called “second parents,” but their influence extends far beyond the classroom. They inspire curiosity, ignite dreams, and nurture values that prepare learners to face the world. Today, we honor not just he profession, but the profession of teachers that considered as most influential among others. World Teachers’ Day is not than just a date on the calendar but also a reminder of the immense role teachers play in shaping not only the future of their students, but the future of society as a whole.

The significance of teachers lies not only in their role as the one who spreads knowledge but also as life-shapers. From teaching children to read their very first words, to guiding young adults toward careers, teachers are present in every milestone of education. Behind every doctor, engineer, leader, artist, and innovator is a teacher who believed in them and encouraged them to keep going.

Teachers may not always wear capes, but they are real-life heroes who light the path toward knowledge and wisdom. As we honor our teachers today, let us remember that gratitude should not be confined to just one day. Showing respect, or striving to do our best are everyday ways to give back to those who dedicate their lives to others.

✍️: John Lois Parrera
🖼️: Ayumi Kharel Lamigo

05/10/2025

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗯𝗶𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗕𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿, 𝗔𝘀𝗵𝗹𝗲𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗿𝗼𝘀! 🗣️📢

Always ready behind the mic, you bring stories to life with your voice and energy. Wishing you a special day filled with confidence and more moments worth sharing on and off the air, Ashlee! 🎙️✨

04/10/2025

𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛 | 𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗘 𝗞𝗔𝗠𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗛𝗔𝗡 𝗦𝟮: 𝗘𝗣𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗗𝗘 𝟭

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is facing a major corruption scandal over flood control projects, leading to charges and new reforms for transparency. This issue has sparked public concern as investigations continue to reveal more irregularities. Our broadcasters, Dorothy Lozano and Jan Kristoffer Sy, interviewed some students and asked them various questions on what they think about this issue.

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