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03/09/2026

BAR UPDATE | 2026 Bar examinees have done enough, says Justice Gaerlan

Supreme Court (SC) Associate Justice Samuel H. Gaerlan on Thursday, Sept. 3, reminded Bar takers to trust their capabilities and preparation for the 2026 Bar Examinations.

In a video message, the Bar Chairperson said that examinees may feel scared and uncertain but reassured them that this is not considered a weakness.

"Do not let it break you, do not let it defeat you. You have come too far to give up now," Gaerlan said.

"I want to assure you that, whatever happens, you are enough. You do not need to compete with or outdo others," he added.

Gaerlan also pointed out that the exam is meant to prove one’s readiness to face greater responsibilities, including serving fellow Filipinos.

Additionally, the Chairperson stated that the SC has prepared to ensure that this year's Bar Examinations will be “fair, safe, and free of anything that may taint its integrity.” | via Tiziana Celine Piatos | The Red Chronicles

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02/09/2026

B2S ONLINE EXCLUSIVE | The professors whom the School of Law has come to know and love were—just like us—once students who roamed the halls of San Beda College Alabang. With provisions and jurisprudence as their ammunition, they also shared the same experiences of anxiety, restraint, and desolation that we also face today. While their legacies have immediately been stamped into the classroom with every roll call or the usage of the Socratic method, we remember them fully as stalwarts of premier Bedan pedagogy.

As we echo the law school journey of Atty. John Jacome, we remember that chasing the dot is no mere reward, but a calling to something much more greater.

Read the full story at the The Red Chronicles’ Back-To-School Online Exclusive: https://tinyurl.com/mutm6e2m

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Explore the story of Atty. John R. Jacome and his four secrets to becoming a successful Bedan lawyer. Discover how faith, persistence, and puso shape the legal profession.

02/09/2026

𝐁𝐀𝐑 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 | 𝐒𝐂 𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬, 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐚𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐁𝐚𝐫 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐬 𝐧𝐞𝐚𝐫

The Supreme Court (SC) told motorists and commuters on Tuesday, September 1, to plan their trips in advance as road closures and traffic measures will take effect in areas near 15 testing centers for the 2026 Bar Examinations.

In a social media post, the Office of the Bar Chairperson, Associate Justice Samuel H. Gaerlan, asked for the public’s understanding and cooperation in view of the three-day examination slated for September 6, 9, and 13.

Thousands are expected to head to testing centers on the said dates as the SC earlier cleared 13,441 applicants to take this year’s Bar Examinations. | via Tiziana Celine Piatos | The Red Chronicles

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31/08/2026

𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐬! ❤️🦁

Congratulations to the newest members of the 20th Volume of The Red Chronicles. Here is to upholding free expression, amplifying diverse voices, and ensuring everyone has the opportunity to speak, be heard, and belong!

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30/08/2026

"𝑶𝒏𝒍𝒚 𝒉𝒆 𝒊𝒔 𝒕𝒓𝒖𝒍𝒚 𝒂 𝒑𝒂𝒕𝒓𝒊𝒐𝒕 𝒘𝒉𝒐, 𝒘𝒉𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒑𝒐𝒔𝒕, 𝒉𝒊𝒈𝒉 𝒐𝒓 𝒍𝒐𝒘, 𝒕𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝒅𝒐 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒈𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝒑𝒐𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒍𝒆 𝒈𝒐𝒐𝒅 𝒕𝒐 𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒚𝒎𝒆𝒏.” — 𝗔𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗼 𝗠𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗶

Today, the Republic of the Philippines celebrates not only the bravery of our nation’s heroes, but also their fervor in birthing our country. National Heroes Day was established by the Philippine Legislature through Act No. 3827 in 1931.

This commemoration of patriotism is not only for the national heroes who sacrificed their lives for a better Philippines, but also serves as a vital reminder for us all to honor their legacy. To be able to enjoy freedom and democracy, there were Filipinos—from all walks of life, known or unknown—who selflessly tried to do the greatest possible good for their countrymen.
Let today remind us that true heroes do not always sit in the hallways of power. Often, they are ordinary people with an extraordinary heart for justice, integrity, and the nation.

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30/08/2026

“The press is not free because it is allowed to be. It is free because it insists on being free.” — National Union of Journalists of the Philippines

In line with the celebration of the National Press Freedom Day 2026, The Red Chronicles invites every Bedan to elevate their voices and perspectives on pressing local, national and international issues through the first The Red Chronicles Press Freedom Contest with the theme, “Undaunted Bedan: Champion of Press Freedom."

To access the guidelines and submission link, please scan the QR Code below or you may access them through these links:

Guidelines: https://tinyurl.com/3udf4wwy
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This National Press Freedom Day, use your voice, capture the truth, and illustrate the issues that matter.



This competition is proudly sponsored by Threadstone Painters Inc., whose support helps provide a platform for aspiring writers, photographers, and artists to express their perspectives on the issues that shape our society.

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29/08/2026

𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 | 𝐒𝐎𝐋 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐲 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐀.𝐘. 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔-𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐬

During a meeting held at Vivere Hotel Alabang last August 28, the San Beda College Alabang-School of Law (SBCA-SOL) faculty discussed enrollment and community updates, examination policies, and Bar Exam preparations.

The agenda included key announcements including enrollment reaching 2,162 students. Additionally, Dean Ulpiano Sarmiento III specified that pre-midterm and pre-final exams are mandatory for online students, but subject to faculty discretion for on-site students. While pre-midterm exams are currently suspended, midterm exams have been scheduled for September 28 to October 5.

In preparation for succeeding Bar Exams, Dean Sarmiento will carefully select examiners for voluntary, six-subject Mock Bar Exams for fourth-year students.

In further community updates, it was announced that San Beda Alabang and Mendiola Law will conduct a joint outreach project in Mountain Province on September 17–19. The revised Student Handbook, meanwhile, now awaits the Rector’s approval. | via Maria Elenie Mangsat | The Red Chronicles

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28/08/2026

| Malacanang suspends classes, government work in NCR and 17 provinces starting at 1 PM

As of August 28, 2026, Malacanang has ordered the suspension of government work and classes at all levels in public and private schools in the National Capital Region (NCR) and the provinces of Abra, Benguet, Ilocos Sur, La Union, Pangasinan, Bataan, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, Tarlac, Zambales, Batangas, Cavite, Rizal, Oriental Mindoro, and Occidental Mindoro, effective 1:00 PM today.

Under Memorandum Circular No. 132, the suspension was issued upon the recommendation of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) in anticipation of the further enhancement of the Southwest Monsoon (habagat) by the Low-Pressure Area that entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility.

Agencies involved in basic and health services, disaster preparedness and response, and other vital services shall continue operations. Meanwhile, the suspension of work or adoption of alternative work arrangements in the private sector shall be left to the discretion of their respective management. | via Jed Paul O. Naval | The Red Chronicles

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27/08/2026

NEWS | SLG partners with Jollibee for relief drive

The San Beda College Alabang School of Law Government (SLG), in partnership with the Jollibee Group Foundation, conducted a typhoon relief feeding program last August 23, at Phase 1, Block 28, Southville 3, Poblacion, Muntinlupa City.

The initiative sought to provide immediate assistance to affected community members, following the recent typhoon and flooding in Metro Manila.

SLG President Jeremy Garcia, External Vice President Joshua Arao, Internal Vice President Joephet Macuñat, Treasurer Michael Allan Rodrigo, and Secretary General Johan Acuba led the activity.

In support, Batch Representatives Trixia Encarnacion (4th Year), Justin Zazha Valencia (3rd Year), and Hannah Sespeñe (2nd Year), alongside student volunteers, facilitated a short program to entertain children in attendance before the distribution of warm meals. | via Aaron Gabriel Gomez | The Red Chronicles

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25/08/2026

| All face-to-face classes suspended today – SBCA Rector

Classes across all levels at San Beda College Alabang (SBCA) will be conducted online today, August 26, Rector Fr. Gerardo Ma. De Villa, OSB, announced late Tuesday night.

The SBCA community is advised to await a follow-up advisory to be issued today at 3:00 p.m. | via Ethel Monique Domingo | The Red Chronicles

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