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Photo by INSI The Paris-based International News Safety Institute (INSI) previously reported the top 5 most dangerous countries for journalists in 2013. The ranking was based on the number of recorded killings of journalists and media-men. Let us see which among the 196 countries in the world top the rank. 5th SOMALIA (8 recorded killings) 4th PAKISTAN (9  recorded killings )  3rd IRAQ (11 journalists killed) 2nd PHILIPPINES and INDIA (both have 12 journalists and 1 media worker killed) 1st SYRIA (19 journalists killed in 2013) Journalists collect, write, and distribute news and other information relevant to the present society. Their aim is to publish the truth to the people. Hence, they deserve to be respected and saluted not killed. May there be many aspiring journalists to fulfill their dream despite the many alarming news about the possible risks they might be going through.

“An enchanting harmony of fuchsia, purple and pink undertones, Radiant Orchid inspires confidence and emanates great joy, love and health. It is a captivating purple, one that draws you in with its beguiling charm.” -Pantone The color of the year expresses an extraordinary transition of the new year. According to the Psychology of colors, pink incorporates tenderness, sensitivity, care, emotion, sympathy, love and even sex, and purple associates royalty, mystery, arrogance, luxury, childishness, creativity, and even sadness. Combining all these elements in one, we can say that this year won't seem to be that lousy. There will surely be a dominant taste of love and luck among the humanities. Therefore, this year won't be as cruel as the previous one. The well-being that could be brought about by everyone's optimism will be present and hopefully dormant. May the color of the year inspire us to excel and move on. As a nation full of positive vibes, let us together expect ...

With its theme "Engaging the youth towards purposeful growth in personal and social accountability," a leadership summit organized by the Davao Colleges and Universities Network (DACUN) was held last Nov. 21 and 22, at D'Leonor Inland Resort and Adventure Park, Davao City.The event was participated by the student representatives of its member institutions: Assumption College of Davao, Brokenshire College, Davao Doctors College Inc., Holy Cross of Davao College Inc., Philippine Women's College of Davao, Rizal Memorial Colleges, University of Mindanao, University of Southeastern Philippines , University of the Immaculate Conception, and the University of the Philippines Mindanao. The resource speakers were Mr. Derf Miaz who gave a talk about Cyberwellness: Respect for self and others, Safe and responsible use; Ms. Melissa Yeung about Eco-ethical Entrepreneurship, and Mr. Perfecto 'Jojo' Rom about Container Gardening: Household-based waste management and fo...

Photo from Google Blogging has been very popular nowadays. People are starting to familiarize the nature of blogging, as well as the benefits they could get when entering into this industry. Some open a blog account as their online diary or as a past-time activity, while some invest in blogging to make money in the long run. Whatever the purpose is, still blogging has started making noise in the cyber world. Perhaps, many individuals, including you, are now planning to activate a blog account to impart knowledge or entertainment in variety of ways. Remember, blogging is not as simple as you think for the first time. Before deciding which topic you are going to write about, you need to first ask yourself if you really have the passion of writing publishing posts online. Then, after saying 'Yes!' on this question, you may now start choosing the topics you would feel comfortable blogging about. You can actually write any topic where you are interested in however, to guide you ...