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Tanghalang Nasyunal Opens Season 2
By: John Laurence Bermejo

Tanghalang Nasyunal officially opened its second season featuring three original stage plays centered on grief, faith, identity, and family at 410 Jhocson Memorial Building on May 16.

Mundong Malungkot, written by Jarelyn Waje and directed by Kyla Mae Casapao and Jesy Ysabelle Manandeg, follows a woman confronting the death of the man she was about to marry inside an embalming room.

Meanwhile, Isay an Makakapagparahay, written by Leif Dionn Martin and directed by Cassandra Marie Luna and Erika Sofia Santana, tells the story of an albularyo in Albay whose beliefs are challenged when illness strikes within the family.

Lastly, Patahian ng Malaya, written by Aldrich Cancino and directed by Marrius Evalarosa and Issa Mae Dula, portrays a mother and child whose devotion and livelihood through sewing garments for saints are tested by struggles involving identity and acceptance.

The performances will run until May 20 with show schedules at 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, and 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the same venue.

Photos by: Xyryn Cuevas

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HONOR THE GAME, WIN TOGETHER 🤝🏀🏐

In the UAAP, we bleed our school colors and cheer with unmatched passion, but the true spirit of the game lives in what happens beyond the scoreboard.

This World Fair Play Day reminds us that while we fight hard for the title, the highest form of victory is playing with honor, integrity, and respect for our rivals.

True championship character is defined by the grace we show in every moment, ensuring our intensity on the court is always matched by our integrity and sportsmanship.

​Let’s uphold the standard by winning with humility and respecting the game, proving that our commitment to fair play is as legendary as our school pride.

HEADS UP, Nationalians!

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NUMBT Stuns DLSU in Preseason Opener
By: Karl Paulie Anareta

​The National University Men's Basketball Team pulled off an opening-day win after shocking the reigning UAAP champion DLSU, 70-64, in the 19th Filoil EcoOil Preseason Cup on May 17 at the Filoil EcoOil Centre in San Juan.

​The Bulldogs fired up the first half with balanced ex*****on and defensive grit. The Green Archers tried to come from behind in the second period, but a steady counter-attack allowed NU to walk into the halftime break holding a slim lead, 32-28.

​Late in the third quarter, power forward PJ Palacielo protected the NU lead with back-to-back buckets, 49-43.

​With a slim lead in the last minutes, Reinhard Jumamoy stepped up for NU, calmly sinking six consecutive free throws and completely holding off the Green Archers’ late-game comeback attempt.

​“We're starting a new season, a new generation for this team, so we’ll just keep learning and implementing our system,” said Head Coach Jeff Napa, who enters a new era without veteran cornerstones Jake Figueroa, Steve Nash Enriquez, and Jolo Manansala.

Reinhard ​​Jumamoy exploded with 15 points, five rebounds, two assists, and one block while Mo Diassana delivered nine points and a game-high 11 rebounds. PJ Palacielo contributed eight points and six boards, while rookie DJ Laconsay had an eight-point production in his debut.

“Alam kong bata yung mga kasama ko. At lagi kong sinasabi sa sarili ko, at laging sinasabi ni Coach Jeff sa akin na, hindi na ako bata. Ako na yung isa sa leader dito,” Team Captain Jumamoy shared on the post-game press conference.

After an impressive start, the Gold-and-Blue squad aims to keep momentum as they face preseason defending champion UP on May 19 at the same venue.
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​Quarter scores: 14-15, 32-28, 49-44, 70-64

Photos by: Filoil EcoOil Sports

LOCAL NEWS | Senate Opens Duterte Impeachment Proceedings

Vice President Sara Duterte was formally summoned by the Senate impeachment court on May 18 regarding the impeachment case filed against her.

The Senate also directed Duterte to submit her response to the articles of impeachment within 10 calendar days.

Earlier today, senators officially transformed the chamber into an impeachment court to begin the proceedings.

Members of the Senate appeared in red robes during the session, symbolizing the opening of the trial.

Truth, Integrity, Connection 🌐💻

In today's evolving digital spaces, may we uphold the responsibility to ensure truth in communication amid widespread fake news, rampant AI usage, and information manipulation across the Philippines.

As we observe World Telecommunication and Information Society Day, we are called to celebrate connectivity and innovation by becoming responsibile netizens and critical thinkers.

Let us always question what we see, fact check what we consume, and use technology to inform and uplift communities. Together, may we ensure that media remains grounded in accountability and integrity 🛡📱

Words by: Judge David Asuncion
Layout by: Ashley Nicole Nerit

NU Alumni Holds Prime 2026
By: John Laurence Bermejo

National University Alumni Affairs Office conducted the two-session NU Prime 2026: Alumni Masterclass to prepare student leaders and ambassadors for leadership and professional growth at NU Manila, last May 2 and 16.

During the first session, Shelly Kate Macalinao discussed stress management by sharing techniques on handling pressure and maintaining balance in leadership roles while entrepreneurship and sustainability were presented by Ericson S. Castillo.

Susan S. Domingo spoke on first impressions and confidence in the second session alongside Jheco Marticular who discussed leadership and management through purposeful and strategic team handling.

The masterclass aims to bridge academic life and the professional world by equipping the pioneer batch of student leaders with practical skills and leadership insights.

Photos from: NU Alumni Affairs Office

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LINGGUHIT | Kaya Pa Ba 'To?

Grabe, ICC ang label ng mga responsibilidad ko. 😥 Takbo lang sana para makalusot, kaso nadapa pa sa hagdan. 😖

Illustration by: Maria Gloria Angelica Magallanes

NU Achieves Outstanding March 2026 LET Performance
By: Judge David P. Asuncion

National University College of Education, Arts and Sciences (CEAS) delivered an outstanding performance during the March 2026 Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) held last March 15, as released by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC).

The institution recorded a 100% performance rate in the Elementary Education level, with 11 out of 11 first-time takers successfully passing the examination.

Meanwhile, the Secondary Education level reported a passing rate of 80.95% among first-time takers, with 17 out of 21 examinees passing the examination successfully, exceeding the national passing rate of 73.10%.

This result highlights the university's established academic performance, and commitment to producing future educators.

UAAP Season 88 Ends with Classiest Closing Ceremony
By: Chriscel Mhae Beatrice Lorenzo

University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP), through its host UST, closed Season 88 elegantly last May 15 at UST Quadricentennial Pavilion.

Serving as the first-ever gala with a red carpet closing ceremony in UAAP, the league’s top athletes and officials were in black-tie attire.

Each university’s teams and athletes were recognized through a parade and an awarding—featuring the season’s rookies of the year, most valuable players, and those who played in the international stage.

For National University and NU Nazareth School, Jessica Mae Carcueva of Women’s Tennis Team and Sara Dalagan of Girls’ Chess Team were named as Athlete-Scholars of the Year in their respective divisions.

UST, hailed as general champion for college and high school divisions, also passed the torch to the next host FEU with a ceremonial toast.

UAAP Season 89 will carry the theme “For Everyone, UAAP” and commence on September 12.

Photos from: UAAP Media