Did you know that Baybay, Leyte is home to a rare and endemic orchid species? It's called the Dendrobium milaniae, or Milan’s Dendrobium, named in honor of Dr. Paciencia Milan, the first female president of Visayas State University (VSU) and a dedicated ecologist.
Mpox (renamed from its original 'Monkeypox' to reduce stigma on contraction) is a disease caused by the Monkeypox virus. Recorded first in monkeys, it is relative to the more renowned smallpox.
Today, July 20, marks the 55th year of mankind’s victory as the Apollo 11 boarded by two famous names - Neil Armstrong and Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin reached the surface of the moon. As they left their footmark, their steps, they know that this historic event propels humanity towards a new era.
Gender dysphoria is not an illness but rather a disorder as this causes a domino effect within personal and social relationships of an individual. The idea of being a nonconformist to the traditional heteronormativity causes stigma and a clashing of beliefs. This leads to feeling bad for themselves, giving them anxiety, depression, possible substance abuse, and leading to self-harm.
Should we plant trees? Of course, we should, but the answer is not as straightforward as we might think. As Viscans, it should be second nature for us to be acquainted with the basic concepts of environmental science.
Everybody has their special someone to share this moment, and you… don’t… How would you feel? This month of December is supposed to be a resting season and instead, the celebration during the holidays becomes an ultimate stressor.
