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Science has always been humanity’s greatest tool for understanding the unknown. The 2025 National Science Month theme,   “Harnessing the Unknown: Powering the Future through Science and Innovation,”   reflects our collective aspiration to use knowledge not just as a means of survival but as a path toward a sustainable and thriving future. Science pushes the boundaries of what is possible, from developing clean energy technologies to unraveling the mysteries of space and the human genome. Each new discovery expands the horizon of opportunities for future generations. The relationship between science and society in the coming decades will only grow stronger and more intertwined. As challenges such as climate change, pandemics, and energy crises continue to evolve, science will remain society’s compass for adaptation and progress. Communities will increasingly rely on innovations like artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and renewable energy to address social problems and crea...

 Climate change has greatly affected farming in the Philippines,The predominant reasons for the sudden or progressive changes in the environment are rooted in both natural and human-induced factors. One of the biggest contributors is global warming caused by excessive greenhouse gas emissions. As industries grow and urbanization expands, the demand for energy and transportation increases, leading to more carbon emissions that trap heat in the atmosphere. This directly affects weather patterns, causing stronger typhoons, prolonged droughts, and unpredictable rainfall. and it caused one of the most serious problems is soil erossion. Many farmers rely on the land for their livelihood, but due to heavy rains, deforestation, and poor land managment, the soil becomes less fertile and harder to use. This leads to lower crop yileds and makes it difficult for farming families to sustain their income. Without proper irrigation and soil conservation measures, agriculture—which is the backbone...

This year’s Ilocos Sur National High School Intramurals has been an exciting experience for me, even as a spectator. Walking into the campus and seeing the students filled with energy, dressed in their team colors, gave me a sense of pride. The atmosphere was alive with cheers, laughter, and a strong sense of unity. I didn’t join the games myself, but watching my schoolmates perform so well in their chosen sports made me realize how much talent we truly have in our school. I admired the basketball players the most, not just for their skill but for their teamwork. Every pass, every shot, and every strategy showed how much they practiced and how determined they were to bring pride to their team. The volleyball games were also exciting—each serve and spike was met with loud applause, and the players gave their all until the very last point. Even the track and field events amazed me. Watching students sprint with so much speed and endurance reminded me that sports are not only about compe...