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It started with a kitten's cry in a pile of garbage. Since then, every cry has been too loud to ignore for Sherma Benosa. She's been rescuing kittens and now a pet parent of 47 cats. This is her voice on
It started with a kitten's cry in a pile of garbage. Since then, every cry has been too loud to ignore for Sherma Benosa. She's been rescuing kittens and now...
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A place where they can find peace and security. Can refugees find such place in Europe? As the refugee crisis in Europe is still far from settlement, Refugee...
The crisis in teenage pregnancy in the Philippines has been a long battle and has continuously challenging the s*x and health education and economic sectors of the country. Karen, 13 years old, will soon be among the growing numbers of teenage mothers. Is she ready for the responsibility of a young parent? Listen to her story and the current status of teenage pregnancy in the Philippines on (One Decade and Three Years).
The Commission on Population and Development (POPCOM) in the Philippines declared Teenage Pregnancy as a national and social emergency. Among the 17 regions ...
The Commission on Population and Development (POPCOM) in the Philippines declared Teenage Pregnancy as a national and social emergency. Among the 17 regions in the country, CALABARZON (Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal, Quezon) recorded the highest number of cases with nearly 25,000 live births from teenage mothers in 2019. The numbers are expected to rise with coronavirus, spreading since last year. The 13-year-old Karen from Laguna will be part of the new records of adolescent mothers.
What are the common causes of the growing numbers of teenage mothers? What are the complications that girls can face when they get pregnant at a very young age? Find out more on this issue on , premiering on May 15 at 20:30 (PH Time) on Alapaap Media YouTube Channel.
With convenience stores rising like mushrooms in different streets in Seoul, South Korea, more ready-to-eat and well-packed items are consumed, leaving more trash to manage. With the busy lifestyle in the capital, is it still possible to reduce waste, to shift into ?
With convenience stores rising like mushrooms in different streets in Seoul, South Korea, more ready-to-eat and well-packed items are consumed, leaving more ...
Inspired by the nature’s call to be protected and the people’s stories to be heard, a group of young people pledge to take actions—started with the dream of transforming seeds into forest and now with growing possibilities to spread awareness on climate crisis. As part of today’s population, are you also willing to make changes for your community? shares some of the small steps you can start with.
Inspired by the nature’s call to be protected and the people’s stories to be heard, a group of young people pledge to take actions—started with the dream of ...
How far can you go to pursue your hobby? How deep can you go to find a source of income? Watch "Malalim Na Alkansya" to discover how Pangil River in Laguna, Philippines serves as an underwater treasures hub for an antique collector and coin hunter.
Pangil River in Laguna, Philippines is one of the living witnesses of the past. As one of the oldest towns in the province, Pangil is not a surprise to cater...
Pangil River in Laguna, Philippines is one of the living witnesses of the past. As one of the oldest towns in the province, Pangil is not a surprise to cater a lot of history’s traces, giving antique enthusiasts a place to explore their interests. Among them is Bob Dilan Pajarillo, a 26-year-old coin hunter. Know about how he turned his hobby into a source of income on , premiering tomorrow at 20:30 (PH Time) on Alapaap Media YouTube channel.
“One of the reasons why we were matching them was discrimination. They didn’t find a home or room because of discrimination towards their name, their skin colour.” – Anna Larcher of Flüchtlinge Willkommen Österreich/Refugees Welcome International
International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination reminds us to open our doors for those who need home, to offer peace and safety for the victims of persecution.
A place where they can find peace and security. Can refugees find such place in Europe? As the refugee crisis in Europe is still far from settlement, Refugee...
A place where they can find peace and security. Can refugees find such place in Europe? As the refugee crisis in Europe is still far from settlement, Refugees Welcome International, an organization started in 2014, has been bridging the gaps between the oppression victims and the locals by encouraging them to live in shared apartments or houses. The organization’s team in Austria (Flüchtlinge Willkommen Österreich) has secured over 600 matchings since their founding in 2015. More about the journey of the refugees in finding their home in Europe on , premiering tomorrow at 13:30 (CET) on Alapaap Media YouTube Channel.
A woman who values her worth and who embraces her identity should be celebrated. Continue raising your voice, Diana Navarro! Cheers to another year of being empowered!
In a country where whitening products are highly patronised, how can black people stay beautiful? how can diversity be fully accepted? In the Philippines, th...
The production of ‘Lambanog’ (coconut wine) has been a long tradition in Liliw, Laguna, creating a source of income for coconut sap ‘mangangaret’ (collector) and wine maker. With the poisoning incidents in 2019, coconut wine prices in Laguna dropped and loads of collected coconut sap remained unprocessed. How has the industry doing since then? For more on this issue, watch our latest episode, .
In 2019, several incidents of ‘Lambanog’ (coconut wine) poisoning were reported, leaving people in fear to consume the traditional drink. The coconut wine ma...
In 2019, several incidents of ‘Lambanog’ (coconut wine) poisoning were reported, leaving people in fear to consume the traditional drink. The coconut wine makers in Liliw, Laguna were then heavily affected by the sudden loss of demand. Today, is the coconut wine industry back to its usual business? How is the industry ensuring the safety of its consumers? Find out more about this local Filipino drink on , premiering today at 8:30 PM (PH Time) on Alapaap Media YouTube Channel
of Indonesia and to all the women who stood and are standing for their voices, Happy !
She felt that her wings were being crippled by her own father. She left home at 17 and lived under the bridge. While living in the street community, she foun...
From planting trees to helping farmers sell their produce, how many communities can you help survive from flooding and starving? From conserving endemic animals to initiating relief operations, how many lives can you safeguard?
Watch to get to know some environmental initiatives that you can participate.
Inspired by the nature’s call to be protected and the people’s stories to be heard, a group of young people pledge to take actions—started with the dream of ...
Inspired by the nature’s call to be protected and the people’s stories to be heard, a group of young people pledge to take actions—started with the dream of transforming seeds into forest and now with growing possibilities to spread awareness on climate crisis.
As part of today’s population, are you also willing to make changes for your community? Find out what small steps you can do on , premiering at 8:30 PM (PH Time) on Alapaap Media YouTube Channel.
To see and discover what the people are really trying to protect, you have
Beyond guns, wars, protests, crying, what’s actually happening in the land of ? Baha Hilo from To Be There and Kristel from s...
Beyond guns, wars, protests, crying, what’s actually happening in the land of Palestine? Baha Hilo from To Be There and Kristel from Stories from Palestine shared their on the ground experiences, trusting people behind the walls and borders to visit and understand Palestine’s roots and battles.
premieres tomorrow at 8:30 PM (PH Time) on YouTube Channel.
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"Everybody deserves compassion, whether you are stray or whether you are local or an imported cat. Why can't we love our own?" - Sherma Benosa
It started with a kitten's cry in a pile of garbage. Since then, every cry has been too loud to ignore for Sherma Benosa. She's been rescuing kittens and now...
It started from a kitten’s cry in a pile of garbage in 2010. Since then, every cry is too loud to ignore for Sherma Benosa who is now a “hoomom”/parent of 47 cats.
More of her cat rescue stories on , premiering tomorrow at 8:30 PM (PH Time) on Channel.
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2020 is a year of less gatherings, less festivals, less concerts. In Barcelona—a usually lively city—the lockdown started in March and most were left with doubts on what’s happening in the next weeks, next months. When it became ‘too quiet’ and people were already feeling ‘lonely’ by staying at home, music came to bring back their lives. On March 18, Jennifer Parnall opened her windows and started to play the piano and sing—the 100 Days of started.
2020 is a year of less gatherings, less festivals, less concerts. In Barcelona—a usually lively city—the started in March and most were left with d...
When Barcelona, Spain was turned into silence, music was a way to lift a neighborhood. For 100 days, Jennifer Parnall committed to share her love for music, to somehow ease the uncertainties brought by months of lockdown. More on her story on , premiering at 13:30 (CET) on YouTube Channel.
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With passion, perseverance, and prayer, Dr. Melvin De Jesus had a long but fulfilling journey in becoming a Physician. But he’s just starting. More about his story on .
He started dreaming to be a Doctor 15 years ago. He fought and won the battle against Cancer ten years ago. This year, he became a Licensed Physician. This i...
He started dreaming to be a Doctor 15 years ago. He fought and won the battle against Cancer ten years ago. This year, he became a Licensed Physician. This is Dr. Melvin De Jesus’ story on , premiering tomorrow at 8:30 PM (PH Time) on YouTube Channel.
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How are the people in Polillo Group of Islands (POGI) two weeks after destroyed their homes, health facilities and livelihood? Dr. Deanne Cuevas with the group of Doctors To The Barrio (DTTB) and other individuals have been running a donation drive for food relief and reconstruction activities. In Patnanungan, a fifth class municipality in POGI, rebuilding the isolation facility and hundreds of totally destroyed houses is the main concern. Find out how you can help and to make sure that .
How are the people in Polillo Group of Islands (POGI) two weeks after destroyed their homes, health facilities and livelihood? Dr. Deanne Cue...
Hundreds of houses were damaged and the isolation facility in Patnanungan was destroyed after (international name: Vamco) made a landfall more than two weeks ago. Patnanungan is part of the Polillo Group of Islands (POGI) and the access to mainland has been difficult, leaving the communities with limited amount of assistance. Find out how the group of Doctors and other good Samaritans have been raising funds to help the people in the islands to get back on their feet, especially to rebuild their homes and health infrastructure.
premieres tomorrow at 8:30 PM (PH Time) on YouTube Channel.
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Meet Cutie the Amputee!
Follow Jobelle's journey on the Amputee is part of . It is a miniseries that tackles different social advocacy and issues t...
As a kid, street is your playground and legs are your best friends. As you grow old, what if you are bound to touch the ground with limitations and to lose one of your best pals? For Jobelle Ponta-oy, a Cancer Patient, letting go means allowing greater things to come. More on the story of this young and brave fighter on . Watch the premiere tomorrow at 8:30 PM (PH Time) on Alapaap Media YouTube Channel.
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in La Union!
Whether on bars, floors or sand, they move like extraordinary because more than of enjoying, they found their sports as life changing. The combination of the word “Bar” and the name of their Province, “La Union” derived the term “Labarion”. It was coined by the four teenagers who swiftly...
No one will be left behind. Someone will always be .
How to take care of your mental health in times of a pandemic? What are the common misconceptions about the people, suffering from mental disorder? A Psychia...
How to take care of your mental health in times of a pandemic? What are the common misconceptions about the people, suffering from mental disorder? Find out on tomorrow at 8:00 AM (PH TIME).
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Lola Nemie had set an incomparable standard in her most noble role.
When should a woman's responsibility begin? Until when she should provide? Is there a limitation? Is there anything we call a finished obligation? An 82-year-old fish vendor from Laguna, Philippines had set an incomparable standard in her most noble role as a grandmother. Who could not be astounded....
How should a Queen act? What does a Queen stand for?
For the first ever Miss Trans Global, Mela Franco Habijan, these what make a Real Queen. WATCH: bit.ly/VOHMELAbanTayo
A personal encounter with her sprouted even more our respect for the long-time heroes—the Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs).
She was never fearless and had doubts. At some point, she wept. Jay Ocampo vividly remembers the tears of pain, as well as the satisfaction while approaching the airport's luggage counter to take off her first flight bound for Taiwan seven years ago. A personal encounter with her had even surged up....
How is the integration of little people in the Philippines going? Are little people treated according to their capabilities? Find out on
How is the integration of little people in the Philippines going? Are little people treated according to their capabilities?Glorian Tomen, Founding Member of Bi...
“Dwarfism is not a reason to assume that someone is incapable.” – Maria Glorian Bernarte Tomen, Founding Member of Big Dreams for Little People - Philippines Inc. -aka BDLPP
Her story of standing tall, calling for equal opportunities, and spreading awareness on . Watch the premiere tomorrow on Alapaap Media YouTube Channel.
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What can a film do for the people, for the society? The founder of Sine Abreño, Dexter Macaraeg, will share his story on filmmaking this Saturday. #Pelikula premieres at 8:30 PM on Alapaap Media YouTube Channel. SUBSCRIBE: bit.ly/AlapaapMedia #VoicesofHumans #VoicesofHumansDocu #AlapaapMedia
What is your ideal living? For Chef Francis Ocoma, it’s the farm life. #BuhayBukid premieres tomorrow at 9:30 PM (PH Time) on Alapaap Media: bit.ly/AlapaapMedia #VoicesofHumans #VoicesofHumansDocu #AlapaapMedia
“We have sports that can be a hobby and can divert our problems.” #BatangBaras premieres tomorrow at 8:30 PM (PH Time). Subscribe to Alapaap Media: bit.ly/2m93DID #Calisthenics #VoicesofHumans #VoicesofHumansDocu #AlapaapMedia
Until when can you support your family? Watch #Otsenta tomorrow at 8:30 PM (PH Time) at Alapaap Media YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE: bit.ly/2m93DID #VoicesofHumans #VoicesofHumansDocu #AlapaapMedia
Do you believe in destiny? #Itinadhana (Destined) premieres tomorrow at 6PM (PH time) on YouTube. Subscribe to Alapaap Media: bit.ly/2m93DID #VoicesofHumans #VoicesofHumansDocu #AlapaapMedia
Painting has saved Amado’s life. #Pinsel (Paintbrush) premieres today 8:30 PM (PH Time). Subscribe to Alapaap Media on YouTube: bit.ly/2m93DID #VoicesofHumans #VoicesofHumansDocu #AlapaapMedia
To lessen the number of children who are skipping school, arts make a way. The story of using photography to pursue education on #LarawanNgEdukasyon (Portrait of Education). Subscribe to Alapaap Media YouTube channel for the premiere at 8:30 PM (PH Time): bit.ly/2m93DID #VoicesofHumans #VoicesofHumansDocu #AlapaapMedia
What's your dream house? Sometimes, dreaming doesn't need to be big. Watch #Tahanan (Home) later at 8:30 PM (PH Time) at Alapaap Media YouTube Channel: bit.ly/2m93DID #Home #VoicesofHumans #VoicesofHumansDocu #AlapaapMedia
#MyBias explores the world of fangirling, of being an #ARMY (the fandom name of the Korean Boy Group, #BTS). Behind every cheer, every shout of the favourite member’s (bias) name, every view of music video, are the different stories of the million fans all over the world. Pau Pau shares what does fangirling mean to her. Watch with English subtitles: bit.ly/2Ro8fXt #VoicesofHumans #VoicesofHumansDocu #AlapaapMedia ----- Special thanks to BTS OT7 ARMYS for their consent to film their gathering.
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