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During the lockdown, many things have changed and one of it is when people are encouraged to remain inside their houses to prevent the spread of the virus. Some people don't know how to cope up with the stress that they are facing due to the lockdown. Many were not only stressed out but they are already having anxiety which led to depression. Mental health was one of the factors which greatly affected each individual.

Way back year 2020 amidst the lockdown, I saw a similar post as this being shared on social media particularly on Facebook. This actually helped me realize something back then and that was I can use music to ease the anxiety that I was feeling before. This video may have not been viral for a few months but because of this, it gave people light. That no matter what, we can still connect to one another not only through social media or face-to-face meet ups but also through music.

2020 was indeed the year when things turned upside-down but the virus was not the "hindrance" for people to stay connected with each other, because of it, people started to build strong relationships and help one another cope up with mental health issues. This viral post serves as people's "light and hope" amidst the pandemic.

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ITALY is Bouncing even when they're on Lockdown from CoronaVirus

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ERAP on staged cleanup: "It's sabotage."

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ERAP on staged cleanup: "It's sabotage."

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Do you remember "Gina Lopez"? She was one of the people which promotes environmental awareness and had a lot of plans to make Philippines great again and that was through educating people using a documentary about environmental awareness.

How about Meryl Streep? Leonardo DiCaprio? Ben Affleck? Channing Tatum? Do these names ring a bell? If you aren't familiar of the people I have mentioned, they are actually environmental activists. They promote environmental awareness and used their popularity or media platforms to address the issues relating to the environment.

The reason why I am talking about this is because of what ERAP did. Indeed that was a staged cleanup drive. If he actually wants to help the environment and to somehow help lessen the issues about proper waste disposal, he should have not done that. On an interview, he said, "It's sabotage." I highly think that it wasn't because if it was, he should've stopped the woman who was instructing others to throw the garbage that was collected back to the sea. This issue must be addressed and that all the people behind this act should've been punished because what they did was punishable by the law.

The reason this was brought up because I want others to know how we should value nature and never abuse it just so other people will think that you are actually promoting environmental awareness and helping out our environment. Nature must not be included to solely increase politicians image because in order to gain people's trust do something to aid their needs than pretending to be a good politician who is truly and honestly serving the country.

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Jose Rodel Clapano (The Philippine Star) - July 22, 2017 - 4:00pm

MANILA, Philippines - Taking flak from netizens over an ABS-CBN report showing that the Manila Bay cleanup drive last Friday was staged, Mayor Joseph Estrada yesterday washed his hands of the controversy.

"I have nothing to do with that. It's sabotage. I was invited there to lead the cleanup drive of Manila Bay," Estrada told The STAR in a telephone interview.

The ABS-CBN report showed a woman throwing garbage into the bay and two divers ensuring that the trash floated near the boat Estrada was riding.

In the video, the reporter asked why the woman threw the sack of garbage.

"Cleanup po iyan. Pupulutin po ulit para lang may photo (The garbage will be picked up again so there will be photos)," the woman said.

Asked if he is aware of any directive to throw waste in Manila Bay for publicity photos, Estrada said in the televised report, "for publicity only, but we are serious in cleaning Manila Bay."

Sol Arboladura, director of Manila Tourism and Cultural Affairs Bureau, said in the report that the cleanup drive was not initiated by the city government but by the Rizal Park Hotel and the cleanup will be done monthly.

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources said throwing garbage into Manila Bay is punishable by law but DENR Undersecretary Ma. Paz Luna, in the report, said it is unclear who ordered that trash be thrown into the bay.

Rizal Park Hotel chairman Simon Paz said the cleanup drive is part of the firm's corporate social responsibility program. The hotel is the former historic Army Navy Club, restored by developer Oceanville Hotel and Spa Corp.

Mark Brian Paz, Oceanville executive vice president, said it is an honor to be a partner in efforts to bring Manila's old beauty and glory.

The Supreme Court, on Dec. 18, 2008, gave 13 government agencies 10 years to clean up and rehabilitate Manila Bay.

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Jose Rodel Clapano (The Philippine Star) - July 22, 2017 - 4:00pm MANILA, Philippines - Taking flak from netizens over an ABS-CBN report showing that the Manila Bay cleanup drive last Friday was staged, Mayor Joseph Estrada yesterday washed his hands of the controversy. "I have nothing to do with that.

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Manila Bay: Dolomite Sand Project Controversy

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Manila Bay: Dolomite Sand Project Controversy

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The reason why I chose this viral issue is to let the people realize that cleanliness is essential to one's life and to inspire other people to be mindful of their obligation as a citizen and to promote environmental friendly society. As what  the government is saying the beautification of the bay will “signify cleanliness.”

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MANILA BAY REHAB. The Manila Bay white sand project continues to pique the public's curiosity as bikers and other passersby on Sept. 6, 2020 stop and try to take a look at the large heap of white sand at the bayfront. Manila Bay has always been famous for its breathtaking sunset. (PNA photo by Avito C. Dalan)

MANILA - Controversy hounded the move to use crushed dolomite boulders along a portion of the Manila Bay beach, a vital part of the bigger Manila Bay rehabilitation project spearheaded by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).

In September, the overlaying of the dolomite in Manila Bay beach or the beach nourishment project caught public attention, stirring curiosity and setting off waves of people flocking to the area to get a glimpse of the "white sands".

Many criticized the project, throwing allegations at the DENR, calling the project a health hazard and a waste of public funds.

But the DENR emphasized that the beach nourishment with the use of dolomite is a significant component of the rehabilitation aimed to protect the coastal resources in the area and prevent coastal flooding, erosion, and pollution.

Being a mineral, a naturally occurring chemical compound that is calcium magnesium carbonate, DENR said the dolomite is not detrimental to the ecosystems of Manila Bay, and is a known neutralizer that lessens the acidity of seawater making it popular for use in fish aquariums.

As to the claim that the dolomites allegedly pose health hazards to the public, the Department of Health also assured that "no untoward incidents will occur as a result of the endeavor".

The DOH said the dolomite material used for the project is 100 times bigger than dust, hence it does not get suspended in the air that would make it hazardous.

The health said the "dolomite, in its bulk state, is not a known health hazard" and is not included in the list of carcinogens.

The estimated cost of the entire Manila Bay rehabilitation project is PHP389 million, of which, around PHP28 million is allotted for the dolomite overlay.

On claims that the project is a waste of public funds, Cimatu assured the public that the funds used for the project will not be put to waste as people expressed fears that the dolomite sands would simply be washed away especially during typhoons.

He said engineering interventions were made to prevent the artificial white sand from being washed away.

The project, he said, likewise passed the required environmental impact assessment.

Despite the criticisms, many also expressed appreciation especially when people started flocking to have their pictures taken at the beach area.

For many, this is a man-made white sand beach in the middle of the city, a first in history seen by many, including the local government of Manila where it is situated, to boost local and international tourism and generate jobs for residents.

The DENR said the beach nourishment project is more than just aesthetics.

It said it is a strategy to promote pro-environment behavior among Filipinos with the hope that the white sand would inspire people to be more mindful of their obligation to help keep the Manila Bay clean.
Manila Bay rehab to continue
The Manila Bay rehabilitation efforts also include continuous bay and estero clean-ups and the setting up of sewage treatment plants.

The whole program, which started in January 2019, was also called "Battle for Manila Bay" aimed at "restoring the water quality of Manila Bay in accordance with the Writ of Continuing Mandamus of the Supreme Court".

Among the challenges faced by the DENR this year are the limitations in mobilizing people due to the community quarantines imposed because of the Covid-19 pandemic.

"Our work continues despite the limitations in mobilizing people, especially for our clean-up, monitoring, and enforcement activities," said Cimatu.

He said among the significant accomplishments for the rehabilitation is the inauguration of the solar-powered sewage treatment plant (STP) in July.

He said STP is capable of treating 500,000 liters of wastewater per day from three drainage outfalls-Padre Faura, Remedios, and Estero de San Antonio Abad.

A significant decrease in fecal coliform has been recorded in three priority sites, namely, the Baywalk area, Estero de San Antonio Abad, and Baseco Beach.

In the Baywalk area alone, fecal coliform went down to 2,211,833 most probable number per 100 milliliters (MPN/100ml), compared to 5,666,213 MPN/100ml in 2019.

Regular clean-up activities were also regularly conducted in creeks, esteros, and river systems.

An average of 60 metric tons of garbage was collected daily for a total of 24,471.30 metric tons from 2019.

With the help of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), dredging and desilting operations were also ramped up.

DENR said a total of 210,549 cubic meters (m3) of silts and submerged garbage were dredged in the Baywalk area while about 551,768.72 m3 of dredged materials were collected from the different esteros, creeks, and rivers.

These include esteros in eight priority river systems: San Juan River, Pasig River, Tullahan-Tinajeros River, Navotas-Malabon River, Parañaque River, Las Piñas-Zapote River, Taguig-Pateros River, and Marikina River.

Moreover, geo-engineering interventions have been introduced in the bay areas that include the installation of trash booms and silt curtains.

Portable toilets were also installed at Parola compound in Tondo in partnership with the Manila city government and other stakeholders.

The project aims to minimize open defecation in Manila Bay by informal settler families (ISFs) in Manila.

In Baseco, a circumferential sewerage interceptor was constructed and communal septic tanks were installed to minimize the direct discharge of untreated wastewater to the bay.

The DENR is optimistic that said measures will help clean the waters of Manila Bay.

However, Cimatu said the whole Manila Bay rehabilitation project will not be successful without the help and cooperation of the public.

He said this is not only an effort of the government but of every Filipino working hand in hand.

The cleanup and rehabilitation of the Manila Bay are guided by the Operational Plan for the Manila Bay Coastal Strategy which covers the period 2017-2022, and by Administrative Order No. 16 issued by President Rodrigo Roa Duterte in 2019.

The President's directive also includes the monitoring of establishments for pollution and compliance to required standards, as well as the monitoring of water quality in key river mouths, outfalls, and bathing beaches along the Manila Bay region. (PNA)

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2020: Manila Bay dolomite sand project stirs controversy

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MANILA - Controversy hounded the move to use crushed dolomite boulders along a portion of the Manila Bay beach, a vital part of the bigger Manila Bay rehabilitation project spearheaded by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).In September, the overlaying of the...

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The reason why I chose this viral video is because any teenagers can relate to this and also I believed it gave awareness to those teenagers especially teens under 18 years old to follow the curfew protocols.

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VIRAL: Estudyanteng kukuha lang ng food delivery, dinampot dahil sa 'paglabag' | TV Patrol

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I choose this viral video since many Filipinos are working as an OFW and most of them can relate to the situation. This video awaken foreigners who treat OFWs unfairly and injustice or see them as mere slaves. Through this, we will be able to promote equality and that to those people employers who are doing this to OFWs must not escape from the law and will be punished severely.

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VIRAL VIDEO NG BRUTAL NA PANG-AAPI NG ISANG AMO SA ISANG OFW SA SAUDI.

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The reason why I choose this viral issue is to give awareness and realization for all police officers or any public officials that extrajudicial killing is not right. It is unlawful act which can violate the human rights. Yes, we can made mistakes because we are not perfect. But killing is not an acceptable nor it is inappropriate way of punishment for those who can made mistake because according to the 7th commandment of the Bible, "Thou shalt not kill". With this, it is necessary to be followed because only God has the right to take the life of every individuals.

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VIRAL: Estudyanteng kukuha lang ng food delivery, dinampot dahil sa 'paglabag' | TV Patrol

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"Obedience."

One of the reason why we considered this as an important viral post because it promotes obedience. As we all know, many teenagers lack this trait. Obeying to rules for some is not being acknowledge. They think that it is just okay not to follow or obey rules. Hence, we must instill the importance of obeying rules and regulations or protocols implemented by the Government.

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The viral video enables everyone especially those minors to realize the significance of obeying the curfew protocol inorder   to keep away from any danger/accident and to ensure the welfare of individuals.

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In my own point of view this video shows the essence and urged of following the rules given by the government in this time of pandemic. Curfews instill a responsibility to be followed and also curfew ensure safety, peace and control in our environment. In addition to that, people will find it as a way to be disciplined and will be able to  apply as a  general ethic and will make it as a habit.
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We choose this viral video in order to teenagers see the importance of curfew as of many teens fail to realize that curfews are actually beneficial to their overall well-being. Other teens perception of having a curfew is unfair or unreasonable but it's definitely not. Curfews are reasonable guidelines and should be followed.

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As for myself, I chose this particular viral video because it seem to be an "act of awareness" for all of the teens at this pandemic. I believe this video instills a feeling of responsibility in the active participation of problem-solving; encouraging adolescents to logically consider the consequences of this pandemic, allowing them to hypothetically evaluate the pros and cons of this curfew.