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ENTERTAINMENT18HOSPITAL PLAYLIST Hospital Playlist is one of thedramas that would have its problemssolved by the end of the10episode instead of dragging itout for a couple more episodes.However, encountering sub-plotsmay be refreshing for some. Asthis drama includes a group ofwho are medical professionals who also formed aband together, the drama included music which thenbecame popular as the live concert for this drama waswell-received by the audiences. This drama is wholesomeand would be a slice-of-life type of series. As thisdrama centers on a group of long-time friends whobecame medical professionals and worked togetherin the same institute, Iwouldn’tbe surprised if you andyour friends would aim to be like the characters inthis series. Who knows? Maybe this drama would bea foreshadowing of you and your friends in the future?The Record of Youth drama is9about the growing numbers ofyoung individuals who try toachieve their dreams and aspirationsin life despite the difficulties.This drama was greetedwith mixed criticism as someaudiences felt like the first few episodes were too slowwhile the others found the first few episodes to be thebest parts of the series. A lot of critics online commentedthat they felt like was difficult to understand the latterpart of the series and were disappointed in how it waswritten. Something that people seem to enjoy were thecharacters present in the show and how well they wereportrayed by the actors. This drama was actively beingdiscussed online and the decision on whether this dramais worth the watch is divided so we recommend that youtake this show for a spin and see what the fuss is all about!Hi Bye, Mama! is a series thatdoesn’t have an antagonist as everyoneis a victim as they face8their predicaments. This dramawould also make you wonderwhat you would do if you werein the shoes of the character,Yu-ri, who exists as a ghost that remained on earth. Yuriis faced with the choice to exist once again but at thecost of the happiness of both her husband who had remarriedand their daughter. As if that wasn’t enoughto consider, there is also the dilemma of whether shewill reveal herself to those who had been yearningfor her. It is no surprise that this drama is loved by itsviewers, as its plot is different. If in case you haven’theard of this series yet, add it to your “Watch later”playlist or you could also go ahead and binge-watchthe drama because you definitely won’t regret it!THE KING: ETERNAL MONARCHThis has been one of the mostanticipated K-drama series, and7fans were left satisfied becauseof the lessons on love and lifethat were imparted on this show.It is a slow-paced series and despitethe fans appreciating thelessons in the show, it under-whelmed its audiences especiallywhen the writer behind this drama wrote Goblinand Descendants of the Sun both of which becamepopular so the standards were set pretty high on TheKing: Eternal Monarch. Although if you have seen thisseries and enjoyed the mystery and science fiction elementsof the show, you’d probably like Moon Lovers:Scarlet Heart Ryeo as there are some similarities withthe vibes between the two dramas. The King: EternalMonarch is still worth the watch despite it performingless than expected, but since this was Lee Min Ho’s firstdrama after his military service, it probably explainswhy it made it into the most-searched list of this year.Top 10 Most Searched Korean Dramas of 2020THE RECORD OF YOUTHHI BYE, MAMA!Backstreet Rookie has6been mentioned severaltimes in online platformsand communities, be it asa series that they enjoyedor disliked. The dramafeatures a strong and confidentfemale lead whilstthe male lead is portrayed as a shy individual.his setup may not be 100%unique but it is not cliché. BackstreetRookie was heavily criticized due tothe presence of sexual innuendos thatare not appropriate for public viewing.The criticisms were mostly on howthe audiences did not expect the suggestivecontent and did not mind theplot of the drama. Of course, you couldgive this drama a fair shot and seewhether the good criticisms outweighthe bad criticisms the drama facedbut maybe do not watch this withyour parents. Just watch it for the plot.This is a very relatable dramaeven if you are not5married, in a relationship,or rich enough to be ableto afford a house too bigfor a family of three in aquiet neighborhood filledwith houses that are really,just too big in general.just too big in general. The World ofthe Married is a nice drama if you’relooking to take a break from watchingromantic comedies or Korean dramasthat usually have young adults as themain characters. This show depicts justhow problems can make or break peopleregardless of their social standing.The actors played their roles perfectlyso that even their heartbreak and frustrationscan be felt by the viewers. Thecharacters in this series are very smart,cunning, and bold in their own waysthat it’s easy to binge-watch as we anticipatewhat will be happening next.4Inby Kirsten Rain V. LapuzBACKSTREET ROOKIETHE WORLD OF THE MARRIEDITAEWON CLASScase you’ve been livingunder a rock, ItaewonClass has been on a lotof people’s binge-watchrecommendations. Thedrama was well-receivedby a lot of its audiencewhile some claimed that it did not liveto their expectations despite the massivediscussions and praise surroundingthe series. Itaewon Class is well-writtenwhere even its sub-plots are interestingand will have you hooked on the show.This drama doesn’t revolve exclusivelyaround romance, which makes it allbetter. Itaewon Class not only deliversa good plot but also lessons in lifethat we needed to be reminded of,such as finding joy in the little thingsand being brave enough to see peoplefor how they really are. Being skepticalabout the series is understandabledue to it being mildly cliché but itwouldn’t be one of the most hypedupseries if it wasn’t all that good.3StartUp memes became viral,especially the ones thatinvolved the two characters,Han Ji Pyeong and Nam DoSan, as fans all over the worlddebated on who the “bestboy” is. The Start Up dramais a very modern series foryoung adults and millennials to relate to,as it tackles romance and business whichis very relevant, especially with the rise ofbusiness establishments. A lot of people areaggressively sharing their opinions and admirationfor this series online as they proudlydeclare which romantic pairing they aresiding with. There is a big chance that watchingthis series would trigger your “secondlead syndrome” (preference for the secondlead character) even if you didn’t know youhad it! Overall, this series is a must-watch,and maybe then you’d also join the debatebetween who the “best boy” really is.2Thisdrama garnered a tonof positive reviews for itswell-written plot and its abilityto represent a storylinethat focuses on mental illnessin such a way that it doesn’tdraw negative attentionand offend the communitywhich we may all admit, could be challengingespecially when the whole worldcould criticize the show. As the showreaches the audiences with all the emotionsthe characters have felt includingpain, confusion, and anger. The series neverfails to include the importance of healingas the characters face their challengeswith others and themselves. Each episodewill be better than the last and it balancesthe overall emotions in the series as It’sOkay to Not be Okay includes comic reliefas well as the sweet romance that rarelygoes missing with these Korean dramas.1START UPIT’S OKAY TO NOT BE OKAYCRASH LANDING ON YOUThis Korean drama series becameso popular that audiencesfrom different age groupswatched the show mainly becauseof the lead character portrayedby Hyun Bin and the interestingplot that mainly takesplace in North Korea as thefemale lead played by Son Ye-jin accidentallyfinds herself in. The differences betweenthese two individuals drew a lot of viewersinto the series and witnessed the growth ineveryone’s character while they fell in love.Everything in this drama was well-executedand it was as funny as it was heart-warmingand nerve wracking. The ending may nothave been most satisfying, but it was practicalbecause both characters had somethingin their lives that they couldn’t leave behindeven if they wanted to and it is okay. Theending is written that way to consider thepracticability of the situation makes it moreimmersive for for the audience as not everythingcan go the way that we want it tobe but it could always be close enough andI think that’s one of the things that makesCrash Landing on You the most-searchedKorean drama series for the year 2020.
emed techM/memed-tek/Everyone loves memes nowadaysdon’t we? Hmmm shallwe unleash your inner passionfor memes? The mechanics aresimple: Create a caption for 3blank templates below. It shouldbe related to Medical Technologyand Medicine. The Top 3funniest/wittiest memes thatwill receive the most numberof votes from the student bodyto be administered via GoogleForms will be featured in the INFOCUS Official Facebook Pageand will receive a prize of Php500.00, Php 400.00, Php 300.00for tops 1, 2, and 3, respectively.by Joseph Michael MonteroAll submitted memes will be reviewed by the IN FOCUS Content Review and Regulatory Committeeand should meet the following general terms and conditions listed below:1. All entries should only come from a bonafide student of Trinity University of Asia – College ofMedical Technology.2. All submitted memes should be original and should not violate the Republic Act No. 8293 (IntellectualProperty Code of the Philippines).3. No offensive or derogatory statements should be made against the Students, College, the University,and the Medical Technology Profession.4. Keep it simple and short.5. All entries should be submitted to IN FOCUS’s official email: cmt.infocus@gmail.com on or beforeMarch 8, 2021.For a clearer copy of the memes, kindly go to this Google Drive Folder: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1a8C7fPuIdy3UJ38DLfKUQm6D-jdkviXx?usp=sharingCMT’S LABYRINTHby Christina Faye ValdezOh no! Sy, Em T. is reviewing his notes for an upcomingquiz but spaced repetition and compartmentalizationis not enough for him to ace his quiz. Can you guidehim through the maze to help him earn a 1.00 grade?
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