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Diocese of Dipolog: Ecclesiastical History and Jurisdiction in Zamboanga del Norte

The Diocese of Dipolog is a Latin Catholic diocese in Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines, established in 1967.

History & Culture

Pusyon Bisaya: Political Coalition and Electoral History

Defunct Filipino political party active from 1978 to 1984, led by Hilario Davide.

Universities & Education

Paulino Gullas: Lawyer, Journalist and Cebu Politician

Paulino Gullas (1891–1945) was a Cebuano lawyer, founder of The Freeman newspaper, and WWII legislator known for his secret guerrilla intell...

History & Culture

Karaeng Matoaya: Islamization and Trade in the Sultanate of Gowa-Tallo

Karaeng Matoaya (c. 1573–1636) was the ruler of Tallo and first minister of Gowa who converted to Islam in 1605, transforming Makassar into...

Cities & Municipalities

Caba, La Union: Municipality Profile and Historical Heritage

Caba, La Union is a coastal municipality known as the birthplace of Diego Silang and for its bamboo industry.

Provinces

Ako Bicol: Political Party, Electoral History and Controversies

Overview of Ako Bicol political party, its election results, legal challenges, and the 2018 murder of Congressman Rodel Batocabe.

Provinces

Cabra Island Lighthouse: Historic Maritime Landmark in Occidental Mindoro

Historic first-order lighthouse in Occidental Mindoro, Philippines. Built by Spain in 1889, now abandoned and vandalized.

Provinces

Battle of Tayabas: 1898 Campaign and Spanish Surrender

The 1898 Battle of Tayabas was a 2-month siege led by General Miguel Malvar, ending Spanish rule in the province.

Universities & Education

University of Cabuyao: History, Academic Programs and Institutional Profile

Public university in Cabuyao, Laguna, founded in 2003 by Mayor Proceso Aguillo following the closure of the LSPU satellite campus.