History & Culture
Pre-colonial history, Spanish and American eras, regional traditions, languages, and culture.
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Aruray: Career and Filmography of Socorro de la Cruz
Socorro de la Cruz (Aruray) was a Filipino actress and comedian known for her work at Sampaguita Pictures from the 1940s to the 1960s.
Sumpong: Filipino Concept of Temporary Mood Withdrawal
Sumpong is a Filipino psychological concept describing temporary mood withdrawal and nonverbal resentment, rooted in cultural norms of savin...
Rodolfo Albano Jr.: Political Career and Public Service in Isabela
Rodolfo Albano Jr. was a Filipino lawyer and politician who served as House floor leader and ERC chairperson.
Karmina Constantino: Career, Journalism and Family Legacy
Profile of Filipino journalist Karmina Constantino, her career at ANC and DWPM, and her family's historical legacy.
Karylle: Career, Filmography and Cultural Impact
Ana Karylle Padilla Tatlonghari-Yuzon is a Filipino singer and actress known for Encantadia and stage musicals.
Kilig: The Filipino Concept of Romantic Excitement
Kilig is a Tagalog term for romantic excitement, added to the Oxford English Dictionary in 2016.
Jopay: Career, Discography and Public Life
Jopay is a Filipino singer, dancer and actress, known as an original member of the Sexbomb Singers and Girls.
Bob Ong: Pseudonym, Literary Career and Cultural Impact
Bob Ong is the pseudonym of an unknown Filipino author known for humorous, conversational books and web content that reflect Philippine life...
Jonaxx: Career, Literary Works and Digital Impact
Jonaxx is a Filipino author and the most followed Wattpad author worldwide, known for romance novels and her imprint Majesty Press.
Manobo: Indigenous Peoples, Languages and Subgroups of Mindanao
Overview of the Manobo indigenous peoples of Mindanao, their diverse subgroups, etymology, and genetic heritage.
Maricel Laxa: Career, Awards and Personal Life
Filipino actress Maricel Laxa's career in film and television, including her FAMAS and Star Award wins for Iisa Pa Lamang.
Marvin Agustin: Actor, Chef and Entrepreneur
Profile of Filipino actor and entrepreneur Marvin Agustin, covering his acting career, restaurant ventures and philanthropy.
Zaijian Jaranilla: Career, Filmography and Public Life
Filipino actor Zaijian Jaranilla rose to fame as Santino in May Bukas Pa. This profile covers his career from child star to adult performer.
Punnuk: Traditional Tugging Ritual and Game of the Tuwali People
Punnuk is a traditional tug of war ritual in Ifugao, Philippines, recognized by UNESCO in 2015.
Buklog: Subanen Thanksgiving Ritual and Intangible Cultural Heritage
Buklog is a Subanen thanksgiving ritual from the Zamboanga Peninsula, recognized by UNESCO in 2019 for urgent safeguarding.
Mangyan: Indigenous Peoples, Languages and Culture of Mindoro
Overview of the eight Mangyan indigenous groups of Mindoro, their languages, history, and cultural practices.
Merlinda Bobis: Life, Literary Career and Awards
Merlinda Bobis is a Filipina-Australian writer and academic known for novels like Banana Heart Summer and Locust Girl.
Fyang: Career, Pinoy Big Brother Victory and Public Life
Ashley Sofia 'Fyang' Dansico Smith is a Filipino actress and content creator who won Pinoy Big Brother: Gen 11 in 2024.
Nukso nang Nukso: 1960 LVN Pictures Comedy Film
Analysis of the 1960 Philippine comedy film Nukso nang Nukso, starring Pugo and Bentot, and its 2024 restoration.
Lilet: Career, Discography and Television Return
Filipino singer and actress Lilet, known as the Muse of OPM, discusses her music career, filmography, and television return.