History & Culture
Pre-colonial history, Spanish and American eras, regional traditions, languages, and culture.
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Elia Ilano: Career, Awards and Youth Leadership
Elia Ilano is a Filipino actress and youth leader known for roles in Ulan, La Luna Sangre, and international award-winning performances.
Cassy Legaspi: Career, Family Legacy and Television Work
Profile of Filipino actress Cassy Legaspi, daughter of Zoren Legaspi and Carmina Villarroel, and her career in film and television.
Kelly Misa: Modeling Career and Television Presence
Kelly Misa is a Filipino model and TV host known for print ads, commercials, and roles on shows like Wowowee and M3.
E. San Juan Jr.: Literary Career, Cultural Studies and Diasporic Writings
Profile of Filipino American academic E. San Juan Jr., his contributions to cultural studies, Philippine literature, and diasporic poetry.
Mercedes Cabral: Career, Independent Film Legacy and Television Roles
Filipino actress Mercedes Cabral's career in independent cinema and television.
Margie Holmes: Career, Publications and Media Presence
Dr. Margie Holmes is a Filipina psychologist and television host known for pioneering sex therapy and relationship counseling in the Philipp...
Melissa Miranda: Chef, Restaurateur and Filipino Food Educator
Melissa Miranda is an American chef and restaurateur known for Musang in Seattle and her work in Filipino food education.
Carmen Pedrosa: Journalist, Biographer and Political Figure
Carmen Pedrosa was a Filipino journalist and biographer of Imelda Marcos, appointed to the PAGCOR board in 2016.
Janice de Belen: Career, Awards and Personal Life
Janice de Belen is a Filipino actress known as the Queen of Horror-Drama. This article covers her career, awards, and personal life.
One Oclarit: Life, Music and Legacy of the Blind Boholano Composer
Profile of One Oclarit, the blind Filipino lyricist and composer known for Cebuano Christian hymns and Bohol's cultural music.
Max Soliven: Journalist, Publisher and Martial Law Prisoner
Max Soliven (1929–2006) was a Filipino journalist and publisher who founded the Philippine Star and was imprisoned during the Martial Law er...
Awra Briguela: Career, Trans Identity and Public Life
Filipino actress and comedian Awra Briguela, known for Ang Probinsyano and Your Face Sounds Familiar Kids.
Jeremy Castro Baguyos: Career, Academic Contributions and Interactive Music
Filipino academic and musician Jeremy Castro Baguyos specializes in interactive computer music and double bass performance.
Alfred Yuson: Literary Career, Awards and Cultural Contributions
Alfred Yuson is a Filipino author, poet and filmmaker known for novels, poetry collections and documentary work.
Juan Villamor: Revolutionary, Politician and First Governor of Abra
Juan Villamor (1864–unknown) was a Filipino revolutionary, lawyer and politician who served as the first civil governor of Abra and later as...
Sheryl Cruz: Career, Music and Legacy
Filipino actress and singer Sheryl Cruz's career from child star to veteran performer.
Stacey Gabriel: Acting Career, Pageantry and Social Impact
Filipino actress and entrepreneur Stacey Gabriel's career in acting, beauty pageants and prison ministry.
Alex Magno: Political Scientist, Academic and Public Servant
Profile of Alex Magno, a Philippine political scientist, UP Diliman academic, and former DBP director.
Jose Zulueta: Political Career and Senate Presidency
Jose Zulueta was a Filipino lawyer and politician who served as Senate President in 1953 and Governor of Iloilo.
Vivoree Esclito: Career, Cultural Impact and Personal Life
Filipino actress and singer Vivoree Esclito's career from Pinoy Big Brother to Netflix and cultural representation.