History & Culture
Pre-colonial history, Spanish and American eras, regional traditions, languages, and culture.
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Mary John Mananzan: Theologian, Nun and Feminist Activist
Profile of Filipina nun Mary John Mananzan, a theologian and activist known for Asian feminist theology and women's rights advocacy.
Raul Manglapus: Politician, Songwriter and Opposition Leader
Profile of Raul Manglapus, Filipino senator, songwriter of 'Mambo Magsaysay' and key opposition figure during Martial Law.
Nestor Mata: Journalist, Survivor of the Magsaysay Crash and Cultural Figure
Nestor Mata was a Filipino journalist and the sole survivor of the 1957 plane crash that killed President Ramon Magsaysay.
Hermenegildo Cruz: Labor Organizer, Legislator and Filipino Writer
Hermenegildo Cruz (1880–1943) was a pioneering Filipino labor organizer, legislator and author who shaped early Philippine labor laws and li...
Philippine English: History, Features and Usage
Overview of Philippine English, its history, linguistic features, and role in education and business.
Augusto Arbizo: Filipino Visual Artist and New York Art Curator
Augusto Arbizo is a Filipino visual artist, curator, and gallerist based in New York City, known for his work at 11R and Schwartzman&.
Jose Nolledo: Constitutional Law Expert and Author
Jose Nolledo is a Filipino lawyer, constitutional expert, and author of 168 law books, known for his role in the 1971 and 1986 Constitutiona...
Tanduyong Festival: Harvest Celebration in San Jose City
Annual harvest festival in San Jose City, Nueva Ecija, celebrating the Tanduyong shallot and local agriculture.
Tony Mabesa: Theater Director, Educator and National Artist
Tony Mabesa was a Filipino theater director, actor and professor known as a founding father of Philippine university theater.
Luisa Igloria: Poet, Educator and Virginia Poet Laureate
Luisa Igloria is a Filipina American poet, professor and Virginia Poet Laureate known for her award-winning collections and academic leaders...
Spanish language in the Philippines: History, Status and Influence
History and current status of the Spanish language in the Philippines, from colonial rule to modern revival efforts.
Southwestern Bontoc: Language Profile and Status
Profile of Southwestern Bontoc, a moribund language of the Philippines with 2470 speakers in 2007.
Jollibee: History, Expansion and Cultural Impact in the Philippines
History and global expansion of Jollibee, the Philippine fast-food chain founded by Tony Tan Caktiong.
Inno Sotto: Career, Collections and Cultural Legacy
Profile of Filipino fashion designer Inno Sotto, covering his career, notable collections, mentorship and cultural contributions.
Francisco Elizalde: Sports Administration and Business Leadership
Profile of Francisco Elizalde, Filipino sports official, IOC member, and business leader in the Elizalde industrial group.
San Fernando Frog Festival: History and Cultural Significance
The San Fernando Frog Festival in Pampanga preserves Kapampangan culture through frog catching competitions and culinary events.
Poklong Anading: Artistic Practice and Thematic Exploration
Overview of Filipino artist Poklong Anading's work in photography, video, and installation art.
Rose Tan: Career and Literary Works
Rose Tan is a Filipino writer known for romance and thriller Tagalog pocketbook novels, including the Bud Brothers Series.
Alta language: Classification and Status in Northern Luzon
Alta is a paraphyletic pair of Meso-Cordilleran languages spoken in northern Luzon, Philippines.
Sangir language: Classification, Phonology and Geographic Distribution
Overview of the Sangir language, an Austronesian language spoken in Indonesia and the Philippines, including its classification, phonology a...