History & Culture
Pre-colonial history, Spanish and American eras, regional traditions, languages, and culture.
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Ricor Buaron: Career and International Refereeing Profile
Profile of Filipino basketball referee Ricor Buaron, detailing his FIBA debut and international tournament history.
Kalabukay Festival: History, Activities and Cultural Significance in Dumaran
Overview of the Kalabukay Festival in Dumaran, Palawan, celebrating the red-vented cockatoo and local heritage since 2005.
Mila D. Aguilar: Poet, Activist and Educator
Mila D. Aguilar (1949–2023) was a Filipino poet and activist known for her underground work during the Marcos regime and her later conversio...
Philippine Republic: Historical Succession and Political Evolution
Overview of the five recognized Philippine Republics and earlier republican entities in Philippine history.
Daniel Franklin Pilario: Theologian, Educator and Public Servant
Profile of Daniel Franklin Pilario, Filipino theologian, Adamson University president and TRC official.
Cesare Syjuco: Multimedia Art, Poetry and Cultural Legacy
Profile of Cesare Syjuco, a multi-media artist, poet and art critic from Manila known for literary hybrids and experimental art.
Lamberto Antonio: Life, Literary Works and Legacy
Lamberto Antonio (1946–2024) was a Filipino writer from Nueva Ecija, known for his poetry, screenplays and translations.
Miguel Bernad: Jesuit Historian, Linguist and Educator
Miguel Bernad (1917–2009) was a Filipino Jesuit priest, historian, and educator. He founded Kinaadman and authored key works on Philippine h...
Ofelia Gelvezon-Tequi: Life, Art and Legacy of a Philippine Printmaking Pioneer
Ofelia Gelvezon-Tequi is a pioneering Filipina visual artist known for her political printmaking and paintings exploring women's roles and c...
History of the Philippines: From Prehistoric Polities to Modern Republic
Comprehensive overview of Philippine history from 709,000-year-old hominins to the 1946 independence.
Carrillo: History and Techniques of Philippine Shadow Puppetry
Carrillo is a traditional form of Philippine shadow puppetry from the Spanish colonial era, featuring cardboard puppets and moro-moro tales.
Paynauen Duyan Festival
Paynauen Duyan Festival is a Philippine holiday. Details are limited in current sources.
Ramon Muzones: Life, Works and Legacy of a National Artist for Literature
Ramon Muzones (1913–1992) was a Filipino writer and lawyer who popularized Hiligaynon literature and was named a National Artist in 2018.
Coy Placido: Composer, Guitarist and Graphic Artist
Coy Placido is a Filipino composer and guitarist known for his work with sessiOnroad and Top Junk.
Allan Lopez: Playwright, Writer and Cultural Figure in the Philippines
Profile of Allan B. Lopez, a Filipino playwright and writer from the University of the Philippines Diliman, known for his dramatic works and...
Ramon Guillermo: Scholar, Novelist and Translator
Profile of Ramon Guillermo, Filipino academic, novelist and translator known for Southeast Asian studies and digital humanities.
Mark Redito: Career, Discography and Musical Style
Overview of Filipino-American musician Mark Redito, his discography from Spazzkid to Natural Habitat, and his role in the Los Angeles music...
Alvin Erasga Tolentino: Choreographer and Founder of Co.ERASGA Dance
Alvin Erasga Tolentino is a Filipino-Canadian choreographer and founder of Co.ERASGA Dance, known for cross-cultural works and the AET Koreo...
Death anniversary: Traditions in the Philippines and Asia
Death anniversary customs in the Philippines, China, Japan, Korea, Vietnam, India, Sri Lanka, Judaism and Western Christianity.
Blood compact: History and significance of the Sandugo ritual
The blood compact (Sandugo) was a Filipino ritual sealing treaties between indigenous leaders and European explorers in the Philippines.