History & Culture
Pre-colonial history, Spanish and American eras, regional traditions, languages, and culture.
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Anton Del Castillo: Sculpture, Iconography and Contemporary Philippine Art
Anton Del Castillo is a Filipino visual artist known for steel sculptures and paintings exploring war, religion and modernism.
Donna Cariaga: Comedic Career and Television Legacy
Donna Cariaga is a Filipina actress and comedienne who rose to fame after winning the second season of the ABS-CBN comedy competition Funny...
Jesus T. Peralta: Anthropologist, Playwright and Cultural Conservator
Profile of Jesus T. Peralta, a Filipino anthropologist, playwright and National Museum director known for cultural conservation.
Ylona Garcia: Career, Music and Public Life
Filipino-Australian singer Ylona Garcia's career from Pinoy Big Brother to 88rising and international music.
Joanna Ampil: Career in Musical Theatre and Film
Joanna Ampil is a Filipino-British actress known for her roles in Miss Saigon, Jesus Christ Superstar, and the film Ang Larawan.
Florentino Suico: Life, Literary Career and Legacy in Cebuano Historical Fiction
Florentino Suico (1902–1981) was a prolific Cebuano writer, teacher, and editor known for his historical novels and contributions to prewar...
Zacarias Sarian: Development Journalism and the Ramon Magsaysay Award
Zacarias Sarian was a Filipino development journalist and Ramon Magsaysay Award recipient known for his agricultural columns.
Simkin de Pio: Painting, Conservation and Art Education in the Philippines
Profile of Filipino painter and conservator Simkin de Pio, son of Gig de Pio, covering his education, artistic style and exhibitions.
Fretzie Bercede: Career and Public Life
Filipina actress and singer Fretzie Bercede's career from Pinoy Big Brother to stage and screen.
Bing Loyzaga: Career, Family Legacy and Television Roles
Filipina actress and singer Bing Loyzaga, daughter of Carlos Loyzaga, known for villainous TV roles.
Angeli Khang: Career and Public Life
Filipino actress Angeli Khang, known as the 'Vivamax Queen', discusses her career in VMX films and personal life.
Ai-Ai delas Alas: Career, Comedy Legacy and Public Life
Ai-Ai delas Alas is a Filipino actress and comedian known as the Queen of Comedy, with a career spanning film, television and production.
Mila del Sol: Acting Career, Business Ventures and Cultural Legacy
Filipino actress and entrepreneur Mila del Sol's career in cinema, business founding of Superior Maintenance Services, and philanthropic imp...
Roxanne Barcelo: Career in Philippine Television and Music
Overview of Roxanne Barcelo's career as a Filipino-American actress, model and singer, including her roles in Pinoy Big Brother and Wildflow...
Alekhine Nouri: Career and Legacy of the Youngest Filipino FIDE Master
Profile of Alekhine Nouri, the youngest Filipino FIDE Master and former youngest in the world, detailing his chess career and achievements.
Betty Go-Belmonte: Journalist, Publisher and Founder of STAR Group
Betty Go-Belmonte founded STAR Group and The Philippine Star, shaping Philippine journalism through martial law and post-EDSA eras.
Jose Jaime Espina: Journalism Career and Press Freedom Advocacy
Profile of Filipino journalist Jose Jaime Espina, NUJP co-founder and advocate for press freedom in the Philippines.
Matutina: Career and Legacy of Filipino Actress Evelyn Guerrero
Evelyn Guerrero, known as Matutina, was a Filipino actress and voice artist famous for her role in John en Marsha.
Ericson Acosta: Life, Activism and Death of a Filipino Cultural Worker
Ericson Acosta (1972–2022) was a Filipino poet, journalist, and NDFP peace consultant killed in Negros Occidental.
Trixie Maristela: Career, Pageantry and Public Life
Trixie Maristela is a Filipina actress and Miss International Queen 2015 winner.