History & Culture
Pre-colonial history, Spanish and American eras, regional traditions, languages, and culture.
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Sibuguey: Pangutaran Sama dialect of the Philippines
Sibuguey is a dialect of the Pangutaran Sama language spoken in the Philippines.
Lenore RS Lim: Printmaking and Artistic Legacy
Profile of Filipino-Canadian-American artist Lenore RS Lim, her printmaking techniques, international exhibitions, and foundation.
Erlinda K. Alburo: Scholar of Cebuano Language and Culture
Erlinda K. Alburo is a prominent Cebuano scholar, former director of the University of San Carlos Cebuano Studies Center, and prolific autho...
Tillie Moreno: Career and Legacy of Manila's Queen of Soul
Tillie Moreno is a Filipino R&B and soul vocalist known as 'Manila's Queen of Soul', with a career spanning from the 1970s to the 2010s.
Philippine kinship: Terminology, hierarchy and social structure
An overview of the Philippine kinship system, its generational terminology, and the cultural emphasis on age and respect over biological tie...
Pinoy pride: Definition, manifestations and critical reception
An analysis of Pinoy pride as a Filipino nationalist philosophy, its cultural manifestations and academic critiques.
Bamboo cannon: History, operation and cultural impact
Bamboo cannons are traditional homemade firecrackers using calcium carbide or kerosene, popular in the Philippines, Indonesia, and Malaysia.
Timeline of Philippine history
A chronological record of important legal, territorial, and political events in the Philippines and its predecessor states.
Culture of the Philippines: History, Diversity and Traditions
An overview of the diverse culture of the Philippines, shaped by indigenous roots, Spanish and American colonialism, and regional ethnic tra...
Ukay-ukay: History, Etymology and Cultural Impact of Philippine Secondhand Retail
Explore the history, etymology and cultural significance of ukay-ukay stores in the Philippines, from Baguio City origins to national retail...
Fashion and clothing in the Philippines
History of Philippine fashion from pre-colonial baro to modern trends, including barong tagalog, terno, and regional attire.
Philippine mythology: Indigenous beliefs, deities and regional traditions
Overview of Philippine mythology, including indigenous creation myths, deities, heroes, and mythical creatures across Luzon, Visayas, and Mi...
Betel nut chewing: History, culture and health impacts
Origins in the Philippines, Austronesian spread, cultural rituals and health effects of betel nut chewing.
Cultural impact of Darna in the Philippines
Analysis of Darna's influence on Philippine media, academia, and popular culture since 1950.
Mark of the Four Waves: History and Cultural Impact
Overview of the Mark of the Four Waves, a transnational Filipino diaspora collective preserving ancestral tattooing traditions since 1996.
Padrino system: Patronage, politics and social structure in the Philippines
Analysis of the padrino system in the Philippines: origins, political impact and reform efforts.
Archaeology of the Philippines: History, Sites and Discoveries
Comprehensive overview of Philippine archaeology, from H. Otley Beyer's early surveys to major discoveries like Callao Man and the Laguna Co...
Filipino martial arts: History, weapons and training methods
An overview of Filipino martial arts (Arnis, Eskrima, Kali), their history, weapons, and tactical systems.
Firecrackers in the Philippines: History, Regulation and Cultural Impact
History of paputok in the Philippines, from Bulacan's industry to national safety regulations and health impacts.
Balikbayan box: History, logistics and cultural significance
The balikbayan box is a corrugated package sent by overseas Filipinos, evolving from a customs privilege into a major cultural and economic...