History & Culture
Pre-colonial history, Spanish and American eras, regional traditions, languages, and culture.
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Ben Hur Villanueva: Sculptor, Educator and Art Entrepreneur
Profile of Filipino sculptor Ben Hur Villanueva, known for the Kapit-Bisig monument and his teaching career.
Vaness del Moral: Career and Personal Life
Filipino actress Vaness del Moral's career from StarStruck to Encantadia and Widows' Web.
Andi Eigenmann: Acting Career and Personal Life
Filipino actress and model Andi Eigenmann's career, family legacy, and personal life in Philippine entertainment.
Valeen Montenegro: Career and Personal Life
Filipino actress Valeen Montenegro's career from Star Magic to GMA Network, family legacy, and personal life.
Cristeta Comerford: Career as White House Executive Chef
Filipino-American chef Cristeta Comerford served as White House executive chef from 2005 to 2024, the first woman and Asian in the role.
Mohammad Yacob: Politician and Speaker of the Bangsamoro Parliament
Mohammad Yacob is a Filipino politician and Sharia law scholar who became Speaker of the Bangsamoro Parliament in 2025.
Charlene Gonzales: Career, Pageantry and Media Legacy
Filipino actress and Binibining Pilipinas Universe 1994 winner Charlene Gonzales' career in film, television and pageantry.
Sarah Jane Abad: Career and Personal Life
Filipino actress Sarah Jane Abad's career highlights, including her award-winning child roles and later film appearances.
Aring Bautista: Career and Legacy in Sampaguita Pictures
Aring Bautista (1920–?), Filipino actress and real name Aurea Navales, starred in numerous films for Sampaguita Pictures.
Gelli de Belen: Career, Awards and Personal Life
Filipino actress Gelli de Belen's career, awards including Gawad Urian, and personal life.
Kathryna Pimentel: Career, Diplomacy and Public Service
Profile of Kathryna Pimentel, Filipino businesswoman and Special Envoy to the UAE for Trade and Investments.
Suludnon: History, Culture and Language of the Panay Bukidnon
The Suludnon are a Visayan ethnographic group in Panay known for their pre-Hispanic culture, Iigbok language, and Binanog dance.
Engracia Cruz-Reyes: Pioneer of Filipino Cuisine and The Aristocrat Restaurant
Engracia Cruz-Reyes (1892–1975) was a Filipino chef and entrepreneur who founded The Aristocrat Restaurant, promoting Filipino cuisine as el...
Tetchie Agbayani: Career, Hollywood Work and Academic Life
Filipino actress Tetchie Agbayani's career in Philippine and Hollywood cinema, her Playboy cover, and academic path in psychology.
Renato Bantug Jr.: Career and Service as Secretary of the Senate
Renato Bantug Jr. served as the 22nd Secretary of the Senate of the Philippines from 2022 to 2026.
Ellen Adarna: Career, Television Roles and Personal Life
Ellen Adarna is a Filipino actress and model known for her roles in Pasión de Amor and Moon of Desire.
Nieves Confesor: Labor Secretary, ILO Chair and AIM Dean
Nieves Confesor served as Philippine Labor Secretary, first female AIM Dean, and first Asian woman ILO Governing Body Chairperson.
Ria Atayde: Career and Personal Life
Filipino actress Ria Atayde's career in Philippine television, awards, and personal life.
Vincent de Pio: Artistic Career and Family Legacy
Profile of Filipino artist Vincent de Pio, son of Gig de Pio and nephew of Vicente Manansala.
Ernie Zarate: Actor, Architect and Cultural Chronicler
Ernie Zarate (1939–2017) was a Filipino actor, architect and author known for his work in media and Philippine architectural history.