History & Culture
Pre-colonial history, Spanish and American eras, regional traditions, languages, and culture.
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Sibuco-Vitali Sama: Language Profile and Linguistic Context
Profile of Sibuco-Vitali Sama, an Inner Sulu Sama language variety spoken by approximately 11,000 people in the Zamboanga Peninsula.
Tuna Festival: General Santos City's Annual Celebration
Annual tuna-themed festival in General Santos, Philippines, featuring parades, culinary events, and seafood competitions.
Carlos Celdran: Artist, Activist and Cultural Historian
Profile of Filipino artist Carlos Celdran, known for his Manila tours, performance art, and the 2010 Dámaso protest.
Pedro B. Navarro Jr.: First Filipino Director of the Philippine Constabulary Band
Pedro B. Navarro Jr. was the first Filipino leader of the Philippine Constabulary Band, known for his strict leadership and musical composit...
Ed Garcia: Human Rights Activist, Constitution Framer and Writer
Ed Garcia: Filipino activist, 1987 Constitution framer, LAKASDIWA co-founder and peace advocate.
Rosegie Ramos: Career, Family Legacy and Olympic Qualification
Profile of Filipino weightlifter Rosegie Ramos, born in 2003, her family legacy with Hidilyn Diaz, and her SEA Games and Asian Championship...
Kue King: Sculptor and Wearable Art Creator
Kue King is a Filipino American sculptor known for biomorphic wire art and wearable pieces, born in Olongapo and based in the US.
Jose T. Joya: Abstract Expressionism and Artistic Legacy
Jose T. Joya (1931–1995) was a Filipino National Artist who pioneered abstract expressionism in the Philippines.
Lan Medina: Career and Contributions to Graphic Novels
Lan Medina is a Filipino comic book artist known for Fables, Aria, and The Punisher: MAX.
Philippine Spanish: Linguistic Profile, History and Status
Overview of Philippine Spanish, a conservative dialect with unique phonology, vocabulary and sociolinguistic status in the Philippines.
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...