History & Culture
Pre-colonial history, Spanish and American eras, regional traditions, languages, and culture.
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Jollibee: History, Expansion and Cultural Impact in the Philippines
History and global expansion of Jollibee, the Philippine fast-food chain founded by Tony Tan Caktiong.
Inno Sotto: Career, Collections and Cultural Legacy
Profile of Filipino fashion designer Inno Sotto, covering his career, notable collections, mentorship and cultural contributions.
Francisco Elizalde: Sports Administration and Business Leadership
Profile of Francisco Elizalde, Filipino sports official, IOC member, and business leader in the Elizalde industrial group.
San Fernando Frog Festival: History and Cultural Significance
The San Fernando Frog Festival in Pampanga preserves Kapampangan culture through frog catching competitions and culinary events.
Poklong Anading: Artistic Practice and Thematic Exploration
Overview of Filipino artist Poklong Anading's work in photography, video, and installation art.
Rose Tan: Career and Literary Works
Rose Tan is a Filipino writer known for romance and thriller Tagalog pocketbook novels, including the Bud Brothers Series.
Alta language: Classification and Status in Northern Luzon
Alta is a paraphyletic pair of Meso-Cordilleran languages spoken in northern Luzon, Philippines.
Sangir language: Classification, Phonology and Geographic Distribution
Overview of the Sangir language, an Austronesian language spoken in Indonesia and the Philippines, including its classification, phonology a...
Walden Bello: Academic, Activist and Politician
Profile of Walden Bello, Filipino academic, anti-globalization activist and politician who co-founded Focus on the Global South.
Pamulinawen Festival: History, Culture and Celebration in Laoag
The Pamulinawen Festival in Laoag, Ilocos Norte, celebrates Ilocano heritage and Saint William every February.
Al Dimalanta: Musician, Writer and Academic
Al Dimalanta is a Filipino musician, writer and academic known for leading punk bands Dead Ends and Throw.
Jasmin Sian: Artistic Practice and Career
Filipino-American artist Jasmin Sian creates miniature works using recycled materials and hole-punching techniques.
Erwin Mallari: Watercolor Artist and Chronicler of Manila
Erwin Mallari is a Filipino watercolor artist known for large-scale paintings of daily life in Metro Manila.
Maranao language: Phonology, Orthography and Grammar
Encyclopedic overview of the Maranao language, its Austronesian classification, distribution in Mindanao, and linguistic features.
Bernadette Sembrano: Career, Media Legacy and Public Service
Profile of Filipino journalist Bernadette Sembrano, covering her career at GMA and ABS-CBN, awards, and personal life.
Manuel S. Guerrero: Filipino Physician and Pioneer of Infant Health
Manuel S. Guerrero (1877–1919) was a Filipino doctor who studied infant beriberi and co-founded La Infancia and Gota de Leche.
Greg Brillantes: Life, Literary Career and Legacy
Greg Brillantes (1932–2025) was a Filipino writer and pioneer of Philippine science fiction, known for 'The Apollo Centennial' and influenti...
Michael Arcega: Art, Colonialism and Filipino-American Identity
Michael Arcega is a Filipino-American artist known for sculptural works that critique colonialism through wordplay and mixed media.
Vegetarianism and veganism in the Philippines
History, culture, and modern growth of vegetarian and vegan diets in the Philippines, from indigenous roots to contemporary movements.
World Costume Festival: History, Competitions and Cultural Significance in Vigan
The World Costume Festival is a biennial fashion event in Vigan City, Philippines, showcasing indigenous textiles and performance costumes.