History & Culture
Pre-colonial history, Spanish and American eras, regional traditions, languages, and culture.
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Juan Abad: Playwright, Journalist and Political Prisoner
Juan Abad (1872–1932) was a Filipino playwright and journalist known for patriotic dramas like Ang Tanikalang Guinto.
Liza Araneta Marcos: First Lady, Lawyer and Cultural Advocate
Profile of Liza Araneta Marcos, Filipino lawyer and First Lady since 2022, covering her legal career, education and cultural advocacy.
Dante Ang: Journalist, Media Owner and Public Servant
Dante Ang (1942–2026) was a Filipino journalist, owner of The Manila Times, and former chair of the Commission on Filipinos Overseas.
Juan Jumalon: Life, Career and the 2023 Calamba Killing
Profile of Filipino radio broadcaster Juan Jumalon, killed on live Facebook stream in Calamba, Misamis Occidental in 2023.
Lawrence Que Jr.: Bioinorganic Chemistry and Academic Career
Filipino-American chemist Lawrence Que Jr. is a Regents Professor Emeritus at the University of Minnesota, known for his work on iron-oxo sp...
Rox Montealegre: Career and Television Work
Rox Montealegre is a Filipina actress and TV host, known for her role in My Lover, My Wife.
Cristina Crisol: Career in Philippine Cinema and Personal Life
Profile of Filipina actress Cristina Crisol, known for 1980s films like Kikirut-Kirot and Nude City.
Libertito Pelayo: Journalist, Editor and Filipino American Media Pioneer
Libertito Pelayo, founding publisher of the Filipino Reporter and Vietnam War correspondent, shaped Filipino American media in New York.
Denise Barbacena: Career in Philippine Television, Music and Film
Profile of Denise Barbacena, Filipino actress, singer and comedienne known for Protégé and Gloc-9 collaborations.
Jan Jodilyn Fronda: Career, Achievements and Chess Legacy
Profile of Jan Jodilyn Fronda, Filipino chess player, WIM, and multiple national champion from Pangasinan.
Ella Cruz: Career, Television Roles and Public Life
Filipino actress Ella Cruz known for Aryana, Fangirl and Maid in Malacañang.
Melizza Jimenez: Career in Philippine Television and Music
Melizza Jimenez is a Filipino actress and singer known for roles in He's Into Her, Gen Z, and Barcelona.
Donna Cruz: Career, Discography and Personal Life
Overview of Filipino singer and actress Donna Cruz, her 1990s music career, film roles and personal life.
Bea Binene: Career, Education and Public Life
Filipino actress Bea Binene's career from StarStruck Kids to Viva Artists Agency, plus her culinary studies and activism.
Kitkat (comedian): Career and Public Life
Soraya Ray Lopez Bañas, known as Kitkat, is a Filipino actress, comedian, and singer managed by Star Magic.
Isagani Yambot: Journalist, Publisher and Media Figure
Life and career of Isagani Yambot, publisher of the Philippine Daily Inquirer from 1994 to 2012.
Alice Guillermo: Art Historian, Critic and Academic
Alice Guillermo (1938–2018) was a Filipino art historian and critic known for her work on social realism and revolutionary art in the Philip...
Ethel Soliven Timbol: Journalist, Editor and Consumer Advocate
Profile of Ethel Soliven Timbol, Filipino journalist and Manila Bulletin editor known for consumer advocacy.
Sharmaine Arnaiz: Life and Career
Profile of Filipino actress Sharmaine Arnaiz, born 1974, and her family connections in Philippine entertainment.
Faith da Silva: Career and Public Life
Filipino actress and singer Faith da Silva's career from StarStruck to Encantadia Chronicles.