History & Culture

Pre-colonial history, Spanish and American eras, regional traditions, languages, and culture.

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Carla Abellana: Career in Philippine Television and Cinema

Profile of Filipino actress Carla Abellana, covering her leading roles in GMA Network dramas, filmography, and personal life.

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Guia Gomez: Actress, Businesswoman and Former Mayor of San Juan

Profile of Guia Gomez, Filipino actress and former Mayor of San Juan, detailing her political career and family legacy.

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Ati people: History, Culture and Land Rights in the Visayas

The Ati are a Negrito ethnic group in the Visayas. This article covers their history, culture, and land rights struggles.

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Madeleine Humphries: Career in Philippine Television and Cinema

Overview of Madeleine Humphries' career as a French-Filipino actress, from Star Magic to film and television roles.

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Monang Carvajal: Career, Horror Legacy and Family in Philippine Cinema

Monang Carvajal (1898–1980) was the 'Queen of Horror Pictures' in the Philippines. This article covers her film career, family legacy, and c...

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Ann Colis: Pageantry Career and Acting Roles

Ann Colis is a Filipino actress and model who won The Miss Globe 2015 title.

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Jan Marini: Career in Philippine Television and Music

Jan Marini is a Filipino actress and singer known for her roles in Mula sa Puso and albums like Love Song.

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Herlene Budol: Career in Philippine Television, Comedy and Pageantry

Herlene Budol is a Filipino actress and comedian known for her roles in GMA Network dramas and her success in beauty pageants.

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Mikha (singer)

Profile of Mikha, Filipino singer, rapper, and actress, member of Bini and Star Magic.

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Alexa Ilacad: Career in Philippine Television, Music and Digital Media

Alexa Ilacad is a Filipino actress, singer, and digital creator known for her roles in ABS-CBN and her music career.

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Jorge B. Vargas: Lawyer, Diplomat and Youth Advocate

Jorge B. Vargas was a Filipino lawyer, diplomat and youth advocate who served as mayor of Manila and president of the Boy Scouts of the Phil...

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Ethel Booba: Career, Television Roles and Public Life

Ethel Booba (Ethyl Cayoca Gabison) is a Filipino TV personality, comedian, and author known for her work on GMA Network and ABS-CBN.

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Cindy Kurleto: Career in Philippine Television and Cinema

Cindy Kurleto is an Austrian-Filipino actress and former MTV VJ known for her role in Encantadia.

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Ibaloi people: Culture, Language and History of Benguet's Indigenous Group

The Ibaloi are an indigenous ethnic group in Benguet, Philippines, known for their mummification, mining, and unique cultural traditions.

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Anja Aguilar: Career in Philippine Music and Television

Anja Aguilar is a Filipino actress and singer, winner of Little Big Star 2006 and member of Pop Girls.

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Vangie Labalan: Career in Philippine Cinema and Dubbing

Vangie Labalan (1943–2026) was a Filipino actress and voice actress known for Himala and her dubbing company Synch Masters.

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Jed Montero: Career, Athletics and Star Magic Legacy

Profile of Filipino actress and athlete Jed Montero, from UAAP volleyball to Star Magic.

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Winwyn Marquez: Pageantry Career and Family Legacy

Winwyn Marquez is a Filipino actress and the first Filipino winner of the Reina Hispanoamericana title in 2017.

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Imelda Marcos: Political Career, Edifice Complex and Legal Legacy

Imelda Marcos served as First Lady of the Philippines from 1965 to 1986. This article covers her political rise, architectural projects, and...

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Kazel Kinouchi: Career and Public Life

Filipino-Japanese actress Kazel Kinouchi's career from Pinoy Big Brother to GMA Network.