History & Culture
Pre-colonial history, Spanish and American eras, regional traditions, languages, and culture.
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Nathalie Hart: Career and Public Life
Nathalie Hart is a Filipino actress known for Siphayo and Historiographika Errata.
Maybelyn dela Cruz: Acting Career and Political Service in Dagupan
Filipino actress and former Dagupan city councilor Maybelyn dela Cruz, known for Home Along Da Riles and political service.
Mario Parial: Painter, Printmaker and Cultural Figure
Mario Parial (1944–2013) was a multi-awarded Filipino painter and printmaker whose works were sold at Sotheby's and featured on Philippine s...
Pascual H. Poblete: Pioneer of Tagalog Journalism and Translation
Pascual H. Poblete (1857–1921) was a Filipino writer, linguist, and journalist who co-founded the first bilingual newspaper and translated t...
Alex Calleja: Career, Comedy Specials and Public Life
Profile of Filipino comedian Alex Calleja, his Netflix special Tamang Panahon, career history and public controversies.
Donna Villa: Life, Career and Legacy in Philippine Cinema
Donna Villa was a Filipina film producer and actress, known for her partnership with Carlo J. Caparas and influence on 1990s cinema.
Eladio Jala: Lawyer, Politician and SEC Commissioner
Profile of Eladio Jala, Filipino lawyer, Bohol representative and SEC commissioner.
Eduardo Mutuc: Life, Career and Legacy in Philippine Metalsmithing
Eduardo Mutuc is a Filipino metalsmith and sculptor from Pampanga known for the pinukpuk craft and awarded National Living Treasure in 2004.
Nabil Tan: Political Career and Role in the Bangsamoro Transition
Profile of Nabil Tan, Filipino politician and lawyer serving as Deputy Speaker of the Bangsamoro Parliament since 2021.
Lualhati Bautista: Novels, Screenplays and Literary Legacy
Filipina writer Lualhati Bautista (1945–2023) was a liberal activist and author of Dekada '70, 'GAPÔ, and Bata, Bata... Pa'no Ka Ginawa?
Oliver Barbosa: Career and Achievements in Philippine Chess
Filipino chess grandmaster Oliver Barbosa's career, tournament results and contributions to Philippine chess.
Alyas Batman at Robin: 1965 Filipino Comedy-Adventure Film
Overview of the 1965 Filipino film Alyas Batman at Robin, starring Bob Soler and Lou Salvador Jr.
Maricar de Mesa: Career and Public Life
Filipino actress Maricar de Mesa, born in 1979, is known for antagonistic TV roles and her early career as a GobiGirl.
Nadine Lustre: Acting Career, Music and Cultural Impact
Profile of Filipino actress and singer Nadine Lustre, her box office success, music career and advocacy.
Florabel Yatco: Chef, Restaurateur and Politician
Florabel Yatco is a Filipino chef and politician representing Nanay Partylist since 2025.
Ely Buendia: Musician, Filmmaker and Cultural Figure
Ely Buendia is a Filipino musician, filmmaker and songwriter, best known as the lead vocalist of the alternative rock band Eraserheads.
Nelson Mariano: Chess Grandmaster and Educator
Profile of Filipino chess grandmaster Nelson Mariano, his competitive career, retirement, and coaching legacy in Singapore.
Jesus Dureza: Lawyer, Journalist and Political Figure
Profile of Jesus Dureza, Filipino lawyer, journalist and politician from Davao City.
Jessica Hagedorn: Playwright, Novelist and Cultural Archivist
Jessica Hagedorn is an American playwright and novelist born in Manila, known for Dogeaters and her multimedia performance art.
Gideon Lasco: Medical Anthropologist, Author and Public Intellectual
Profile of Gideon Lasco, Filipino medical anthropologist, physician and author known for his work on public health and Philippine society.