History & Culture
Pre-colonial history, Spanish and American eras, regional traditions, languages, and culture.
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Marion Aunor: Career in Music and Film
Marion Aunor is a Filipino singer, songwriter, and actress, known for her music career and film roles.
Alan T. Ortiz: Foreign Policy, Energy Sector Leadership and Public Service
Profile of Alan T. Ortiz (1953–2020), Filipino expert in foreign policy and energy who served in government, SMC Power, and civil society.
Emma Tiglao: Career in Pageantry, Broadcasting and Modeling
Profile of Emma Tiglao, Miss Grand International 2025, journalist and model from Pampanga.
Serena Dalrymple: Career, Retirement and Personal Life
Filipino actress Serena Dalrymple's career from child star to retirement and return.
Galo Ocampo: Artist, Herald and National Museum Director
Galo Ocampo (1913–1985) was a Filipino modernist painter and the first Filipino heraldry expert, who designed the Philippine coat of arms an...
Arlene J. Chai: Life, Literary Career and Works
Arlene J. Chai is a Filipino-Chinese-Australian author known for weaving Philippine political struggle into fiction.
Sofie Garrucho: Career in Philippine Modeling and Media
Sofie Garrucho is a Filipino actress and model known as the first FHM Philippines Girl Next Door (2005) and member of Viva Hot Babes.
Lope K. Santos: Life, Works and Legacy
Filipino writer and politician Lope K. Santos, author of Banaag at Sikat and pioneer of Tagalog grammar.
Enrico Sevillano: Career and Chess Achievements
Filipino-American Grandmaster Enrico Sevillano's chess career, from Asian Junior Champion to US Open winner.
Leon C. Pichay: Life, Literary Career and Legacy in Ilocano Literature
Leon C. Pichay (1902–1970) was a prominent Filipino writer and poet known as the 'King of Ilocano Poets' and Prince of Bukanegan.
Franchesca Floirendo: Career in Philippine Television and Film
Filipina actress Franchesca Floirendo's career in TV drama and film.
Asia Agcaoili: Media Career and Public Life
Filipina media personality Asia Agcaoili's career in television, film, and radio, including her time with Viva Hot Babes.
Nanette Inventor: Career in Philippine Comedy, Music and Film
Nanette Inventor is a Filipino comedian, actress and singer known for her role as Doña Buding and work with the UP Concert Chorus.
Carlos P. Romulo: Diplomat, Statesman and National Artist
Carlos P. Romulo (1899–1985) was a Filipino diplomat, soldier and National Artist who served as UN General Assembly President and Secretary...
Tubog sa Ginto: Lino Brocka's 1971 Film and Mars Ravelo's Comic Legacy
Tubog sa Ginto is a 1971 Filipino drama film directed by Lino Brocka, based on Mars Ravelo's comics. It was the first film to tackle homosex...
Manuel Artigas: Journalist, Historian and Architect of the Philippine National Library
Manuel Artigas (1866–1925) was a Filipino journalist and historian who expanded the Filipiniana collection and helped establish the Philippi...
Daniel Quizon: Chess Grandmaster and Philippine Champion
Daniel Quizon is a Filipino chess grandmaster who won the Philippine Chess Championship and achieved GM title in 2024.
Darwin Laylo: Chess Grandmaster and International Competitor
Profile of Filipino chess grandmaster Darwin Laylo, his national titles and international tournament results.
Blaan people: History, Culture and Indigenous Heritage of Southern Mindanao
Overview of the Blaan indigenous people of Southern Mindanao, their language, weaving traditions, and spiritual beliefs.
Bianca King: Career in Philippine Television and Film
Bianca King is a Filipino actress known for roles in Mulawin, Dyesebel, and Luna Blanca.