Provinces

The 81 provinces of the Philippines — capitals, geography, demographics, history.

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Raymundo Taco Sabio: Filipino Catholic Priest

Brief overview of Raymundo Taco Sabio, a Filipino Catholic priest.

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Paz Latorena: Life and Literary Legacy

Paz Latorena (1908–1953) was a pioneering Filipino English writer, poet, and educator from Marinduque.

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Jovie Espenido: Police Career and Controversies

Retired PNP Lt. Col. Jovie Espenido's career, drug war role, and legal controversies.

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Mount Banoy: Geography and Communications Hub in Batangas

Mount Banoy is a 960m peak in Batangas, Philippines, serving as a key relay station site and part of Lobo's mountain range.

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Camiguin forest rat

The Camiguin forest rat is a species of mammal found in the Philippines.

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Florenz Regalado: Legal Career and Judicial Legacy

Florenz Regalado was a Supreme Court Justice and renowned legal scholar in the Philippines.

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Remedios Paraiso: Life and Legacy of Kumander Liwayway

Profile of Remedios Paraiso, the Filipino WWII guerrilla commander known as Kumander Liwayway.

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AY Foundation: History, Programs and Beneficiaries

Overview of the AY Foundation, a Philippine charity established in 1970 focusing on education, healthcare and social welfare.

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Pam Baricuatro: Political Career and Governance in Cebu

Pam Baricuatro is the 28th governor of Cebu, elected in 2025. She founded the Simply Share Foundation and defeated incumbent Gwendolyn Garci...

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2018 PBA All-Star Week: Format Changes and Regional Highlights

Overview of the 2018 PBA All-Star Week held in Batangas, Iloilo, and Davao, featuring format changes and MVPs.

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Vicente T. Cubero: Guerrilla Commander and National Hero of Bohol

Vicente T. Cubero, alias Captain Francisco Salazar, was a Filipino guerrilla commander and USAFFE agent who died in Bohol in 1942.

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Pablo Amorsolo: Life, Art and Legacy of the Filipino Painter

Pablo Amorsolo (1898–1945) was a Filipino painter, brother of Fernando Amorsolo, known for portraits and genre art.

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Melchor Chavez: Political Career and Electoral History

Profile of Melchor Chavez, Filipino politician and journalist, detailing his multiple senatorial bids and legal challenges.

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Manny SD Lopez: Political Activism and Campaign History

Profile of Filipino activist Manny SD Lopez, his anti-BBL advocacy, and 2022 vice presidential run.

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Concepcion, Misamis Occidental: Municipality Profile and Demographics

Concepcion is the least populated municipality in Misamis Occidental, Philippines, with 6,608 residents as of the 2024 census.

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Ramona Go: First Female General of the Philippine Army

Ramona Go was the first female brigadier general in the regular Philippine Army and later served as mayor of San Enrique.

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Philippine tube-nosed fruit bat

Endangered bat species endemic to Cebu, Negros, and Sibuyan islands in the Philippines.

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Justo Justo: Life, Career and Legacy of the Filipino Columnist and Activist

Panfilo Cagoco Justo, known as Justo Justo, was a Filipino columnist and Pasay councilor known for his flamboyant AIDS activism and journali...

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Herminia Roman: Political Career and Legislative Legacy in Bataan

Profile of Herminia Roman, former Representative of Bataan's 1st District (2007-2016) and advocate for women's rights and veterans' pensions...

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Alfredo Bantug: First Governor of Southern Leyte

Alfredo Bantug (1909–1996) was the first governor of Southern Leyte, a WWII guerrilla, and former mayor of Maasin.