Provinces

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

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Pandan Bikol language

Profile of Pandan Bikol, a Northern Catanduanes Bicolano language spoken in the Philippines.

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Edgar Sia: Business Career and Mang Inasal Legacy

Profile of Filipino billionaire Edgar Sia, founder of Mang Inasal and chairman of DoubleDragon Properties.

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Josefina Phodaca-Ambrosio: Lawyer, Politician and Church Leader

Filipina lawyer and first Asian president of FIDA, who served on the Manila City Council and led church women's organizations.

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Ikaw ang Pag-ibig: Marilou Diaz-Abaya's Final Film

2011 religious drama film by Marilou Diaz-Abaya, commemorating the tercentenary of Our Lady of Peñafrancia in the Bicol Region.

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Syquia Mansion: Heritage Museum and Presidential Retreat in Vigan

The Syquia Mansion in Vigan, Ilocos Sur, is a historic bahay na bato built in 1830, serving as a museum and presidential retreat for Elpidio...

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Pedro Adigue: Career and Legacy of a Filipino World Champion Boxer

Pedro Adigue Jr. (1943–2003) was a Filipino world champion boxer from Masbate who won the WBC light welterweight title in 1968.

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Singhapala: Ancient Capital of the Rajahnate of Cebu

Singhapala was the ancient fortified capital of the Rajahnate of Cebu, founded by Sri Lumay. Located in modern-day Cebu City, it was a major...

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Lagonoy Gulf: Geography, Ecology and Fisheries Profile

Lagonoy Gulf is a deep marine body in the Bicol Peninsula, Philippines, known for its 480 fish species and significant annual fishery produc...

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Governor of Zamboanga del Sur: Office, History and Succession

Profile of the Governor of Zamboanga del Sur, the local chief executive of the Philippine province.

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Sergio Dagooc: Political Career and Legislative Profile

Profile of Filipino politician Sergio Dagooc, APEC Partylist representative, legislative record and political career.

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Bustos Dam: History, Rehabilitation and Operational Profile

Profile of the Bustos Dam (Angat Afterbay Regulator Dam) in Bulacan, Philippines, covering its history, rubber dam technology, and rehabilit...

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Battle of Siranaya: American Military Campaign in the Cotabato Valley

The Battle of Siranaya was a conflict between US forces led by Leonard Wood and Datu Ali's Moros in the Cotabato Valley during the Philippin...

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Aurora Provincial Board: Structure, Districts and Legislative Composition

Profile of the Aurora Provincial Board, the Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Aurora, Philippines, covering its electoral system, district apporti...

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Martha de San Bernardo: First Filipino Colettine Nun

Martha de San Bernardo was the first Filipino woman to become a Roman Catholic nun, serving in Macau in the 17th century.

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Christopherson Yap: Political Career and Public Service in Southern Leyte

Profile of Filipino politician Christopherson Yap, representative of Southern Leyte's 2nd district and former vice governor.

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Madalum: Municipality Profile in Lanao del Sur

Madalum is a municipality in Lanao del Sur, Philippines, with a 2020 population of 26,478 across 37 barangays.

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Zythos modesta: Taxonomic Profile and Classification

Zythos modesta is a species of insect classified within the taxonomic hierarchy. This article outlines its biological classification and cur...

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Leon Miguel: Career Profile and Acting Legacy

Profile of Filipino actor and engineer Leon Miguel, known for roles in Graceland and Redlights.

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Governor of Apayao: Office and Executive Authority

The Governor of Apayao is the local chief executive of the Philippine province of Apayao.

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Edwin Ongchuan: Political Career in Northern Samar

Edwin Ongchuan is a Filipino politician who served as Governor of Northern Samar and Representative for its 2nd District.