Barangays & Settlements

Barangays, sitios, towns, and local settlements — the smallest administrative units of the Philippines.

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Enrile, Cagayan: Municipality Profile and Geographic Overview

Enrile is a municipality in Cagayan, Philippines, with a population of 5999 and an area of 184.50 km².

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Gateway Community Church: History and Ministry in Baguio

Profile of Gateway Community Church in Baguio, founded in 2002 by Pastor Rodolfo De Guia.

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SkyTrain (Metro Manila): Proposed People Mover Linking Makati and Taguig

Profile of the proposed SkyTrain automated people mover in Metro Manila, linking Makati and Bonifacio Global City.

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Tari Estate: Special Economic Zone and Industrial Complex in Tarlac City

Tari Estate is a 200-hectare special economic zone in Tarlac City developed by Aboitiz Equity Ventures, created in 2024.

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Ballesteros: Etymology and Distribution of a Philippine Surname

Ballesteros is a family name in the Philippines, derived from Spanish occupational roots. This article explores its etymology and presence i...

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2016 Ormoc City local elections

Results and background of the 2016 local elections in Ormoc City, Leyte, featuring the mayoral race between Edward Codilla and Richard Gomez...

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Barangka: Barangay Profile, Geography and Heritage in Marikina

Profile of Barangka, an urban barangay in Marikina, Metro Manila. Covers its history, geography, landmarks, and community facilities.

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City Supermarket, Inc.: Retail and Event Infrastructure in Northern Luzon

Profile of City Supermarket, Inc., the largest retailer in Northern Luzon, its malls, stadia, and community fairs in Dagupan.

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2010 Tarlac City local elections

Overview of the 2010 local elections in Tarlac City, Philippines, including mayoral and council results.

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2013 Bocaue local elections

Overview of the May 13, 2013 local elections in Bocaue, Philippines, covering mayoral and council races.

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Loyola Heights: Barangay Profile and Educational Heritage in Quezon City

Profile of Loyola Heights, an affluent Quezon City barangay home to Ateneo de Manila University and Miriam College, established in 1960.

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Ocean Sky Chan Monastery: Buddhist Heritage in San Juan

Profile of Ocean Sky Chan Monastery in San Juan, Manila. Details on its history, services, and role as a branch of Taiwan's Chung Tai Chan M...

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Chino Roces Avenue: Road History, Media Heritage and Urban Profile

Profile of Chino Roces Avenue in Makati and Taguig, formerly Pasong Tamo, named after journalist Joquin Roces.

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Binuangan, Obando: Island Barangay and Laguna Copperplate Heritage

Binuangan is an island barangay in Obando, Bulacan, mentioned in the 900 AD Laguna Copperplate Inscription.

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Carlos P. Garcia National Highway: Route History and Infrastructure Profile

Profile of the Carlos P. Garcia National Highway in Davao City, its history, and its 2025 upgrade to National Route 1.

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Caubian Islands: Geography, Demographics and Community Profile

Profile of the Caubian Islands in Lapu-Lapu City, a densely populated island group in the Camotes Sea and part of the Olango Island Group.

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Riverbanks Center: Integrated Development Complex in Marikina

Profile of Riverbanks Center in Marikina, covering its history, retail facilities, and significance as a commercial hub.

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Eastern Police District: Command Structure and Jurisdiction in Metro Manila

Profile of the Eastern Police District (EPD), a PNP command serving Mandaluyong, Marikina, Pasig, and San Juan since 1975.

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Archdiocese of Cagayan de Oro: History, Jurisdiction and Clergy

Profile of the Archdiocese of Cagayan de Oro, a Latin Catholic metropolitan see in Mindanao established in 1933.

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2013 Tarlac City local elections

Overview of the 2013 local elections in Tarlac City, Philippines, featuring Gelacio Manalang's victory and the city council results.