Barangays & Settlements

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Miss Grand Philippines 2025

Overview of the 4th Miss Grand Philippines pageant, winner Emma Tiglao, and the 2025 selection process.

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1995 Makati local elections

Analysis of the 1995 Makati local elections, the first held after the city's chartering, featuring Jejomar Binay's victory and Butz Aquino's...

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2025 Cotabato City local elections

Analysis of the 2025 local elections in Cotabato City, Maguindanao del Norte, following the 2022 mayoral controversy.

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Alabang Viaduct: Infrastructure History and Engineering Rehabilitation

The Alabang Viaduct is a 1.2-kilometer elevated highway in Muntinlupa carrying SLEX traffic over a major junction.

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Marcos Stadium: Architecture, History and Development in Laoag

Profile of Marcos Stadium in Laoag, Ilocos Norte, covering its history, 2023 inauguration, and award-winning abel-inspired architecture.

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Ususan: History, Geography and Community Profile in Taguig

Ususan is a historic barangay in Taguig, Metro Manila, with roots dating to 1587. Known for its U-shape and historical wood transport.

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Fuga Island: Geography, History and Strategic Status in the Babuyan Islands

Fuga Island is a barangay in Aparri, Cagayan, part of the Babuyan Islands. It features Mount Nanguringan and hosts a Northern Luzon Command...

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Pinagsama: Barangay Profile, History and Infrastructure in Taguig

Profile of Barangay Pinagsama in Taguig, covering its history, geography, embassies, and educational institutions.

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Poblacion, Makati: History, Heritage and Urban Development

Profile of Barangay Poblacion in Makati, covering its history, government role, and major developments like Rockwell Center and Century City...

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Libid, Binangonan: History, Demographics and Heritage in Rizal

Profile of Barangay Libid in Binangonan, Rizal: history, Santa Ursula Church, Mount Calvary and demographics.

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Miss Universe 2016: Pageant History, Format Changes and Contestants

The 65th Miss Universe pageant held in Pasay, Philippines in January 2017. Iris Mittenaere of France won.

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Embo, Taguig: History, Jurisdictional Dispute and Community Profile

Profile of the Embo barangays in Taguig, covering their military origins, the Makati-Taguig jurisdictional dispute, and 2023 reintegration.

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Entertainment City: Gaming Complex and Event Venue in Bay City

Entertainment City is a gaming and entertainment complex in Bay City, Metro Manila, operated by PAGCOR.

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Imbayao: Barangay Profile, History and Economy in Malaybalay

Imbayao is a rural barangay in Malaybalay, Bukidnon, located in the Kitanglad Mountain Range with a 2015 population of 1,833.

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Starmall Alabang fire: 2022 incident and redevelopment

2022 fire at Starmall Alabang in Muntinlupa caused ₱100 million in damage, leading to demolition and replacement by The Terminal.

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Second Thomas Shoal: Geography, Dispute and the BRP Sierra Madre

Overview of Second Thomas Shoal, a disputed reef in the South China Sea occupied by the BRP Sierra Madre since 1999.

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Northeast Cay: Geography, History and Strategic Status in the West Philippine Sea

Northeast Cay is a disputed island in the Spratly Islands occupied by the Philippines, with a history of French and Vietnamese claims.

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Manamoc: Island Barangay in the Cuyo Archipelago

Manamoc is a volcanic island-barangay in Palawan's Cuyo Archipelago, known for its marine protected area and proximity to Amanpulo.

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Cabahan Island: Geography, History and Community Profile

Profile of Cabahan Island in Romblon, Philippines, covering its geography, history as a barrio, and local education.

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Triangle Park: Central Business District of Quezon City

Triangle Park is a 250-hectare central business district in Quezon City, featuring major government offices, hospitals, and commercial devel...