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LEGARDA LAUDS 9 FILIPINO CULTURAL MASTERS

Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda lauded the proclamation into new cultural masters of nine individuals who received the National Living Treasures Award (Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan or GAMABA) for their exemplary contribution to Philippine arts and culture. Legarda, considered the foremost legislator on the topic, welcomed the inclusion of the nine via Presidential […]

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PADILLA VISITS TATTOO ARTIST WHANG-OD IN KALINGA

Senator Robin Padilla visited famous Filipino tattoo artist Apo Whang-Od in Kalinga. “Isang karangalan po ang bisitahin at makasama kayo. Tutuparin po natin ang inyong mga kahilingan sa Buscalan (It is an honor to visit and be with you. We will address your wishes for Buscalan),” Padilla told her. “Isang karangalan po ang bisitahin at […]

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APRIL IS FILIPINO FOOD MONTH – LEGARDA

Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda renewed her strong commitment to preserving the rich culinary heritage of the Philippines as the nation celebrates Filipino Food Month. “By advancing and refining our culinary output, we are able to enhance our country’s standing and prestige within the global culinary realm. Giving value to our Filipino gastronomic heritage […]

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LAPID PUSHES FOR ‘BAYBAYIN’ PRESERVATION

Senator Lito Lapid filed a bill seeking to protect and preserve Philippine indigenous and traditional writing systems, such as Baybayin, to inculcate patriotism and social consciousness among the citizenry. Under Senate Bill (S.B.) No. 1680, the Department of Education (DepEd) and the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) are mandated to include indigenous and traditional writing […]

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DECLARE QUIAPO DISTRICT AS HERITAGE ZONE – LAPID

Senator Lito Lapid again called on the Senate to pass a bill declaring Quiapo District–a historic landmark known for its old infrastructures, rich culture and home to the Minor Basilica of the Black Nazarene–as a National Heritage Zone. In time for the annual Traslacion, Lapid pushed for the establishment of the capital’s third heritage zone […]

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12 FACTS FOR CHRISTMAS: PART 3

Apat na tulog na lang, pasko na! Since the Philippines is a predominantly Catholic country, Christmas has always been a very important part of our culture and lives. So important that we have the longest-running celebrations of the season compared to any other country. Holiday preparations, including jingles and carols, can be heard once the […]

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12 FACTS FOR CHRISTMAS: PART 2

Last time, we talked about Christmas or holiday trivia revolving around songs, movies, and books. Today, let’s talk about four of some of the odd and crazy traditions or celebrations that some people do over the upcoming holidays. ICYMI: 12 FACTS FOR CHRISTMAS: PART 1 FACT # 5: Krampus is part of a centuries-old German […]

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12 FACTS FOR CHRISTMAS: PART 1

It’s really here! The cooler breeze at night, Christmas lights and parols are put up, the rush to buy presents, and preparations for Simbang Gabi; these are just a few of the things that really get me into the Christmas spirit. It’s really Christmas in 12 days! So we’ve prepared a little list of Christmas […]

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SAAN GALING ‘YON: THE PHILIPPINE FLAG

A country’s flag is its most important symbol. It signifies the patriotism and freedom of the nation. It also expresses the sentiments and hopes of Filipinos. Have you ever wondered why The Philippine flag looks the way it does? Where did it come from? Flag History of the Philippines During the pre-colonial period, sources and […]

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SARILING ATIN: FILIPINO IDIOMS

In honor of Buwan ng Wika, we´ll talk about Filipino Idiomatic Expressions. Idioms are phrases or sayings that are used to describe a situation. They are a type of figurative language that gives us the opportunity to describe our circumstances or express ourselves in a more creative way. Idioms also help you understand and speak […]