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Rizal: Renaissance Man

By Sam L. Marcelo Jose Rizal wasn’t physically intimidating. Sources peg the National Hero’s height anywhere from 4’11” to 5’2”. The man who slammed Spanish colonial rule in a pair of scathing... Read more »

Christmas Celebration in the Philippines

Christmas in the Philippines is filled with unique, family oriented traditions. It is the most important holiday in the country and in every Christian family. Christmas is even more important than one’s... Read more »

Christmas Caroling in the Philippines

Caroling is a part of the Filipino Christmas tradition. Once the Dawn Mass known as “Misa de Gallo” or “Simbang Gabi “ starts, carolers will be on their feet singing Christmas carols from house... Read more »

Christmas: A National Fiesta

The Philippines is known as the “Land of Fiestas,” and at Christmas time, this is especially true. Filipinos are proud to proclaim their Christmas celebration to be the longest and merriest in the... Read more »

INTERVIEW: On the elections and a life of activism

(Exclusive Interview with Dr. Carol P. Araullo) DR. CAROL ARAULLO These are quotations taken from a one-on-one interview with Dr. Carol Pagaduan Araullo, chairperson of Bagong Alyansang Makabayan or BAYAN... Read more »

Two Accomplished Women and Their Advocacies

Angel Locsin, Advocate for Women and Environment She was voted the most beautiful Filipina of 2009. Her face adorns the billboards along Edsa. She has huge presence in both television and radio with her... Read more »

The Courage and Commitment of Judy Taguiwalo

Online and in the streets, Judy Taguiwalo is an inspiration to a new generation of Filipino activists, particularly women activists. Her world view is shaped by our nation’s history — a history that... Read more »

‘Dukot’: Courageous Movie Tackles Worsening Rights Abuses in Philippines

Dukot’s fearlessness emanates from its depiction of the truth about the worsening human-rights situation in the Philippines today. As Bonifacio Ilagan, the scriptwriter, put it: “It minces no words... Read more »

Aurelio Tolentino and His Play Kahapon, Ngayon, at Bukas

Not all Filipinos are aware of the historical importance of May 14. On May 14, 1903, Aurelio Tolentino (October 13, 1867-July 3, 1915), a Pampango playwright, poet, essayist, educator, novelist and public... Read more »

Father of the Philippine Revolution: Andres Bonifacio

In commemoration of the 111th anniversary of the 1898 declaration of Philippine Independence Andres Bonifacio was born on November 30, 1863 to Santiago Bonifacio and Catalina de Castro. Orphaned at an... Read more »

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