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Sign of the Times
Feature

Sign of the Times

With the aesthetic of the jeepney font crossing into digital, Edwin Tayao continues the tradition of painting by hand.

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Making Sense of Divisoria
Feature

Making Sense of Divisoria

There’s a reason why Divisoria, Manila’s one-stop-shop center for bargains galore, remains unmatched then ‘til now. It’s the same organized chaos where everything happens all at once. But, these days, its people make all the difference.

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Photographing Indigenous Landscapes with Jacob Maentz
Interview

Photographing Indigenous Landscapes with Jacob Maentz

This August 16 to 20, join Jacob Maentz and his team at the Homelands exhibition and book launch in Manila for talks honoring the Indigenous peoples of the archipelago.

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Made of the Earth
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Made of the Earth

On the rice terraces of Pasil, the tradition of earthenware pottery is kept alive by women, passed down from mothers to their daughters for generations.

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From Past to Present
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From Past to Present

Manila's glory days may be a distant memory but it doesn't mean that the city is bereft of splendor. Concerted efforts by its dedicated residents ensure that Manila’s colorful history isn’t forgotten.

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An Appetite for Manila
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An Appetite for Manila

Weave through the streets of Ermita, Malate, and Binondo on a mouthwatering adventure of the districts’ gastronomic delights that will leave you hungry for more.

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A Basilica Named Baste
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A Basilica Named Baste

After a storied past, the San Sebastian Basilica is given another lease on life, revived by the interplay of heritage conservation and community-driven tourism.‍

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A Tale of Faith and Fable
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A Tale of Faith and Fable

The Padul-Ong Festival in Borongan, Eastern Samar is both a celebration of the Our Lady of the Nativity and an act of collective mythmaking.

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The Battle of Mactan Was A Food War
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The Battle of Mactan Was A Food War

What does one need to prepare for a historic expedition, apart from men, weaponry, and big ships? Fruits and vegetables.

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Remembering EDSA Revolution with Dr. Ricardo Jose
Interview

Remembering EDSA Revolution with Dr. Ricardo Jose

In honor of the 35th EDSA Day, we ask a long-time history professor at the University of the Philippines to recall his experience of People Power.

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Philippine Heroes 101: Recommended Reads
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Philippine Heroes 101: Recommended Reads

Books, essays, and critiques about our national heroes, curated and recommended by Filipino historians.

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6 Filipino Historians Talk National Heroes
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6 Filipino Historians Talk National Heroes

On National Heroes Day, we take a closer look at those we call heroes and why, with the help of Filipino historians.

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Images From Bangsamoro with Martin San Diego
Interview

Images From Bangsamoro with Martin San Diego

We talk to photojournalist Martin San Diego about his experience working in the Bangsamoro region, and what he’s learned from the new generation of Moro youth finding their place in the world.

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Where Gods Loom
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Where Gods Loom

With centuries-old crafts at the core of their identity, the Ifugao town of Kiangan is fighting to preserve its heritage in the face of modern innovation.

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Of Gods and Of Men
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Of Gods and Of Men

An exploration of rice has led Michelle V. Ayuyao to dive deep into its rich history, before uncovering just how much value falls upon a single grain of rice.

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