One peak is a pilgrim’s New Jerusalem. The other is a hiker’s cautionary tale. Here’s what Filipinos believe about both, and why you can’t climb either summit. Read more »
Bohol welcomed 1.43 million tourist arrivals in 2025 as Sagip CPR training in Panglao and Dauis highlights the role of communities in tourism safety. Read more »
EJ Obiena successfully defended his Asian Games pole vault title, clearing 5.91 meters to win gold and set a new Games record on Tuesday, September 29, at the Nagoya City Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium. Read more »
Walk through the narrow aisles of Quiapo or Baclaran market in the weeks before February 14, and you'll notice something curious tucked between the incense, rosaries, and dried herbs: small vials and sachets promising love, luck, or a second chance at romance. As Valentine's Day nears, demand for these so-called love potions is climbing, and the vendors say business has never been steadier. Read more »
Colorism in the Philippines isn't some vague, unsourced prejudice. It has a documented origin: centuries of Spanish and American colonization positioned lighter skin as closer to power, education, and respectability, while darker skin, the typical skin of farmers, laborers, and the working class, was coded as ‘lesser.’ Read more »
Every spring, a familiar pattern is in Filipino travel data: Japan tops the list, again and again. According to recent insights from travel platform Klook, Japan remains the most sought-after spring destination among Filipino travelers; a title it has held for several years running, and one that shows no signs of slipping. Read more »
