Anting-anting, Filipino amulets believed to offer supernatural protection, have long been associated with faith, folklore, and historical struggles, including accounts of revolutionaries wearing prayer-marked shirts to protect themselves from bullets. Read more »
From dolls pierced with pins to insects believed to enter the human body, Filipino witchcraft lore has centuries of history. But accusations of sorcery can also put real people in danger. Read more »
A new hospital designed to expand access to specialized healthcare in Southern Luzon has officially opened in Lipa City, Batangas. Read more »
Thirty fisherfolk and coastal residents in Alaminos City are earning extra income through Project RESHORE while helping restore damaged mangroves at Bued Mangrove Eco-Park. Read more »
A large JAMA study found an association between moderate caffeinated coffee and tea consumption and lower dementia risk. Read more »
Buying a condo? Learn about the key Philippine laws that protect condominium buyers, including the Condominium Act, PD 957, fire safety regulations, and homeowner rights. Read more »
