Long before telescopes could explain an eclipse, people across the Philippines believed a terrifying creature was devouring the moon. In the Visayas, that creature was known as the bakunawa, a giant serpent said to rise from the depths and swallow the glowing orb whole. Read more »
Eight surviving Spanish colonial stone cemeteries in Iloilo are the focus of a new book documenting the province’s artistic traditions and historical heritage. Read more »
Access to medicines and basic healthcare services is being expanded through a new Pambansang Botika Plus outlet at SSS Diliman in Quezon City, which officially opened on Sept. 29. Read more »
Open Pulitiklan.com and the country turns into a field of colored dots. Each one is a province or city, and each opens into a list of surnames and the relatives in public office who share them. “Kapag ang public office, family business,” the site says under its logo. Read more »
A woman in white flags down a car, sits in the back seat, and disappears before the ride is over. Here’s where the Balete Drive legend came from, why the tree matters, and what the famous street looks like today. Read more »
For students moving to Metro Manila, choosing where to live is an important decision that can shape their college experience. This is where Vista Residences’ University Series comes in. Read more »
