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Remembering Tatay Roperto

“Hindi sapat ang salitang salamat,” Kristine, 34, tells the Manila Bulletin when asked what she would like to say to her father, Roperto Esplago. 

Sticking to tradition: Undas in the Philippines

It is that time of the year again when Filipinos flock into cemeteries all over the country to celebrate their departed loved ones. Yes, celebrate is the more appropriate word, as the annual commemoration of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day, which follows the day after, has truly become a remarkable feast in Filipino culture. And, typhoon or no, nothing can stop Pinoys from honoring the dead by visiting their final resting places.

Manila Bulletin wins 2 major awards in 46th Catholic Mass Media Awards

The Manila Bulletin (MB) scored two major wins, one for print and one for the advertising (public service) category, at this year’s Catholic Mass Media Awards (CMMA). The announcement was made Monday, Oct. 28, via the CMMA’s official Facebook page. 

From collectibles to corner tables

In terms of proximity to power, both literally and figuratively, Bahay Pangulo is as close as one can get. Located just across Malacañang Palace, Bahay Pangulo provides an unparalleled view of the seat of Philippine government.

‘Repetition, composition, perspective’: 50-year-old Nikulas Lebajo celebrates 35 years as an artist with an exhibit featuring the beauty of the mundane

It is not easy to be a recognized artist—even more so to be a multi-awarded one—in this day and age. It is even more difficult to be one coming from a heritage of artists. For Nikulas Lebajo to have done so in a career that has been going on for 35 years, is truly a feat worth a feature.