President Ferdinand E. Marcos was elected to a second term in November 1969, at a time when student activism was gaining momentum around the world. The Free Speech Movement at the University of California, Berkeley, which had emerged in 1964 in opposition to university policies restricting...
Around these parts, it is easy to get lost in the daily cycle of politics. A new controversy trends. Another public debate takes over social media. Another headline pushes everything else aside. Thankfully, somewhere in the middle of all that noise, a healthy, happy diversion. Filipino filmmakers...
For 22 years, the Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival has championed fearless storytelling and nurtured generations of Filipino filmmakers whose works challenge, inspire, and provoke meaningful conversations. This year, the country’s premier independent film festival returns with a...
For its 21st edition, Virgin Labfest is going all the way with its theme, “Hubo’t Hubad.” Hubo’t hubad’s literal translation is to be completely naked. When one is stripped down to their bare skin, they are fully presented and have nothing to hide. Similar to how this year’s 12 selected...
The Department of Education (DepEd) announced on Wednesday, March 4, that it strengthened global education pathways for Filipino learners by renewing its partnership with the Republic of Korea’s Ministry of Education to continue teaching the Korean language in select public high schools...
A country’s culture truly shines due to the output of its artists. To mold a unique identity, we owe it to those who form and craft narratives of our nation through a different lens. The Cultural Center of the Philippines’ Thirteen Artist Awards (TAA) helps shed light on promising talents who...
A beloved Korean dish took center stage at the Korean Cultural Center (KCC) in the Philippines, as it hosted a vibrant and meaningful ‘Bibimbap Cooking Workshop’ on June 27, 2024, in celebration of Nutrition Month in July. Led by Korean chef Lily Min, the event brought together culinary...
In the ever evolving world of architecture, few phenomena illustrate the intersection of design and economic revitalization better than "Destination Architecture"—buildings specifically designed to attract tourists. There is no better example of Destination Architecture than the iconic Guggenheim...
The Korean Cultural Center (KCC) in the Philippines was recognized by the Department of Tourism (DOT) during the 9th Speakers ' Synergy and Appreciation event. The recognition affirmed KCC’s strong commitment to tourism education and cultural collaboration in support of the Philippines’...
The Davao city government welcomed the opening of the DGT Central Park here on Saturday afternoon, March 15, that they said will reshape the city’s cultural and economic environment. CEBU Landmasters Inc., YHEST Realty and Development, and De La Salle University (DLSU) lead the groundbreaking of...
Images: Rodel Valiente A WOMAN'S GLOW Purple is the official color for Women's Month as it symbolizes justice and dignity The Main Building and the Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez of the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) will be bathed in vibrant purple this March to commemorate the...
DAGUPAN CITY – Pangasinan Rep. Christopher de Venecia on Friday led the groundbreaking ceremony for the Edades and Bernal Cultural Center and Museum on a vacant lot on Judge Jose de Venecia Sr. Highway in Barangay Pantal here. PANGASINAN Rep. Christopher de Venecia and Mayor Belen Fernandez lead...
