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Secrecy in the selection of the Philippines’ National Artists has fueled suspicion and politicization for decades, prompting calls for transparency,…

: From Gina Alajar and Jaclyn Jose to Joseph Estrada, Maricel Soriano and Gloria Romero, a film columnist makes the case for recognizing more icons of…

A film columnist argues that Vilma Santos, Rosa Rosal, Dolphy and Eddie Garcia deserve recognition as National Artists for Film and Broadcast Arts, citing…


Gabriel “Gabby” Formoso’s posthumous National Artist recognition highlights his lasting influence on modern Philippine architecture and the buildings that…

A personal look at National Artists Nicanor Tiongson, Ricky Lee and Bienvenido Lumbera, revealing little-known stories and memorable encounters beyond their…

The lasting love of the Filipino people proves a simple truth: an artist does not need a government medal to be a true national treasure.




National Artist for Literature Resil B. Mojares died at 83, leaving a lasting legacy in Philippine history, literature, cultural studies and Visayan…
‘Slices of a Komikero’s Life’ and ‘Larry Alcala 100 Years × 100 Komikeros’ celebrate the birth centenary of National Artist Larry Alcala, tracing his…

Atok Councilor Kelly Denn Venancio Tomas hails the transparent, non-partisan farmer selection under Project Ubbo, a bayanihan-inspired market-matching program…

The exhibit ‘highlights Romulo’s pivotal role in shaping Philippine foreign policy and advancing peaceful diplomacy, multilateralism and international…

PhilHealth offices are now official registration sites for the Philippine National ID, enhancing convenience and accessibility for citizens. This initiative,…
Following two sold-out chapters—from the music of Ryan Cayabyab himself to timeless OPM classics—the "MaestroClass" concert series now puts the spotlight on…

Discover Magsaysay as Muse, the Benilde Fashion Museum’s inaugural exhibition spotlighting Luz Banzon Magsaysay’s iconic ternos, celebrating Filipino cultural…

The University of the Philippines honors National Artists Benedicto Cabrera, Resil Mojares, and Agnes Locsin in the third Tanghal Tertulia on 21 February,…

Senate majority leaders on Thursday welcomed the bicameral conference committee’s approval of the proposed P6.793-trillion national budget for 2026, calling it…

An in-depth look into the rigorous selection of National Artists in the Philippines, the tension between artistic merit and political power, and the…