HALLOWEEN TREATS
Masa Madre Bakehouse celebrates Halloween 2026 with Guni-Guni: Nightmare of Filipino Folklore, a limited-edition collection of breads and cookies inspired by…
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Janine Gutierrez points to the emotional core of ‘Balaraw’
Actress reveals why the emotional core of Netflix’s new Filipino thriller made her say yes.
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5 reasons why ‘Forgotten Island’ deserves a spot on your watchlist
Forgotten Island blends Filipino folklore, fantasy adventure and a heartfelt coming-of-age story about friendship, growing apart and the memories that keep…
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The many spirits haunting ‘The East Palace’
The East Palace delves into Korean folklore through terrifying ghosts and supernatural beings, blending fantasy, horror and mythology to reveal how human…
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Where spirits dwell
We see two men atop the giant balete tree in Baler. Are there more creatures we cannot see?
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Mulan’s spirit lives in Fang Changyu of ‘The Pursuit of Jade’
Explore the legacy of Mulan and her modern C-drama counterpart Fang Changyu in The Pursuit of Jade. Discover how these fearless heroines blend courage,…
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Haunted by legend: Ed and Lorraine Warren’s cultural legacy
From haunted houses to Hollywood blockbusters, Ed and Lorraine Warren’s investigations shaped modern horror culture, blending folklore, faith, and fear into an…
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The Balete tree stands tall in Subic folklore
Subic Bay Freeport’s Mini Golf Area features ancient Balete trees that provide shade and carry deep ties to Philippine folklore as mystical dwellings of…
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Puksaan: The battle of the best National Costume designers at the Miss Universe Philippines 2025 pageant
The theme centered on the characters and creatures of Philippine folklore and mythology.
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Bangungut: A silent killer, not just a bad dream
For generations, bangungut has haunted the Filipino psyche. Told in whispered folklore, it was a phenomenon feared but poorly understood: a person, usually…
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Borongan surfer
Discover the legendary Borongan surfer Carlos Aga, a pioneer in Eastern Samar's surfing community. Explore his lifetime of discoveries and the need to change…
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Artists explore and reinterpret Philippine folklore in new exhibit
Blending dark humor with surreal aesthetics, the artists provoke thoughts and discussion about the relevance of folklore today in ‘Tabi-Tabi Po…’
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