Rediscovering faith: Five unique Filipino Holy Week traditions
As the Lenten season unfolds each year, the Philippines transforms into a living tableau of faith, sacrifice, and cultural heritage. Holy Week, or Semana Santa…
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As the Lenten season unfolds each year, the Philippines transforms into a living tableau of faith, sacrifice, and cultural heritage. Holy Week, or Semana Santa…
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In the wake of Russia's invasion, thousands of senior citizens like Zinaida Gyrenko have found their twilight years upended.
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As Easter approaches, Catholic faithful are left wondering how much of the celebrations Pope Francis, 88, will be able to attend after recovering from…
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Commuters are advised that Light Rail Transit Lines 1 and 2 (LRT-1 and LRT-2), Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3), and the Philippine National Railways (PNR)…
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As Christians around the world observe Holy Week, Filipino Catholics return to one of their most cherished Lenten traditions — Visita Iglesia, the solemn…
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The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) reminded the public that students, senior citizens, and persons with disabilities (PWDs) are…
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Motorists in Metro Manila will get a breather from the number coding scheme on Maundy Thursday and Good Friday, as the Metropolitan Manila Development…
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Filipinos can still pass through expressways without RFID but are advised to use the designated cash lanes, the Toll Regulatory Board (TRB) clarified.
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It was a five-day showcase of culinary discovery, connection, crossroads of taste, tradition, entrepreneurship and the vibrant future of Philippine food.
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The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) is prepared to ensure public safety and security during the observance of Holy Week, QCPD director P/BGen. Melecio…
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The Department of Transportation (DoTr) will sanction four bus companies — Philtranco, Mega Bus, Ten Ten and RMB Bus — for operating illegal makeshift…
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The Archdiocese of Cebu, through Archbishop Jose Palma on Tuesday, has urged the Catholic Faithful for self-reflection this Holy Week.
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More than ever, the world needs to reconnect with its soul. The sense of careening into undesirable outcomes is far too strong to ignore these days.
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Seafood prices are expected to rise temporarily during Holy Week, driven by increased demand as many Filipino Catholics abstain from meat in observance of…
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One man fainted. Another spoke in tongues. I just hoped they wouldn’t pass me the mic.
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Former senator and senatorial candidate Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan urged fellow candidates to reflect on their duty to the Filipino people this Holy Week,…
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Devotees gather at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes in Quezon City on Holy Tuesday, April 15, 2025, to perform the traditional Pabasa as part of the…
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The Commission on Elections (Comelec) reminded candidates that campaigning during Maundy Thursday and Good Friday is prohibited.
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