The Philippine Open still matters
The tournament is back to being what it has traditionally been — a national open rather than part of the International Series — and its prize fund has been…
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tradition
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Go continues low-key birthday tradition
Senator Bong Go continued his long-standing low-key birthday tradition by visiting pediatric patients at the Philippine Children’s Medical Center, distributing…
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Magnificent Cebuano Flores de Mayo
The procession brought a sense of nostalgia for older guests while allowing the younger attendees to appreciate the meaning behind the tradition. Music and…
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June bride: Love’s blooming tune
It’s a time when love is in the air and couples across the globe embrace the tradition of tying the knot. The phenomenon of the June Bride is as timeless as…
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Floral prints in full bloom for Flores de Mayo
Wearing printed flowers during the merry month of May feels fitting. It is simple, meaningful, and quietly symbolic — like offering a bloom not just in hand,…
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A reunion of Holy Crosses in Batangas: Pagtatagpo ng Magkapatid na Krus ng Alitagtag at Bauan
The towns of Alitagtag and Bauan in Batangas revived the centuries-old Pagtatagpo ng Magkapatid na Krus tradition, uniting the Holy Crosses in a day of…
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Whang-od tattoo controversy sparks debate
A viral video showing a European artist tattooing Apo Whang-od has sparked backlash, with indigenous practitioners condemning the act as exploitative and…
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Bongabon’s Sibuyas Festival showcases arch-making tradition
Sibuyas Festival 2026 revives the Filipino tradition of bamboo arch-making, showcasing community creativity and heritage in Bongabon.
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Araneta City, JAAF expand support for Filipino weavers through ‘HIBLA’
Araneta City and the J. Amado Araneta Foundation launch HIBLA: Tradition Woven Forward, a 2026 cultural initiative expanding support for Filipino weavers…
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During Lent, folks bear travel cross
For some families, however, traditions remain unchanged despite the financial strain. One parent said their family will continue their annual ‘Visita Iglesia,’…
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Palm, coco leaves open Holy Week
Filipino Catholics celebrate Palm Sunday by waving intricately woven palaspas in vibrant Holy Week rituals, honoring Jesus Christ’s entry into Jerusalem while…
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The quiet power of Hilda Koronel
Hilda Koronel’s enduring legacy in Philippine cinema highlights a career defined by realism, artistic integrity and powerful performances that shaped socially…
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Where is the love?
From a wedding at Lazi Church in Siquijor — the Philippines’ famed island of love potions — to reflections on modern controversies like “Floodgate” and…
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38th Mango Tee
The 38th Mango Tee Tournament at Alabang Country Club faced an unprecedented controversy involving score disputes, eligibility questions, and alleged…
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The ‘damili’ takes center stage in San Nicolas, Ilocos Norte
San Nicolas, Ilocos Norte honors its centuries-old damili pottery and brickmaking heritage through the annual Damili Festival, heritage education initiatives,…
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Turning back the hands of time and tradition: Ilocos Norte town revives the panagdapil
The age-old process of extracting of sugarcane juice in San Nicolas returns returns, yielding sweets and a link to Ilocano heritage.
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Holy folly
Traditional Chinese rituals and modern faith collide: Han Chinese shave a baby’s head and eyebrows for intelligence, while a Filipina Buddhist continues…
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