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Lupang Hinirang played a big role on our Independence Day on June 12, 1898. This is the music that was played when we waved our flag in Kawit, Cavite when we proclaimed our independence from the Spanish occupiers. Here is a timeline about our National Anthem, Lupang Hinirang. English of Lupang Hinirang Translated as Beloved … Read more

History of Philippines Independence Day This year, the whole country is celebrating the 123rd year of Independence from the Spanish conquest of our country. Here is the Timeline for us to review how the Filipinos achieved Independence in 1898. Martyrdom of Gomburza (February 17, 1972) Filipino priests Mariano Gomez, Jose Burgos, and Jacinto Zamora were … Read more

The National Commission for Culture and the Arts joins the celebration of National Culture Consciousness Week by virtue of Presidential Proclamation No. 1148 signed in 1973. As the primary government agency mandated to preserve, develop, and promote Filipino arts and culture, we enjoin everyone to celebrate the diversity of cultures present in Filipino society by … Read more

Region 2 Minimum Wage Workers in Region 2 (Cagayan Valley) will receive Php 375 – Php 400 minimum wage effective June 8, 2022. Non-agricultural and retail/service establishments with more than 10 workers: Php 400Agriculture: Php 375Retail/service establishments with 10 or fewer workers: Php 375 You may want to read: 13th Month Pay Walwal13th Month Pay: … Read more

The National Living Treasures Award, alternatively known as the Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan (GAMABA), is conferred to a person or group of artists recognized by the Government of the Philippines for their contributions to the country’s intangible cultural heritage. A recipient of the award, a National Living Treasure or Manlilikha ng Bayan is “a … Read more