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Butuan Metal Paleograph  This artifact was recovered in a wooden coffin associated with 14th and 15th Ming Dynasty trade ware ceramics in the 1970s in Butuan. It was donated by Mr. Leony Benedicto to the National Museum. Mr. Boechart, an Indonesian paleographer, studied the script and found out that this is similar to a Javanese … Read more

Bisikleta It was World Bicycle Day a few days ago! How do you say “bicycle” in your language? BISIKLÉTA • (bi-sik-LEH-tuh)bicycleTagálog (Filipino): bisikléta EtymologyFrom Spanish bicicleta (“bicycle”) Verb Conjugationmagbisikléta, mágbisikléta, migbisikléta – to ride a bicycle (Actor Focus) You may want to read: Manila Biking Spots

Macabebe Happy Macabebe Day! Today we remember the Macabebe warriors of the Battle of Bangkusay which was the last local resistance against the Spanish occupation of the Philippines. MACABEBE • (muh-kuh-BEH-BEH)the southernmost town of Pampanga which is known for its warriors and military heritageDemonym: Cabea (fem.) & Cabeo (masc.) EtymologyMAKABÉBÉ • (muh-kuh-BEH-BEH)situated on the shore … Read more

Pampanga Capital:CITY OF SAN FERNANDOThe City of San Fernando is Pampanga’s capital and 2nd largest city. It is also the regional center of Central Luzon. It is named after King Ferdinand VI of Spain and placed under the patronage of Saint Ferdinand III of Castile and León, whose feast is celebrated every May 30. The … Read more