The Philippines Today, Yesterday, and Tomorrow
The NCCA, in partnership with the City Government of Laoag, the Provincial Government of Samar, and the Provincial Government of South Cotabato, brings you to Hapag ng Pamana Philippine Food Festival — a showcase of food, cooking demonstrations, cultural shows, and other activities featuring the regional culinary heritage of Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. Hapag ng … Read more
On this day, April 13, in 1904, Fernando Lopez was born in Jaro, Iloilo. He comes from the race of Graciano Lopez-Jaena. He served as the second president and secretary of the Department of Agriculture under Elpidio Quirino (1949-1953) and Ferdinand Marcos (1965) until his resignation in 1971. His brother, Eugenio Lopez, is the founder … Read more
Manlilikha ng Bayan Masino Intaray (Tradisyunal na Sining Pagtatanghal: Basal, Kulilal, at Tultul) Masino Intaray ± (Born April 10, 1943)Musician and StorytellerPala’wanBrooke’s Point, Palawan The Pala’wan possesses a rich, intense yet highly refined culture encompassing both the visible and invisible worlds. They may not exhibit the ornate splendor of the Maranaw nor the striking elegance … Read more
Dr. Francis L. de los Reyes III is an internationally eminent scientist in the field of environmental biotechnology and engineering. He is honored for his notable scientific contributions at the intersection of microbial ecology/biotechnology and environmental engineering, as well as for his continuous collaboration in the Philippines for the advancement of science and technology. Dr. … Read more
The main highlight of Filipino Easter is the Salubung (to meet, welcome) or the symbolic meeting of the Risen Christ and His mother. SALÚBUNG • (suh-LOO-boong)(1) (to) meet on the way, encounter, welcome(2) the traditional Filipino Easter rites where opposite processions of the grieving Mother Mary and the resurrected Christ meet upTagalog: salúbong Derived WordPASALÚBUNG … Read more