The Philippines Today, Yesterday, and Tomorrow
As the commemorations of the Philippine Quincentennial are mounting to its anniversary on April 27, we are featuring for this Maritime Monday the San Isidro shipwreck, which dates to the 16th century – around the time of our ancestors’ first European encounter. This contributes to historical claims that trade with neighboring countries existed even before … Read more
On this day, December 14 Today is the death anniversary of Blas F. Ople (2003) and National Artist Fernando Poe Jr. (2004). The official calendar of the Republic of the Philippines: an almanac of Philippine commemorations enlivened with illustrations and information. –Manila: Presidential Communications Development and Strategic Planning Office, [2014]. On this day in 1960, … Read more
Philippines to boost Durian exports to China Officials from the Bureau of Customs (@customs.ph) – Port of Davao and Chinese Ambassador Huang Xilian visited the Belviz Durian Farm in Calinan, Davao City to discuss ways they can assist industry players in durian export processes and boost overall agricultural export to China. The visit was part … Read more
On this day, December 15, is the birthday of Emilio Jacinto. The official calendar of the Republic of the Philippines: an almanac of Philippine commemorations enlivened with illustrations and information. –Manila: Presidential Communications Development and Strategic Planning Office, [2014]. On this day in 1791, 10 amendments called the “Bill of Rights” were added to the … Read more
The National Commission for the Culture and the Arts are launching the search for the 2023 NCCA SUDI National Music Awards this December 21, 2022. Join us at the Metropolitan Theatre at 7pm to watch special performances of previous SUDI awardees and regional artists. This event is open to the public, everyone is invited!For RSVP: … Read more