The Philippines becomes First Asian country for SpaceX

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The Philippines becomes the First Asian country for SpaceX The Philippines becomes the First Asian country for Elon Musk’s SpaceX. Starlink is seen to accommodate areas with unserved internet access through its high-speed, low-latency satellite internet. You may want to read: Only Country In Asia That Does Not Produce Vaccines

First Fortification: Fort of Maynila

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The Fort of Maynila was the original fortress of the Tagalog settlement of Maynila prior to the arrival and conquest of Spain in 1571. According to Spanish accounts, the fort stood in the area where the river met the sea. It was a mound of earth surrounded by wooden palisades. The fortress was armed with … Read more

Hospital Real: First Hospital of Manila

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Hospital Real: First Hospital of Manila Manila’s first hospital was the Hospital Real or Royal Hospital, which was established in Manila in 1571. It had previously been located in Cebu but was moved to Manila when the settlement became the new capital. The hospital was managed by the Franciscan Order from 1587 to 1685. Due … Read more

First University in Manila: Universidad de San Ignacio

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First University in Manila: Universidad de San Ignacio The first college and university in Manila was the Universidad de San Ignacio. The Jesuits established the school as a seminary in 1590, known as the Colegio de Manila. The school was formally in 1595. In 1621, the college was authorized by Pope Gregory XV to confer … Read more

First River Crossing: Puente Grande

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First River Crossing: Puente Grande The first bridge to span the Pasig River was the Puente Grande. Built between 1626 to 1630, the bridge connected the northern district of Binondo to Manila and Parian in the south. The bridge featured ten stone piers that supported a wooden deck. The wooden deck could be destroyed to … Read more