The Philippines Today, Yesterday, and Tomorrow
The Philippine part of the first circumnavigation of the world Today, March 16, 2021. we commemorate the landing of the Magellan-Elcano expedition 500 years ago in what would become the Philippines. You may want to read: 1st Filipino Hero The First Filipino Photographer
On this day, March 14 On this day, March 14, in 2020, Community quarantine in Metro Manila has been formally effective to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the country. Land, air, and sea travel to and from the National Capital Region (NCR) are strictly prohibited. Sa araw na ito, March 14, taong 2020, Pormal … Read more
Definition of tiered close contacts for suspected and COVID-19 positive individuals Know the different definitions of tiered close contacts for suspected and COVID-19 positive individuals. Let’s stay vigilant and practice PHYSICAL DISTANCING because the farther, the better. High-Risk Close Contacts Both without mask Less than 1.5 m distance indoors More than 15 minutes in a … Read more
Lakub “Lakub,” a Maranao tobacco container, with a carved “okir” on the lid. While many of these, especially later pieces, have been made with horn, complete with beads and silver accouterments. I always find comfort in the honesty, warm and organic qualities of wooden objects. (Emil | @13thFool) Lakub is a tabacco dry leaf container … Read more
Loboc River Have you been to Loboc River? One of the most appealing natural landscapes in Bohol is the famous Loboc River. Also known as the Loay River, its source lies in the central part of the province in the municipality of Carmen. It flows westward and then south into the mouth of Loay, towards … Read more