The Philippines Today, Yesterday, and Tomorrow
LOOK: The Lagusnilad Underpass gets a vibrant and colorful upgrade with the Mural Project spearheaded by the City Government of Manila and the NCCA. This is part of the Commission’s initiative to bring arts to our public spaces. You may like to read: Casa Manila Philippine Cuisine
Today in History, on June 29, 1918, Private Tomás Mateo Claudio, dies as the only Filipino casualty in WWI. Born in Morong, Rizal, Claudio was part of the Philippine National Guard sent by the Philippine Assembly in support of the U.S. in the war fought in Europe. (TH The United States entered WWI in Europe … Read more
Make your coffee breaks more satisfying with these combo-perfect kakanins by Consigna’s Best. Made especially by Wilmar Consigna, SLP Participant from Cagayan de Oro City. Mula sa PagSibol, Hanggang sa PagSulong. Consigna’s Best is a product not only of grit and sheer determination but also of the concerted efforts of several government entities providing service … Read more
On this day, June 28 Today in History, June 28, 1945, 75 years ago, with the cessation of hostilities in Luzon between the Allied & Japanese forces, the Northern Luzon campaign & the liberation of the entire island of Luzon has been completed. Context: The Philippines, on the verge of independence from the United … Read more
Philippine broom Did you know? DYK: (Above image) This broom is made from ‘tiger grass’ which is also known in the Philippines as ‘lasa‘ or ‘tambo.’ Tiger grass grows abundantly in Ifugao and Mountain Province. You may like to read;