The Philippines Today, Yesterday, and Tomorrow
On this day, June 26, in 1945, the Philippines signed the United Nations (UN) Charter, with future UN General Assembly President and Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary Carlos P. Romulo representing the Philippine Commonwealth delegation. The Philippines is one of the 51 founding members of the UN. 1892 On this day, June 26, in … Read more
The flag of the Philippines is one of the important symbols of the country. Its three main colors are blue, red, and white. The blue color of the Philippine flag means the peace that matters in the development of the country. The red color means courage that remembers the strong will of citizens. White … Read more
The National Anthem of the Philippines Bayang Magiliw Perlas ng Silanganan, Alab ng Puso Sa Dibdib Mo’y Buhay. Lupang Hinirang, Duyan ka ng Magiting. Sa Manlulupig, Di ka Pasisiil. Sa Dagat at Bundok, Sa Simoy at Sa Langit Mong Bughaw, May Dilag Ang Tula At Awit Sa Pagplayang Minamahal. Ang Kislap ng Watawat Mo’y Tagumpay … Read more
On this day, June 24, in 1974, the Order of Gawad Mabini was created by virtue of Presidential Decree No. 490. The Gawad Mabini is conferred on Filipinos who rendered distinguished foreign service or helped promote the interests and prestige of the Philippines. The award was named after Apolinario Mabini, the Philippines’ First Secretary of … Read more
Aring Sinukuan is the “Kapampangan” Sun God of War and Death. Aring Sinukuan lives in Mount Arayat. He was the one who taught the ancient Kapampangan metallurgy, wood cutting/gathering, and rice cultivation. (Filipino Mythology)(Kapampangan Region) Upon Spanish colonization, this deity was rebranded to Maria Sinukuan, the mountain fairy of Mount Arayat. Si Aring Sinukuan ay … Read more