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Dr. Josephino C. Comiso

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Dr. Josephino C. Comiso Let’s get to know more about the members of the National Academy of Science and Technology, Philippines (NAST PHL). Dr. Josefino C. Comiso is a known expert in the field of physical sciences. He was recognized for his outstanding contributions to the local and international scientific community and the general public, … Read more

First Moro National Artist

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FIRST MORO NATIONAL ARTIST. Abdulmari Asia Imao was conferred the title in 2006 making him the first Moro (Muslim Ethno-linguistic group in Mindanao) to receive such recognition. The indigenous ukkil, sarimanok, and naga motifs have been popularized through his works. He draws inspiration from Tausug and Maranao arts. National Artists Guillermo Tolentino and Napoleon Abueva … Read more

Ambalang Ausalin

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Ambalang Ausalin (March 4, 1943 – February 18, 2022)Textile WeaverYakanLamitan, Basilan Weaving is an extremely important craft in the Yakan community. All Yakan women in the past were trained in weaving. Long ago, a common practice among the Yakan was that, when a female was born, the pandey, traditional midwife, would cut the umbilical cord … Read more

Lazaro Francisco

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Lazaro Francisco (National Artist for Literature) Today, February 22, is the 125th birth anniversary of National Artist Lazaro A. Francisco. (February 22, 1898) Prize-winning writer Lazaro A. Francisco developed the social realist tradition in Philippine fiction. His eleven novels, now acknowledged classics of Philippine literature, embody the author’s commitment to nationalism. Amadis Ma. Guerrero wrote, … Read more

Uwang Ahadas

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Congratulations on the 78th birthday of Manlilikha ng Bayan Uwang Ahadas (February 15, 1945) Uwang Ahadas MusicianYakanLamitan, Basilan Uwang Ahadas was a Yakan, a people to whom instrumental music is of much significance, connected as it is with both the agricultural cycle and the social realm. He is cited for his talent and expertise in … Read more