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Juan de la Cruz is a symbolic call (name) to the common Filipino. The name was coined by Robert McCulloch Dick, a Scottish journalist who was then a reporter for Manila Times. He chose this name because it is the most commonly seen on police blotters. It is also said that during the time of … Read more

On this day, July 25, in 1981, Gerardo “Gerry” de Leon passed away. He is a National Artist for Film. He was born on September 12, 1913. Gerry de Leon belongs to the Ilagan clan and as such grew up in an atmosphere rich in theater. His first break as a director came in 1939 … Read more

  Padre Damaso was formerly a parish priest of San Diego and look much like Maria Clara. He is known for his fierce temperament and strong tongue. He likes and enjoys disrespecting and disgracing Crisostomo Ibarra. Si Padre Damaso ay dating kura paroko ng San Diego at malaki ang hawig kay Maria Clara. Kilala siya … Read more

Remembering the life and works of National Artist for Architecture Francisco “Bobby” T. Mañosa on his 4th death anniversary. (February 20, 2019) National Artist for Architecture, Bobby Mañosa’s works put the spotlight on the beauty of Filipino architecture, such as bahay kubo and bahay na bato. He is known for integrating traditional designs and indigenous … Read more

Julio Nakpil was a musician when he was called to join the Katipunan. He did not know how to fight nor knowledge of military science but he successfully led the Katipuneros of the north and was even successful in stealing substantial numbers of ammunitions from the Spanish in Morong which he sent to the Katipuneros … Read more