San Fernando, Pampanga announces comprehensive safety and operational plans for Maleldo 2026, with over 500 personnel deployed for Holy Week traditions including crucifixion rites and Tira Bakal ceremonies.
Angeles City launches Holy Week with Panata at Panalangin, a Lenten drama and dance performance, alongside Stations of the Cross at Plaza Angel, inviting residents to reflect and reconnect with faith.
When genuine vocation emerges, public acclaim often follows quickly—but this recognition can become dangerous when it outpaces understanding and replaces careful formation with hasty celebration.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has called on Filipinos to pause, reflect, and renew their faith as the country marks Palm Sunday and the start of Holy Week, emphasizing sacrifice, service, and compassion.
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Jolito Villatima crafts lukay crosses in Mandaue City for Palm Sunday, upholding a 30-year family tradition. His devotion and skill, learned from his grandmother, blend faith with livelihood, though he faces challenges from declining youth interest.
During Holy Week, Cebu City transforms from a bustling metropolis into a quiet ghost town as residents observe traditions, travel home, and embrace unique Cebuano customs like binignit with landang and mystical folk beliefs.
As Holy Week begins, Filipinos observe traditional practices while reflecting on the deeper social implications of Jesus' passion. This article explores how colonial history and contemporary issues intersect with religious devotion.
Cebu Governor Pam Baricuatro smashed a plate in a playful Greek tradition during the National Day of Greece celebration, marking 76 years of diplomatic relations between Greece and the Philippines at the Cebu Provincial Capitol.
The 89th Araw ng Dabaw celebration in Davao City kicked off with a vibrant lighting ceremony, highlighting the city's theme of progress and unity. The month-long festivities honor the 11 ethnolinguistic tribes and showcase Davao's cultural diversity and h
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A new program, Scraps of Hope, launched in Cebu City for Women's Month, supports female weavers by using upcycled materials to create handcrafted products. This initiative aims to provide skills training and equipment for sustainable livelihoods.
The Bacolor LGU inaugurated a Lenten photo exhibit titled 'Maleldo 2026,' featuring historical images of the town's religious and cultural traditions. Mayor Eduardo Datu led the event, aiming to educate the public on Holy Week practices.
Former President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo guided 36 ambassadors and diplomats on a Lenten season visit to historic Pampanga churches, including the 1572 St. Augustine Parish and the lahar-buried San Guillermo Church, showcasing cultural heritage.
Hundreds of Muslim families gathered at Plaza Independencia in Cebu City on March 21, 2026, to observe Eid al-Fitr, celebrating the end of Ramadan with congregational prayers, food distribution, and acts of charity, highlighting community resilience and u
The National Shrine of St. Joseph in Mandaue City has presented a preliminary schematic design for a P100-million project aimed at achieving basilica status by 2029, calling for public support and unity.
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Muslims in the Philippines will celebrate Eid al-Fitr on March 21, 2026, after moon-sighting efforts confirmed no crescent, extending Ramadan by a day. Authorities announced the decision following coordinated observations by the Bangsamoro Darul-Ifta.
As summer subtly arrives in Cebu, three distinct events—a new pickleball venue, a music group's studio visit, and a boutique opening—capture the season's emerging energy of beginnings and community gatherings.
Batangas Rep. Leandro Legarda Leviste has purchased the historic house in Wilhelmsfeld, Germany, where Dr. Jose Rizal stayed and wrote parts of Noli Me Tangere in 1887, aiming to preserve it as a museum without using government funds.
During a visit to a Mexico-Spain cultural exhibition, King Felipe VI of Spain recognized the significant abuses during Spain's colonization of the Americas, highlighting historical controversies to foster mutual understanding.
Balamban officials and residents gathered at Mount Manunggal to commemorate the 69th anniversary of President Ramon Magsaysay's tragic plane crash. Eyewitness accounts and local stories highlight the enduring legacy of the 'Man of the Masses' in the commu
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Tagbilaran City officially launched the Saulog 2026 festival, marking the 461st Blood Compact Anniversary. The event featured a holy mass, wreath-laying, and the introduction of 50 candidates for Mutya sa Tagbilaran 2026 and the Saulog Festival King and Q
The Thai Trade Center in Manila has officially opened Thailand Week 2026 at Ayala Center Cebu, featuring over 50 exhibitors, cultural performances, and business matching opportunities from March 12-15, 2026.
Thousands gathered in Maimbung, Sulu, for a Grand Community Iftar led by the municipal government, with Army troops and security forces joining residents to break fast together, highlighting unity and peace during Ramadan.
A public-private partnership in Porac, Pampanga, hosted an art workshop for 30 children, including Aeta youth, blending creativity, sustainability, and community support through nature-inspired artworks.
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Lapu-Lapu City government announces reduced activities for the 505th Kadaugan sa Mactan celebration in April, canceling street dancing and ritual competitions due to Middle East conflict impacts on global energy supply.
Explore the origins of the Cebuano terms 'de silla' and 'de mano,' derived from Spanish, and their evolution from tartanilla directions to metaphors in writing and daily life.
Thailand Week returns to Ayala Center Cebu from March 12-15, 2026, with over 50 exhibitors presenting Thai food, fashion, jewelry, and crafts. The event blends commerce with cultural storytelling, featuring cooking demos and diplomatic presence.
The 19th Bulawan Festival and 28th Founding Anniversary of Davao de Oro concluded successfully after nine days of vibrant festivities, marking a major post-disaster recovery celebration with thousands of participants and visitors.
Cebu City recently hosted a reception for the Japanese Emperor's 66th birthday, celebrating 70 years of Philippines-Japan friendship, while Cathay Pacific marked its 80th year by honoring top travel agents at a special dinner event.
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The National Museum of the Philippines-Davao announces extended operating hours from March 13-14, 2026, with free admission to celebrate Araw ng Dabaw. The museum recently reopened after earthquake repairs.
