Cebu City's Sinulog Festival 2024 dazzles with colorful street dancing, religious processions, and cultural events. Discover the schedule, highlights, and significance of this iconic Philippine celebration.
Navigating Sinulog 2025? Learn the difference between Fiesta Señor & Sinulog, the meaning of 'Pit Señor!', and key festival concepts to appreciate Cebu's grand celebration.
A Filipino-American leader shares his profound journey of reconnecting with his roots, defining authentic leadership, and discovering the true meaning of home. A must-read for the global Filipino community.
Explore the deep-rooted Filipino love for Japanese surplus goods, from its practical origins to a modern cultural phenomenon. Discover the reasons behind this 'itsumo' habit and the lessons in mindful consumption. Read more.
Ikebana International Davao Chapter 133 wows visitors with a stunning floral art exhibit at Ayala Malls Abreeza. Discover the harmony of traditional and modern ikebana. Visit to learn more!
Businessman Edgar Mary Sarmiento and wife Jennifer Helen Weigel-Sarmiento will lead the 461st Fiesta Señor. Discover the deep-rooted tradition and their vital role in Cebu's grand Sinulog celebration.
Bacolod's champion Barangay Tangub dancers will perform at Cebu's Sinulog Festival on Jan. 18, 2026, with P1.5 million in support. Invitations from Iloilo and Hong Kong also received.
Cebu City announces 17 official barangay and school contingents for Sinulog sa Dakbayan 2026 on January 10. Tickets at P200. Join the cultural celebration!
Sasmuan, Pampanga concludes the Christmas season with the vibrant Kuraldal Atlung Ari festival on January 6, 2025. Join devotees for prayers, merrymaking, and tradition. #PampangaCulture #PhilippineFestivals
Explore the fading Cebuano tradition of Kulilising Hari, a poetic wake ritual from the 1950s. Discover its games, verses, and why this cultural gem is nearly forgotten today.
AKABI's latest post details nine morphological word forms in Cebuano-Visayan, starting with four key types. Discover the linguistic richness of the language. Read more!
Mayor Philip Naguit hails the 93rd Aguman Sanduk Festival as a testament to Minalin's resilience. See the winners of the float parade and cross-dressing tradition.
A poignant Filipino poem reveals how love is found in the smallest details of daily life, from crowded streets to shared glances. Discover the beauty in the mundane.
A heartfelt Cebuano poem bids farewell to 2026's hardships and welcomes 2026 with resolutions for generosity and personal growth. Read this unique cultural reflection.
On the 129th anniversary of Jose Rizal's martyrdom, we examine the persistent fake news and urban legends surrounding the national hero, from Jack the Ripper claims to Hitler conspiracies. Discover the facts.
Zamboanga City Mayor Khymer Olaso highlights Dr. Jose Rizal's timeless values for the youth and nation-building during the 129th Rizal Day commemoration. Read his powerful message.
In Poro, Camotes, a healer named Manu Marcos resolves a baffling sickness by mediating with displaced 'engkanto' spirits. The case warns locals to seek permission before cutting ancient trees.
Jesus 'Sonny' Garcia Jr. retires as chairman of the Visayan Academy at 80. Former Deputy Speaker Pablo John 'PJ' Garcia takes over, vowing to keep the Cebuano language alive for future generations. Read more about this cultural transition.
As 2026 nears, Cebu buzzes with tradition. Fireworks prices hold steady until Dec. 30, while round fruits for Media Noche symbolize prosperity. Discover how Cebuanos welcome the New Year.
A Filipino journalist recounts a transformative two-week media trip to Beijing, exploring China's digital landscape, 'whole-process democracy,' and regional media camaraderie. Read his unique perspective.
The University of San Carlos Choristers bring holiday cheer to SM City Cebu, while the Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry unveils its 2025 focus on 'Stronger Ecosystems.' Discover the sounds and plans shaping Cebu's festive season.
Davao City's 2025 holiday spirit shines through Giving Machines at Abreeza Mall and free jeepney rides, supporting local charities. Discover how Dabawenyos are making Christmas meaningful.
Catholic devotees in Cebu flocked to dawn Masses for the Misa de Gallo on Dec 21. The tradition, held at churches and Carbon Market, blends faith, community, and bibingka treats.
Clark Museum's 'Liwanag ng Pasko' diorama exhibit features 12 artists depicting Kapampangan culture. Open until Jan 19, 2026. Visit and support local art!
Thousands of Catholic devotees in Cebu attended the traditional Misa de Gallo dawn masses, a vibrant display of faith and Filipino culture ahead of Christmas. Read more about the celebrations.
A new linguistic analysis shows Cebuano and Bisayan words share direct ancestry with Proto-Austronesian and Proto-Malayo-Polynesian languages, based on the work of linguist Robert Blust. Discover the fascinating connections.
A new linguistic analysis explores the Austronesian origins of Bisaya-Cebuano terms for family, animals, colors, and numbers. Discover the deep historical connections of this Philippine language.
Explore the vibrant Pasko sa Sugbo 2025, from Misa de Gallo to Noche Buena feasts. Discover how Cebuanos blend faith, food, and family joy despite past hardships. Read more about this unique celebration.
A Cebu-based journalist shares his immersive experience in a Chinese media program, from initial anxieties to profound insights on China's development and regional dynamics. Read his unique perspective.
Explore the unwritten codes of Filipino social conduct, from respecting queues to giving up seats. Learn how these silent norms foster respect and community in everyday life.