Photography is key in keeping culture, memories, and stories alive in the Philippines. It’s a big part of Filipino traditions and celebrations. It lets people capture and share moments that show their culture and values. With services like those from Great Image, Filipinos can keep family memories alive. They can capture traditions and celebrate big…
What does it mean to share an identity with others? This question is at the heart of the Filipino concept of Kapwa. It teaches us to treat others as equals. Professor Virgilio Enriquez says Kapwa is about recognizing our shared identity with others. To learn more about the ancient Filipino script and its connection to…
What does it mean to truly love one’s country? How can we show patriotism in a way that brings us together, not apart? Patriotism is complex and means different things in different cultures. In the Philippines, it’s about loving your country and wanting it to succeed. In the Philippines, loving your country means being proud…
What can we do to lessen the harm pollution causes in the Philippines? Air, water, and land pollution are big problems. They come from fast development, more factories, and cities growing bigger. These issues hurt our environment and make pollution worse. The Philippines is dealing with big environmental problems. Air, water, and land pollution are…
Did you know that despite over 300 years of Spanish rule, the Philippines didn’t become a Spanish-speaking nation like many Latin American countries? Let’s explore the fascinating reasons behind this linguistic puzzle. You might be wondering why Filipinos don’t speak Spanish as their main language, unlike many countries in Latin America. It’s a common question…
Did Jose Rizal really think Filipinos were incapable of self-governance? Let’s dive into the nuances behind this common misconception and uncover the truth about our national hero’s vision. Okay, folks, let’s talk about Jose Rizal. We all know him, the face on the one-peso coin, the guy we learn about in school every June. But how much…
What if our Philippine National Hero wasn’t who we always thought it was? Could Andres Bonifacio deserve the title just as much, or even more, than Jose Rizal? Let’s dive into the heart of a question that has stirred countless debates in Filipino history: Does Andres Bonifacio deserve to be the Philippine National Hero just…
Is it our history or our habits holding us back? Let’s explore if colonialism is the unseen hand hindering the Philippines’ growth compared to its Asian neighbors. Ever wonder why the Philippines seems to lag behind its Asian neighbors in terms of economic prosperity? Many point fingers at corruption and ingrained cultural traits, but could…
What if Jose Rizal’s vision for the Philippines had prevailed? Would we have achieved a different kind of freedom? Let’s dive into a question that’s been buzzing around for ages: Was Jose Rizal truly a hero, or did figures like Andres Bonifacio deserve more of the spotlight? We’ll tackle the complexities of Rizal’s stance on…
You know how it is – sometimes you stumble upon a juicy historical debate, and it’s like opening a Pandora’s Box of questions! That’s exactly what happened when we started digging into the University of Santo Tomas (UST)’s role during the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines. Let’s be real, the Spanish colonial period was…