Jomalig Island: An island named after a legendary kiss still inspires love
The name of Jomalig Island comes from a Visayan word meaning ‘to kiss’, and this could not be any more fitting. Jomalig rests in a small archipelago in the Lamon …
“Samurai of Christ” on path to sainthood: His life and times in the Philippines
Known to many as the “Samurai of Christ” a Japanese warrior named Ukon “Justo” Takayama is to be beatified by the Vatican for his commitment to the Catholic religion. Takayama was born …
On this day, November 22, 1935: First trans-Pacific flight service introduced
Today in history, the Philippines launched the first trans-Pacific commercial flight. In front of a crowd of more than 125,000 people, Pan American World Airlines took flight from San Francisco Bay in their famed ‘China …
Australian report says more than 260,000 Filipinos live in slavery
The Walk Free Foundation announced in its 2014 report that the Philippines still has a huge issue with modern-day slavery. The group released its findings and has ranked the Philippines at 103 out of 167 …
Pope’s mass at Quirino Grandstand could draw up to six million people
Police are expecting up to six million people to attend the mass officiated by Pope Francis at Manila’s Quirino Grandstand. The service will be held on January 18 during his visit to the Philippines. …
Food of the Phillipines: Oxtail Kare Kare (delicious oxtail stew)
With the holiday seasons upon us, it’s time to whip out those special recipes that mean so much at the family dinner table. This traditional Filipino dish is a sure …
Food of the Philippines: Mouth-watering creamy caramel flan
Everybody loves leche flan, but what about Creamy Caramel Flan? Ingredients: 5 eggs ¾ cup of caster sugar 440 gram can of sweetened condensed milk 250 grams of cream cheese …
November 1542: Ruy Lopez de Villalobos begins his expedition to the Philippines
The month of November marks the expedition of Sir Ruy Lopez de Villalobos as he headed off from Nueva Espana (New Spain) or Mexico as most of us know it …
Forbes Magazine says Dumaguete among best places to retire in the world
Looking for the top places in the world to retire? Look no further, as Forbes Magazine has named the top seven places to retire and Dumaguete City in Negros Oriental has been named as …
Undocumented Filipinos can now apply for a driver’s licence in California
A new law effective January 1, 2015, will allow anyone to apply for a state driver’s licence regardless of their immigration status; this includes the numerous undocumented Pinoys living in …
Vatican releases Pope Francis itinerary for his visit to the Philippines
Pope Francis is scheduled to visit the Philippines this coming January 2015. His itinerary has been released by the Vatican today. Archbishop Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle announced the itinerary in …
President Aquino passes law to give all pensioners health cover
President Aquino signed into law a provision to give health cover to all seniors living in the Philippines. The law removes the former qualification saying that a senior had to …
Filipino travellers can now get UK visas in just 24 hours
The UK is rolling out the red carpet and offering Filipino travellers the chance to receive a UK visa within just 24 hours. The service will begin in April 2015 but comes …
Vigan’s colonial charm could see it named among world’s seven wonders
The Philippines has mustered up another great tourist destination which may soon be named a new wonder of the world. Vigan City is in the 21 finalists in the “New7Wonder” …
Philippine tourist chiefs hope to welcome more disabled visitors
Ambitious plans are underway to make the Philippines more accessible for disabled travellers. Helen Catalbas, Regional Director of the Department of Tourism (DOT) said they were committed to creating a ‘barrier-free’ tourism industry. DOT, …
Sagada reopens Balangagan burial cave with new access road
Read more: The hanging coffins of Sagada The town of Sagada has reopened the Cave of Balangagan. Located just a few kilometers from one of the most famous attractions in Sagada – Sumaguing Cave – the …
Food of the Philippines: Beef Empanada, an Ilocano classic
Empanadas are delicious filled pasty turnovers. They originated in Spain, but have now become a firm Filipino favourite, particularly in the north of the country. Empanadas can be baked or fried. They can be …
Philippine-Saudi agreement guarantees better conditions for Filipino workers
Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) working in Saudi Arabia are now seeing better working conditions thanks to a ‘labour pact’ that has been signed by the Saudi Arabia Government. The agreement was put into …
Tubbataha Reef National Park: A world wonder beneath the Sulu Sea
Two of the most famous reefs in the world are found in the same hemisphere. The Great Barrier Reef, in the Coral Sea off Queensland, Australia, and the Tubbataha Reef National …
Mindoro dwarf buffalo making a comeback after near extinction
The rare Mindoro dwarf buffalo was facing extinction. In 2013, only 345 “Tamaraw” Buffalo were left in the Philippines, however, conservation efforts have greatly increased those numbers. An annual survey of the region of …
Food of the Philippines: Ginataang Bilo Bilo recipe
Filipino’s love the afternoon snack Ginataang Bilo bilo. Serving it freshly cooked while the Bilo bilo is pillow soft is the best way to serve this unique dish. The Pinoy …
Food of the Philippines: Beef Tapa (cured beef) recipe – Filipino style
Beef Tapa is a big Filipino favorite in the Philippines and around the world. Tapa – Is a drying process meant for be for other meats besides beef and often include …
Filipino American taxi driver wins ‘driver of the year’ after returning $300,000
For the first time in the state of Nevada, a Fil-Am taxi cab driver won the prestigious award of Taxicab Limousine & Para-transit Association’s annual event. The event was held …
Possessions of late ‘king of comedy’ Dolphy to be auctioned
A public auction is being held for the late-great King of Comedy ‘Dolfy’ or Rodolfo Vera Quizon. The auction is slated for December 13 at the Samsung Hall, SM Aura, …
Burgos wind farm starts electricity production and becomes tourist attraction
The largest wind farm in the Philippines and all of Southeast Asia has started producing electricity to the national grid. The Burgos Wind Power Corporation informed the Department of Energy …
Baguio City — A gift from America to the Philippines that keeps on giving
Baguio City – the City of Pines and Summer Capital of the Philippines – is a cool place to visit… in both senses of the word. Governor-General William Taft (later …