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 …
Day of protest against government neglect one year after typhoon Yolanda
Finally the people of the Philippines are protesting something that makes sense, but like many things in the Philippines – this protest is a year in the making. Filipino activist …
Food of the Philippines: Cassava cake recipe (Bibingkang Kamoteng – Kahoy)
Originating as a South American dish centuries ago, Cassava Cake is one of the most popular and enjoyed homemade delicacies or Kakanin. Made from grated cassava – the light and …
Basic baking in the Philippines: Toblerone chocolate muffins
Who doesn’t love Toblerone Chocolate? Now that it’s close to the Holidays in the Philippines and around the world, it’s time to make up some unique little paskong pang regalo’ …
The Pinto Art Museum: A haven for lovers of modern art and sculpture
As soon as you enter the Pinto Art Museum, you can’t help but be inspired. Located in Antipolo, Rizal – the Pinto Art Museum is a haven for those who love modern art. …
The Marikina Shoe Museum – take a little walk on the wild side
Marikina is considered the shoe capital of the Philippines so it’s only fitting it is home to the Marikina shoe museum. Today the museum houses the largest pair of shoes …
Isla Reta Beach Resort: A little piece of paradise on Samal Island
Talicud Island is a trip off the main path of those heading to Samal. Although Talicud is considered part of the Island Garden City of Samal, the definition of the …
Filipino American featured on memorial for disabled servicemen and women
A Filipino-American soldier has become one of the people featured on the American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial in Washington. 29-year-old Joseph Bacani narrowly escaped death after he was shot …