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 …
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 …
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’ …
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. …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Sarangani Highlands Resort is nothing short of amazing in so many ways. Not only did I personally discover this stunning resort by accident, I visited it long ago in the …
Balut Island is just one of the Sarangani chain, which were created by volcanic eruptions. Balut Island is also known to many as Sanguil and can be found 13 kilometers off the main …
The Ifugao rice terraces were carved into the Cordillera Mountain Ranges of Northern Luzon during the time of Jesus Christ. The mountains are home to various indigenous tribes which are collectively known …
Governor Generoso is found in Davao Oriental province and consists of the peninsula that juts out into Davao Bay. Many who travel this region do so by taking a trip …
The Monfort Bat Cave Sanctuary is home to the largest colony of Rousette fruit bats in the world. The pit holds more than million bats at any given time, covering 80 …
The tribes of Africa believe in one thing, that once you achieve the title of King; you can never become anything less. Not only do the tribes of Africa invoke …
A growing number of Americans living abroad are being tempted to give up their US passports. Why? Because the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act is bringing tougher asset-disclosure rules around the globe. …
For an updated and extended version of this amazing true-life story, click here In the year 1905 a tribe known as the Igorrotes became a sensation throughout the land, but …
Lina Flor, born Carolina Flores-Trinidad, is best remembered for her writing. She became a household name during the age of radio for the drama known as Gulong ng Palad. But Lina Flor was …
Over my time in the Philippines I’ve personally seen this 1,000 times, and sorry to say I’m probably being a bit light on the numbers. The act of “Reverse Culture …
One week after it was reported that the US Navy destroyer USS Stethem had run over a small boat near Subic Bay, the ship’s skipper has been fired. Commander. John Bradford was relieved …
On this day, October 23, 1857, a baby was born to a high-society couple in Badoc, Illocos Norte, who would one day become one of the most famous painters in …
‘The beauty of ruins lies in the eye of the beholder’. That statement seems to fall so true for the Ruins of Talisay, a stunning shell – the remains of …
No matter the situation, recording any conversation without the consent of the person speaking is against the law in the Philippines. Even those in heated exchanges (including landlord disputes, spousal …
First things first: The cheapest, but lengthy, way to reach the Banaue rice terraces is to take a bus out of Manila or Angeles City. The first thing you should …
Jordan Mang-osan, who lives high in the Cordilleras Mountains, calls his art solar drawings. He harnesses the power of the sun to burn stunning images on wood. The art of pyrography has …
A husband and wife involved in the production of disgusting online fetish videos that involved animal torture have been sentenced. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) helped file the …
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has said that all foreign nationals in the country need to present themselves before BI for biometrics and the issuance of a Special Security Registration Number …
Two kinds of separation exist in the Philippines; one is a separation in fact, where the married couple lives apart but has not filed papers or orders against one another. …