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Caroling is a part of the Filipino Christmas tradition. Once the Dawn Mass known as “Misa de Gallo” or “Simbang Gabi “ starts, carolers will… 12/10/2010
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Christmas Caroling in the Philippines
Christmas: A National Fiesta
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The Philippines is known as the “Land of Fiestas,” and at Christmas time, this is especially true. Filipinos are proud to proclaim their Christmas celebration… 12/10/2010
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INTERVIEW: On the elections and a life of activism
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(Exclusive Interview with Dr. Carol P. Araullo) These are quotations taken from a one-on-one interview with Dr. Carol Pagaduan Araullo, chairperson of Bagong Alyansang Makabayan… 05/17/2010
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Two Accomplished Women and Their Advocacies
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Angel Locsin, Advocate for Women and Environment She was voted the most beautiful Filipina of 2009. Her face adorns the billboards along Edsa. She has… 03/31/2010
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The Courage and Commitment of Judy Taguiwalo
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Online and in the streets, Judy Taguiwalo is an inspiration to a new generation of Filipino activists, particularly women activists. Her world view is shaped… 03/31/2010
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‘Dukot’: Courageous Movie Tackles Worsening Rights Abuses in Philippines
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Dukot’s fearlessness emanates from its depiction of the truth about the worsening human-rights situation in the Philippines today. As Bonifacio Ilagan, the scriptwriter, put it:… 08/18/2009
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Aurelio Tolentino and His Play Kahapon, Ngayon, at Bukas
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Not all Filipinos are aware of the historical importance of May 14. On May 14, 1903, Aurelio Tolentino (October 13, 1867-July 3, 1915), a Pampango… 06/12/2009
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Father of the Philippine Revolution: Andres Bonifacio
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In commemoration of the 111th anniversary of the 1898 declaration of Philippine Independence Andres Bonifacio was born on November 30, 1863 to Santiago Bonifacio and… 05/29/2009
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Spending Mother’s Day 7,000 Miles Away
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During Mother’s Day on May 10, there are mothers 7,000 miles away in Canada working as caregivers in the hope that they would be able… 05/29/2009
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Berting Labra springs to freedom
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(Following are excerpts from an article published in the Observer magazine in Feb. 1982 after Berting Labra’s release from prison.) Home at last after 12… 02/13/2009
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