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8 Facts About Dolly De Leon – Trailblazer Actress Making Waves in The Global Stage

There are no signs of slowing down our Golden Globes and BAFTA nominee, Dolly de Leon. Get to know 2022's global breakthrough star.

Discover the Philippines beyond white sand beaches and learn about our diverse cultures with these Philippine festivals!

After watching the MEGA TRAILER during the new year, now what? Get to know behind-the-scene facts while we all wait for the pilot episode.

We rounded up 10 Filipino actors making waves in the international scene by winning prestigious TV and film awards and making history.

Learn these basic Ilocano phrases and explore both the east and west sides of Northern Luzon like a local!

Check out these Korean and Filipino pop culture crossovers to see one of your fave Korean and local acts' projects has gone under your radar!

These dance trends that originated from the Philippines, such as Otso Otso, Spaghetti, and Papaya shaped many Filipinos' childhoods.

These 12 Filipino funeral beliefs and superstitions are practised as a form of respect and to avoid misfortune among the family.

You can relive your childhood as an adult by gathering your friends and playing these fun-filled Filipino childhood games.

For those who want to observe Lenten season the Filipino way, below are some Filipino Lent & Holy Week superstitions you should know.