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Bringing Philippine Folklore to Life: How Glenda Chiu Designed Mattel’s Manananggal-Inspired Doll
Born and raised in Cebu City, Glenda Chiu remembers growing up watching the news, where they’d sometimes report on chilling sightings of the Manananggal. It became the unexpected inspiration behind one of her proudest creations: Corazon Marikit, the first Filipina Monster High doll.
What Are the Vegas Odds of a Filipino Pope? The Betting Market Has Weighed in. The Numbers Might Surprise You.
We’re probably going to hell for this blog- but did you know you can actually bet on the next Pope. And if so, What are the odds of a Filipino pope? According to Vegas.
Meet Kalani Pe‘a, The 4x Grammy-Winning Hawaiian Filipino Star Bringing Island Music to the World
“It is through Hawaiian music and poetry that we share our moʻolelo (stories). I want to leave hoʻoilina (legacies) for my family, my students, and the communities we serve through higher education, and through creating Hawaiian music.”
The Origin of The Filipino Accent | Understanding the Evolution of our Phonetics and Linguistics
The Filipino accent, particularly in the context of modern Tagalog and its influence from various linguistic sources, is a fascinating blend of native phonetic structures, colonial influences, and regional variances.
10 Filipino R&B Love Songs to Set the Mood This Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching, which means it’s time to tick off all the boxes for a perfect night out. Reservations? check Flowers? check Outfit picked? check Music for the car ride??? Ok, we know you haven’t thought that far ahead—but let’s be real, the right soundtrack can totally set the mood and take you from the friendzone to the endzone.
Cue the Kilig: 10 of Our favorite FilAm inspired Valentine’s Day Cards
As January comes to a close, it’s about that time to dig into all your mental notes about your loved ones' likes / dislikes and start making preparations for the most romantic holiday of the year, Valentines Day!
Where Undocumented Filipinos Can Find Help| A Friendly, No Judgement, Non-Partisan Guide
Hearing about the recent deportation of Filipinos from the U.S., might feel scary and overwhelming. If you or someone you know is undocumented, it’s okay to feel worried, but you don’t have to face this alone. There are places to turn for help and support.
The Rainbow Tree: Nature’s Masterpiece in the Philippines
Eucalyptus deglupta tree, commonly known as the rainbow eucalyptus. With its kaleidoscope-like bark, this tree is a visual treat and a living testament to nature’s artistry.
The Origin and Cultural Significance of the Parol: The Philippines' Beloved Christmas Lantern
The parol, a star-shaped Christmas lantern, is a timeless and cherished symbol of Christmas in the Philippines. It represents faith, hope, and the enduring Filipino spirit.
Meet the Chef Behind the Viral Dubai Chocolate, Nouel Catis, and How His Brand SNA’AP Is Crafting Million-Dollar Magic
They say the way to a human’s heart is through the stomach. According to Chef Nouel, that is false! He believes the way to a human’s heart is by tugging on one’s heritage to draw connection and nostalgia
Meet The Fresh Chefs of Bel-Air | The Culinary Duo Behind The Rock’s Ultimate Cheat Meal at Brique French Toastery
Now this is a story all about how Chef Rocky and Daniel Breiz’s lives got flipped-turned upside down, and we’d like to take a minute, just sit right there. We’ll tell you how they became the fresh chefs of a town called Bel-Air.
Keith Pedro Drops a Perfect 10: His Newest album ‘Manny Stacquiao’ Packs the Punchlines and Doesn’t Miss
Manny Stacquiao is Filipino-Canadian comedian, Keith Pedro's third comedy album, which launched on 10/10/2024. It is not a coincidence. Pedro purposely chose this release date because to him, “It’s a perfect album. It’s 10 out of 10
Be in the "Filipi-Know" | Meet Founder of Up and coming Filipino Golf Brand, PARE Golf
PARÉ, a Filipino golf clothing line, thinks so and would is ready to drastically shake up the previous norms of what “golf fashion” should look like.
Reviving Tagalog for the Next Generation: An Interview with Jeepney School’s Ate Cherry AITKEN
I’ve written about online courses, I’ve written about children's books, and now I’m writing about the best Tagalog educational channel on Youtube, now showing on a screen near you, Jeepney School.
A Legacy Continues | FilAM Sebastian Margate's Triumph at the NBTC
Sebastian Margate is the only son of former basketball player Sunny Margate, aka “Mr. Intangible”, who played professional basketball in the Philippines from 1998 to the early 2000’s.
Get to know Big Strong John | The Filipino Purple Wiggle
Did you know that the Purple Wiggle is Filipino? His character, “Big Strong John,” is focused on health, fitness, and being strong and resilient.
This or That: Best Voted Thanksgiving Filipino Dishes
We took a survey of over a thousand votes to help you narrow down what everyone is craving for Thanksgiving, helping you bring that perfect dish to all your family gatherings. Time to dig in into This or That: Best Filipino Thanksgiving Dishes.
The Most Common Filipino LAST NAMES and their Meaning
At birth we are given a right to a name. It can be derived from a number of sources our parents, notable family members, future asperations, desired characteristics…etc. Filipino names have evolved and changed through out time as has become a melting pot of inspiration from indigenous origins, to western influences. Let’s take a dive to origins of Filipino last names.
Tagalog Loan Words from Other Asian Languages
The Philippines has been rich in culture and language even before pre-colonial age. With a booming in trade with its neighboring countries, language in the are has evolved and shared words that would later still be used today.
We listed some loan words from other Asian languages that are used in modern Tagalog.