SM is preserving history by restoring the Philippines’ cultural landmarks – showing its commitment to heritage, education, and community growth. Learn how SM’s innovations go beyond business—creating lasting impact from malls to school halls in this inspiring story on innovation for good. Through the Henry Sy Foundation and SM Foundation, the group recently restored Quezon […]
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Celebrating Independence: Alvin Alcid Reflects on Filipino Nationalism and Community Spirit
On July 12, 2024, the Philippines commemorated the 8th anniversary of the West Philippine Sea (WPS) Arbitral Award, a landmark decision of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea favoring the country’s claims over China in the territorial dispute. To mark the occasion, Good News Pilipinas features our exclusive interview with the National […]
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Aguinaldo Shrine in Kawit: Unfolding Philippine History
Called the House of History, Emilio Aguinaldo Shrine in Kawit, Cavite is the place where the historic declaration of Philippine independence was publicly read by its author Ambrosio Bautista at the front window of the grand hall on June 12, 1898. This house is the center of unfolding Philippine history. Its hidden compartments for documents […]
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LIST: Filipino Films About Freedom to Watch this Independence Day
Here is a list of Filipino films and documentaries to watch as the Philippines marks its 124th observance of Independence Day this June 2022.
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WHERE TO WATCH: Philippine History Films & Docus Streaming Online for Free
Here’s where to watch documentaries and films on Philippine history being screened for free and accessible online to Filipinos who want to learn from what our forebears have gone through in our journey towards establishing a democratic society.
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Cebu Basilica, Santo Niño image named National Cultural Treasures
The Basilica Minore del Sto. Niño de Cebu Church and the image of the Santo Niño de Cebu are to be declared “National Cultural Treasures” by the National Museum of the Philippines in April to celebrate the 500th anniversary of Christianity in the nation.
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Manila’s Metropolitan Theater reopens for Battle of Mactan quincentenary
The iconic Metropolitan Theater (MET) in Manila is set to reopen this year with celebratory events leading to the quincentennial or 500th anniversary of the Victory at Mactan on April 27, 2021.
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Philippines’ and Asia’s largest heritage church in Taal, Batangas fully restored
The fully restored Taal Basilica in Batangas has been turned over by the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) to the Archdiocese of Lipa after three years of restoration.
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Pre-hispanic Visayan noble costumes showcased at ASEAN Summit in Vietnam
Pre-colonial Visayan attire used in GMA Network’s historical fiction series Amaya is set to be displayed in Vietnam for the 2020 ASEAN Summit this October.
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Restored Barasoain Church turned over to Bulacan parishioners
The newly restored Barasoain Church has finally been turned over to Bulacan parishioners by the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP).
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Oldest Catholic church in Mindanao reopens after two-year restoration
The oldest Catholic church in Mindanao, the San Salvador del Mundo Parish located in Caraga, Davao Oriental, has reopened after two years of restoration work.
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Jose Rizal Museums celebrate Filipino hero’s 159th birth anniversary online
The Museo ni Jose Rizal of Calamba in Laguna, Dapitan in Zamboanga del Norte, and Fort Santiago inside the historical Walled City of Intramuros in Manila are commemorating the Philippine hero’s 159th birth anniversary on June 19, 2020, amid the coronavirus disease pandemic.
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