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Philippines’ role in world’s 1st circumnavigation on NetKapihan with Direk Rene
Yoyoy Villame immortalized the event with his witty song "Magellan". The Portuguese explorer under the employ of the Spanish king first sighted one of the islands in the Philippines on 16 March 1521.
Philippines’ history lessons from Yoyoy Villame’s Magellan 1521 song
The Philippines' history lessons about Ferdinand Magellan's arrival in 1521 and fate at the hands of Lapu Lapu in Mactan were made pop culture material when Visayan troubadour and Bohol native Yoyoy Villame made a hit song with his "Magellan".
LOOK: 1st Circumnavigation of the World’s Magellan-Elcano Expedition Philippine Route Map
The first circumnavigation of the world 500 years ago is being celebrated today, March 16, 2021, with several events including the release of the Spanish expedition's route map around the Philippines' islands in 1521.
Cardinal Chito Tagle honors Filipino immigrants in message to Pope Francis
Cardinal Luis "Chito" Tagle has honored Filipino immigrants in his message to Pope Francis at the end of the Holy Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica for the 500 Years of Christianity in the Philippines.
Philippines’ Coral Triangle natural treasures on showcase in Virtual Dive Expo
The Philippines' Coral Triangle natural treasures will be on showcase in the upcoming PHIDEX Virtual Dive Expo.
CANVAS Philippines donates children’s e-books to Globe eLibrary for students
CANVAS Philippines has donated children’s e-books to the Globe eLibrary to address the learning needs of students affected by the pandemic.
Palawan to welcome international cruise ships to new port in Puerto Princesa
The Puerto Princesa City International Cruise Port is designed with a 500 lineal meter by 21 lineal meter wharf to accommodate a large cruise liner. It is also provided with 36 lineal-meter by 12 lineal meter trestle and 64 lineal meters by 13.4 lineal meter causeway which will serve as the entrance to the Terminal Building.
Philippines’ electronics testing opens to US market after FCC recognition
The Philippines' Electronics Product Development Center (EPDC) testing facility's ISO accreditation has received the United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recognition, effectively opening the American market for the country's electronics testing.
Filipino diaspora stories find voices in women-led media organizations
Filipino diaspora stories of inspiration are set to be featured in two women-led media organizations based in the United States and the Philippines.
LIST: Philippines’ role in 1st world circumnavigation marked in March events
We list here the March events in the calendar of activities for the 2021 Quincentennial Commemorations in the Philippines released by the National Quincentennial Committee (NQC).
Filipina-Japanese champion golfer Yuka Saso named Philippines’ Athlete of the Year
Filipina-Japanese champion golfer Yuka Saso has been named the Philippines' Athlete of the Year by the Philippine Sportswriters Association (PSA) Awards.
12 Filipinas bring honor to Philippines on International Women’s Day
Here are 12 Filipinas bringing honor to the Philippines on International Women's Day, March 8, 2021, amid a global celebration set against a backdrop of unprecedented challenges.
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How to Track your Philippine National ID delivery
Here's how to track the delivery status of your Philippine National Identification (PhilID) card.
