In the vibrant city of Ormoc, where life blends simplicity with ambition, one family’s dream transformed into a legacy that’s touched countless lives. Mayong’s Bakeshop & Snack House, a brand synonymous with delicious burgers and heartwarming baked goods, didn’t just grow from a humble snack stall into a celebrated institution—it became a testament to perseverance, […]
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After A Decade, 10 Philippine Treasures Added To UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List
Ten of the Philippines’ natural and cultural sites have been added to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Tentative List, awaiting official declaration. This marks the first addition of local sites in almost a decade. The new additions are 3 natural sites, 5 cultural sites, and 2 mixed properties treasures […]
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Cebu’s Barangay Bojo listed in UN WTO Best Tourism Villages
Barangay Bojo in Aloguinsan, Cebu province has been named among the Best Tourism Villages by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its outstanding practices to promote eco-tourism and environmental sustainability.
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Samar’s Samela Aubrey Godin wins Miss Culture International in South Africa
Miss Philippines Samela Aubrey Godin has raised the country’s flag in South Africa by winning the Miss Culture International 2021, the country’s first crown in the pageant held live despite the coronavirus pandemic and its Omicron variant treat.
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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”.
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Samar, Leyte improve waste management with plastics for food barter
Samar and Leyte are improving their waste management with programs that allow residents to collect plastic wastes and barter them in exchange for rice and other food products.
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Samar’s Basey Bypass Road leading to Sohoton Cave and Balantak Falls opens livelihood to locals
The Basey Bypass Road Project in Samar leading to the popular destinations of Sohoton National Park and Balantak Falls has residents and stakeholders anticipating its opening.
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Woven by Samar women artisans collaborate with Global fashion brand Charles & Keith
Global fashion brand Charles & Keith are collaborating with Woven Philippines in a new collection of handwoven bags made by women artisans from Basey, Samar. The Charles & Keith and Woven special capsule collection was introduced to celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8, and “aims to eradicate and reduce gender discrimination, inequality, and violence.” […]
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Samar high school broadcasters rehearsal Facebook video showcases budding Filipino radio talents
A Facebook video of a team of high school broadcasters from Samar has earned widespread attention from netizens, academics, and professional broadcasters, drawing attention to the budding Filipino radio talents. The Eastern Samar National Comprehensive High School (ESNCHS) video showed a team of 3 boys and 3 girls, with a music scorer on a computer […]
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Pinay lawyer-beauty queen wins Miss Summer World 2018
A Filipino beauty won the pageant title for Miss Summer World 2018 in Europe, becoming the first Asian to win the title.
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6 must-see tourist adventure spots in the Visayas
More than just Boracay or Cebu, the Visayas islands boast of varied natural and man-made structures that can fill the traveler’s adventure streak.
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