He has supposedly outlasted presidents, watched over palace staff, and smoked cigars from a centuries-old balete tree. Meet Mr. Brown, the legendary kapre of Malacañang, and discover the stories behind the palace’s most famous ghost. Read more »
DreamWorks' "Forgotten Island" follows two childhood best friends facing a looming separation, but its ache resonates with the entire Filipino diaspora. Read more »
A dark giant in an old tree, the smell of tobacco, and a path that keeps looping back on itself. Here’s what Filipino folklore says about the kapre, where its name came from, and what old folks say to do when one takes an interest in you. Read more »
A woman in white flags down a car, sits in the back seat, and disappears before the ride is over. Here’s where the Balete Drive legend came from, why the tree matters, and what the famous street looks like today. Read more »
Zambales has become a popular weekend destination for people who want to spend time in nature for its unabashed beauty. With its scenic views, Mapanuepe Lake, dubbed the "New Zealand of Zambales," has become one of them. Read more »
