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 »
British singer-songwriter Olivia Dean is set to headline the 2027 Manila edition of LaLaLa Fest, joining some of the Philippines’ biggest and rising music acts for the highly anticipated festival. Read more »
Bacolod City is officially preparing to welcome the Batang Pinoy 2026 after the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) formalized its partnership with the local government for the hosting of the national youth sports event. Read more »
Three books by and about Mindanao have been recognized at the 43rd National Book Awards, highlighting the region’s rich history and culture. The awards, announced by the National Book Development Board (NBDB) and the Filipino Critics Circle (FCC), honored 30 titles across 30 categories. Read more »
Philippine football fans were treated to one of the sport’s most unforgettable weeks as both the women’s and men’s national teams delivered milestone victories in the 2025 Southeast Asian Games. Read more »
Students and researchers from Benguet State University (BSU) are driving a new technology that turns surplus highland vegetables into dried “chop suey chips,” offering a potential solution to the persistent problem of vegetable dumping in the Cordillera. Read more »
