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The political power of Aretha Franklin’s voice

Aretha Franklin died yesterday, Aug. 16, of pancreatic cancer. She was 76. I admit, Aretha…

LOOK: This photo series explores drag culture through floral narratives

Collaborations between artists with differing fields and mediums foster a different kind of creative thunder,…

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The PH film industry isn’t doing as well as South Korea’s. What gives?

This story was originally published on Aug. 16, 2018

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Balangiga bells to return to Samar after 117 years

The bells which have been at the front of decades of diplomatic negotiations between the…

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This local T-shirt brand is raising awareness about indigenous peoples

There is power in clothes. The humble tee, for example, has been used to disperse…

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Carlos Celdran was sentenced to prison for fighting for reproductive health

You may know Carlos Celdran as the orchestrator of the 2018 Manila Biennale, the quirky…

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The tea you drink can help fund the National Museum

MaArte at the Pen is already happening this weekend, from Aug. 10 to 12, at…

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DPWH road project could damage heritage bridge in Cavite

Heritage advocates are appealing to the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to preserve…

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Why Poblacion’s gentrification is problematic

You know it’s Friday night in Barangay Poblacion, Makati City when 4,000 or so non-residents flock to…

Japan’s traveling martial arts exhibit arrives at the National Museum

Did you know that aside from being designated as “Buwan ng Wika,” History Month is…