If you grew up in the 80s, you are probably familiar with turumpo. Trumpo or turumpo is a game that …
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Duwendes: Little Elves in Filipino Mythology
It’s easy to blame the supernatural. When I misplace my phone or keys – which is more often than I’d …
Tiktik: The Philippine Version of the Vampire and Werewolf
I still remember the first time I heard of the tiktik. It was 2008, and I was huddled with the …
Juan Luna—How a Painter Can Be Every Bit of a Hero
Juan Luna is considered a hero because his talent proved that the indio was not as savage or ignorant as …
Fashion for a Cause
Fashion for a Cause, hosted by the Miss Philippines USA organization was filled with a lively night of entertainment. The fashion extravaganza …
Tinikling: A Dance of Identity
What makes for a marker of identity? A marker of identity is a symbol, an object, or a set of …
The Story Behind the White Lady
I don’t think anyone would be surprised if you reported you saw a white lady. It’s one of those unspoken …
Tiyanak: The Vampiric Baby Creature
Upon hearing the word tiyanak, the same image is conjured in my head: I am lost in the forest, fumbling …
Marcelo H. del Pilar and the Ideas of the Revolution
When thinking of Filipino heroes, the mind turns to figureheads of history who were embroiled in the armed struggles at …
Tirador – A Local Filipino Summer Game
According to old stories, tirador was used as a tool by native Filipinos to hunt and gather food. A good …
EP5 BFF LA TV
This episode features Miss Philippines USA finalists in their Q & A segment.