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How t’nalak looms the threads of T’boli traditions

T’nalak represents both the T’boli community’s personal dream and their tribe’s rich culture.

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Borlas de pastillas: The intricate, ‘vanishing’ craft of Bulacan

The vanishing borlas de pastillas art channels the artists’ creativity, crafting designs that tell a myriad of narratives.

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On the way home: Healing the rift in family conflicts

While mending their bond, some families experience a difficult yet fulfilling process.

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A whiff of fresh air: Savoring life through the artist’s olfaction

The Philippine olfaction industry is on a slow rise, spreading its fragrance one scent at a time.

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On coal and steam, bibingka and puto bumbong define Filipino holidays

Bibingka and puto bumbong makers continue to fuel our Christmas spirit despite challenges brought by the pandemic.

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Diving into the realms of the Filipino children’s book industry

Often disregarded, children’s books are crucial in developing the future generation.

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Fighting in the trenches, ALS instructors push for support

Instructors of ALS say that the program’s goal is being challenged due to the ongoing pandemic.

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LOAs beneficial to students, but returnees call for easier processes

Those applying for an LOA often face added stress due to its strenuous process.

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Word for word: Taking measure of the Filipino translation industry

Perhaps it doesn’t come as a surprise to anyone that the Holy Bible is the most widely translated book in the world. By the 20th century, portions of it had been translated into 3,384 languages. As Jean-Claude Loba-Mkole wrote in his paper History And Theory Of Scripture Translations, “From a historical perspective, it rightly can…

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Thread by thread: An ode to the mananahi

Uniforms, dusters, patched holes, and sewn sleeves—hiding in between the threads of everyday clothes are the graceful skill and craftsmanship of the mananahi. They are an indispensable facet in local communities with blushing brides-to-be, future prom queens, or really anyone looking for anything from a sharp suit to a costume flocking to their doors. Their…