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List of Past and Present Philippine Musical Instruments (PHOTOS)

The Philippines has its own history of musical instruments that dates back to precolonial era. Early Filipinos played different kinds of musical instruments, each for a unique purpose like marriage, courtship, or harvest. Here is a list of past and present Philippine musical instruments, with photos. Baritone (Kazzo) Made of…

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Places, Travel

Boracay, The Paradise Island That Sparkles In The Orient Seas

Fine-grained stretch of white sand, the crystal-clear and pristine blue-green waters, kaleidoscopic display of paraw boats, the fresh briskly wind brushing your face, the gastronomic seafood served along the shore- these are just few reasons why people keep on coming back and the reasons why travel magazines tag this place…

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Politics

Map of the Disputed Spratly Islands in South China Sea

The map below shows the disputed claims in the South China Sea, specifically the Spratly Islands. While other countries like Vietnam, Malaysia, Brunei, Taiwan, and The Philippines claim portions of the islands, China wants everything (see the red line). China claims nearly all of the South China Sea! See also:…

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Religion

Watch Simbang Gabi Live Stream Online 2013 (VIDEO)

Thanks Sun-Star for the 2013 Simbang Gabi live stream online. Sun-Star in partnership with the Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral Parish, will be streaming live the nine-day dawn masses, also called Simbang Gabi, from the Cathedral to allow Filipinos in the Philippines and abroad to observe the tradition online. Dawn masses starts…

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