I received a lot of birthday greetings yesterday (my birthday is two months away, in August) because it was Jose Rizal’s 164th birthday. Fortunately, nobody sends me similar greetings on Rizal Day, ...

BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Leading his made-up song “Happy Orbit, Pepe,” instead of the usual “Happy Birthday” tune, National Artist Kidlat Tahimik honored “indio-genius” Jose Rizal on ...

BIRTHDAYS have gotten simpler for me as each year passes. My wants are straightforward, and my eyes cleared of any and all rose-tinted glasses that distort the truths of life. My personal crowd has ...

Rizal was also a sociologist, and a sodalist who loved to join fraternities and associations. He was a sportsman, a tourist who travelled to more than 30 countries.

CALAMBA CITY — This city commemorated the 164th birth anniversary of national hero Dr. Jose Rizal on Thursday, with Mayor Roseller Rizal at the forefront of various activities highlighting the ...

After the world did not end in 2000, members of a cult in the Philippines began to abandon its belief that national hero Doctor Jose Rizal was divine. "Rizal mentioned in some of his writings that the ...

A bad stare pushed an 18-year-old teenager to shoot a 21-year-old man while walking near a market in Rodriguez, Rizal on Thursday, June 19. According to Rodriguez Rizal Police chief Lt. Col. Paul ...

Miss Philippines Earth has introduced the candidates vying for the 2025 title. In a 48-minute video, the national pageant showcased the introduction videos from the 37 beauty queens who are hoping to ...