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Category: Bizarre and Oddities

link to Unearthing The Mysteries Of Ancient Filipino “Giants”

Unearthing The Mysteries Of Ancient Filipino “Giants”

Is it a giant discovery or just a tall tale?

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link to “Potang bengi” is not a deaf prostitute (and other oddities in the Philippine language)

“Potang bengi” is not a deaf prostitute (and other oddities in the Philippine language)

In the Philippine setting, knowing the correct meaning of words may save you from black eyes or embarrassment or maybe even violent death.

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link to Augusto Lakandula: The Guy Who Hijacked Philippine Airlines and Escaped Using A Homemade Parachute

Augusto Lakandula: The Guy Who Hijacked Philippine Airlines and Escaped Using A Homemade Parachute

A Filipino named Augusto Lakandula (later identified as Reginald Chua), hijacked a  Philippine Airlines jet on May 25, 2000. After collecting the passengers' money and other valuables, the...

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link to The “Fire Mummies” of Kabayan Burial Caves

The “Fire Mummies” of Kabayan Burial Caves

Kabayan, one of the municipalities of Benguet in the Cordillera Mountain Ranges, is home to a total of 200 man-made burial caves, 15 of which contain perfectly preserved human mummies. The Kabayan...

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link to Halsema Highway: Philippines’ Deadliest Road

Halsema Highway: Philippines’ Deadliest Road

Also known as the "Mountain Trail", Halsema Highway spans 150 kilometers between the towns of Baguio and Bontoc in Mountain Province. It is a sight to behold, thanks to the breath-taking drop-offs...

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link to Filipino student has 40 first names!

Filipino student has 40 first names!

Ratziel, a senior high school student in Urdaneta City National High School, fascinates every person who comes across his personal documents. According to Philippine Daily Inquirer, Ratziel has 40...

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