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Almost Astronauts: The Story of the First Philippine Monkeys in Space Flight

Long before Chino Roque was officially named the first Filipino to fly into space, two Philippine animals almost achieved the same feat. Enclosed in an Aerobee rocket, Philippine monkeys named...

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...

The (Failed) Assassination of Imelda Marcos

On December 7, 1972, assassin Carlito Dimahilig attempted to kill former First Lady Imelda Marcos live on TV. The shocking event happened during an open-air awarding ceremony that was part of...

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