Today I Learned – Page 16

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...

Rafflesia – Giant flower that smells like corpse

Did you know that 10 species of Rafflesia, also known as the largest exotic flower in the world, can only be found in the Philippines? It is exclusively found in South East Asia and can grow up to 3...

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...

The Origin of “Eat Bulaga”

Did you know that Joey de Leon, otherwise known as Eat Bulaga's resident "Henyo Master", was the mind behind the noon-time show's name and slogan? It was in Tito Sotto's kitchen where the idea first...

Peanut butter can be converted into diamonds!

Did you know that if exposed to a high-pressure environment, carbon-based substances such as peanut butter can turn into diamonds? That's what scientists from Edinburgh University revealed in 2007,...

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...