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Whatever Happened To Manila’s Statue of Liberty?

It was a landmark in Manila from the 1950s to the 1970s. But where is it now?

The Short and Tragic Life of the First Igorot Beauty Queen

At just age 13, Chainus was selected to reign as the Benguet Queen, the youngest beauty ever in the history of the Philippine carnival. This is her fascinating story.

6 Astonishing Facts About Ms. Universe and the Philippines

As home to only three stunning Miss Universe winners, Philippines has a long history of struggle to get that much-coveted crown. Let's take a trip down memory lane and relive those memorable moments...

This Filipina Is The World’s Fastest Reader

Meet Maria Teresa Calderon, the Filipina who could read a 214-page book in minutes--with 100% comprehension!

The Lottery Winner Who Changed Philippine History (Nope, It’s Not Rizal)

He was a 19th-century laborer who should have died in obscurity. But with a bit of luck and a touch of patriotism, he made a decision that ultimately placed his name in the annals of history

The Oldest Known Photos of the Philippines Ever Taken

Tucked away in a cabinet at the 7th floor of a New York City building were a group of 18 rare daguerreotypes of Manila from the 1840s, possibly the oldest photographic record of the Philippines ever...

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