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by Xtian Mack on February 6, 2013 One of the newest and fastest rising clubs in this locale is the Candyshop Superclub located at 1229 Quezon Ave. Quezon City, Philippines. This club has only turned a year old yet it has already become quite popular with the younger crowd. Exciting DJs keep the party rolling with the latest hits and the MC are pretty good at whipping up the crowd into a frenzy. » Read More
by Xtian Mack on February 5, 2013 Filipinos are said to have big hearts, and that there is much love to be shared among their family, friends, and special someones. This is probably the reason why among Asians in particular, Filipinos are the ones who celebrate Filipinos the most and with such flair. » Read More
by Xtian Mack on February 4, 2013 Celebrated on January 30-February 6 in Calinog, Iloilo, the Hinirugyaw is an annual festivity of Calinog’s devotion to Sr. Sto. Niño. It is a nine-day event and its activities consist of an opening salvo, food fest, live Sto. Niño contest among young boys not older than seven years old, Search for Lin-ay Kang Hinirugyaw and the contest proper for all participating tribes in three judging areas. » Read More
by Xtian Mack on February 4, 2013 The Candle Festival is a three-day celebration from January 31 to February 2 held in order to reflect the devotion of the people of Candelaria in “Nuestra Senora de Candelaria” likewise known as the Candlemas Virgin. It shows insights on the magnificence of the culture and tradition in the locality. The candle float parade and street dancing competition are among the major activities of the festival. » Read More
by Xtian Mack on February 4, 2013 The Kannawidan Ylocos Festival on January 29 to February 5, 2012 drew local and foreign tourists as more entertaining events had been included in the celebrations. » Read More
by Xtian Mack on February 4, 2013 The city of Malolos, Bulacan comes alive as the Sto Niño de Malolos Festival takes place on the last Sunday of January. Visitors from all over Luzon and beyond come in droves to take part in the festivities and pay homage to the Santo Niño. » Read More
by Jhaypee Guia on February 2, 2013 Nonito Donaire, The Filipino Flash, successfully maintained the WBO and The Ring super bantamweight titles against the Mexican Jorge Arce via third round knockout with 2:59 remaining, last December 15, 2012 in Houston, Texas. Donaire floored Arce once in the second round, and once in the third round, before the knockout that ended the match. » Read More
by Jhaypee Guia on February 1, 2013 The park has long been one of the most favorite places to spend Christmas in Manila. Last year 2012, inspite of the sadness that many Filipinos felt because of Typhoon Pablo that gave so much pain and grief to many, Rizal Park opened an attraction entitled “Paskong Pinoy 2012,” a month-long Christmas and New Year celebration where a series of concerts and events were catered during the celebration. It also offered exciting entertainment that will surely enjoyed by many people. » Read More
by Jhaypee Guia on January 31, 2013 Before the year ended, Typhoon Pablo, recorded as the strongest cyclone in 2012 that hit the Philippines, affected many provinces in the Philippines, causing massive damage and loss to lives and properties. The province of Davao Oriental was one of the affected areas. The typhoon Pablo hit the town of Caraga; its surroundings were ruined and wrecked. After Typhoon Pablo in the province, everyone was surprised when the church survived from the lashing of the typhoon. » Read More
by Xtian Mack on January 24, 2013 Kalibo, Aklan was in a festive frenzy as it celebrates the Ati-atihan in honor of its patron, Senor Santo Nino. Everyone was having a great time dancing to the loud, lively beats of drums perpetually provided by 31 ati-atihan tribes and even more bands by various groups, businesses and organizations in Kalibo. The Ati-atihan participants had much more than actual soot from pots and pans on them; they had on them amazingly vibrant costumes made from a bewildering array of native materials and even recyclable materials used in many creative ways. » Read More
