Two of the country’s most significant ternos of the 20th century now belong to the prestigious Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) in London.
The historical theme, imposing title, big Asian celebrities, and the drum roll that accompanied Jackie Chan’s 100th-film promotions all contrived to make an epic out of “1911 Revolution,” but what eventually appeared on the big screen didn’t quite fit the scale.
This year marks the birth centenary of the late diplomat and intellectual, perhaps best known for authoring the famous...
The earthquake that struck the central Philippines and killed at least 144 people also dealt a serious blow to the region's historical and religious legacy by heavily damaging a dozen or more churches, some of them hundreds of years old.
He may have given “the shortest inaugural address,” but through an ongoing exhibit to commemorate his 125th birthday on Nov. 16, the family of President Elpidio Quirino wants today’s generation to have a memory of the postwar leader.
It was a coincidence that our trip to Spain was set just in time for us to be back when...
Today is Friday, Feb. 3, 2012—a Day of Remembrance. Flashback to Feb. 3, 1945—a day that brings to mind the stark events of a war that begs not to be forgotten.
Millions through the centuries have made the religious pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela, in Galicia, Spain, the shrine of St....
Intramuros is stepping out of its past these days and planning for its future. Its plan for the future, however, hinges on the realization that its future is solidly tied with its past.
A New York restaurant is recreating the menu served to first class passengers on the doomed Titanic -- and at 10 courses, it's a spread that could practically sink a ship by itself.