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A History of Broadcasting in the Philippines From World War II to the Birth of Philippine Television

by Alixander Haban Escote in History, May 1, 2008
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One of the most significant events that shaped the nation was the birth of the Philippine radio. In June 1922, a couple of 50-watt radio stations were established in Pasay and in Manila by Henry Hermann. During that time, the Filipinos readily accepted radio news and entertainment programs, and local businessmen, who recognized its profitability, established their own radio stations to advertise their products and services.

The Joys of Teaching

by Alex M Castillo in Education, April 28, 2008
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A teacher’s recollection of his most beautiful memory of teaching students arts and Philippine History.

Josephine Bracken: Jose Rizal’s Dulce Estranjera

by Alixander Haban Escote in History, April 18, 2008
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In his “Mi Ultimo Adios,” Dr Jose Protacio Mercado Rizal y Alonzo Realonda, the national hero of the Philippines, rendered his wife, Josephine Leopoldine McBride Bracken, as only a very good poet can, immortal:Farewell, sweet foreigner, my darling, my delight. But who is Rizal’s Dulce Estranjera? Read the article and find out.

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