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Stylish Cordilleralux Fashion and Events Hosts the First Philippine Independence Day Celebration in Limburg, Belgium
On 2 May 2026, the very first Philippine Independence Day celebration held in Limburg, Belgium, brought together hundreds of Filipinos and Belgians for a historical, stylish, momentous, and meaningful celebration that created memories for everyone to cherish for a lifetime. The opening 'salvo' was the Parade of Pride & Heritage which was a vibrant display of beauty, style, culture, heritage, faith, unity, and identity - setting a joyful tone to the fullcelebration that was wi

Feds Infante Murray
Aug 23 min read


The Philippine Independence Day Celebration Mass in London
London — The Celebration of Philippine Independence Day Mass was held on 7 June 2026 at the Our Lady of Victories Church in High Street Kensington, London. It was a special mass that was attended by many religious and non-religious organisations. The Ambassador of the Philippine Embassy in the United Kingdom, H.E. Teodoro Lopez Locsin, Jr., was very delighted to attend the special mass. He stated, "The Independence Day Mass was a beautiful showcase of Filipino devotion." The

Feds Infante Murray
Aug 21 min read


Kalayaan 2026: Celebrating Filipino Roots, Strengthening Cultural and Family Bonds in Oslo
By Jubirose Grijaldo, Secretary of Kalayaan Norge On a beautiful sun-filled Saturday, May 30, 2026, the Filipino community in Norway came together in a remarkable celebration of heritage, family, and national pride during the 128th Philippine Independence Day Cultural and Family Day at Spikersuppa, Oslo. Organized by Kalayaan Norge Oslo, the event drew nearly 15,000 attendees, including Filipinos, Norwegians, and other nationalities. More than a commemoration of Philippine in

Community
Aug 23 min read


FILIPINO SANTACRUZAN FESTIVITIES
Filipino Santacruzan in Crumlin, Dublin, Republic of Ireland by Hilda Arenas A beautiful tradition, a vibrant community, and a celebration that continues to bring generations together. Established in 2010 by the Filipino Community Crumlin, the Annual Santacruzan has become a much-loved tradition celebrating faith, culture, heritage and community spirit through its colourful outdoor procession and gathering of Filipino families and friends. Sharing moments from this year’s cel

Roots and Wings
Aug 22 min read
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Katrina Larida´s "unspoken" art creates digital buzz
Stockholm, Sweden Katrina Larida is an artist and fashion designer based in Stockholm, Sweden. Early this year, she exhibited her new...

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Teatro Grattacielo and Camerata Bardi Vocal Academy partner with artist Lolita Valderrama Savage
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"Two Hearts as One"
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Discovering Art Styles with Sandra Torrijos, Germany-based Filipina artist
Text by Rebecca Garcia Urbancik It's the most of the wonderful time of the year... Although many of us experienced another holiday season...

Rebecca Urbančík Garcia
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Eve's Art
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Dreaming of a white Christmas
Rica & David Abbott, Champery Switzerland Christmas is our favourite time of year. Every Christmas is special. It’s the season of love...

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Opera through the eyes of a painter
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[K]Ahon – An unplanned project that arose in the pandemic
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Ralph Chan
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ART FOR A CAUSE
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Identity formation through culture and arts
Text by Ralph Chan Illustration by dailyiteration.co Navigation between two worlds Am I an Austrian or a Filipino, European or Asian? I...

Ralph Chan
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