The heartbreaking history behind the Scout Streets of Quezon City.
Once the national capital for a brief period of Philippine history, Quezon City has seen many era-defining events. From forging revolutions, launching entertainment stars, to housing the contemporary art scene, the city has been witness to many stories of triumph. But ...
On December 20, 1987, the MV Doña Paz sank, taking with it the lives of over 4,000 passengers. It is still the worst maritime disaster in Asia.
Just before midnight of December 20, 1987, the passengers of the MV Doña Paz were confronted with a choice: to die by drowning or to die by burning.They heard a large collision, a hair-raising clanking of metals. Then, all ...
Pedro I and Inês de Castro were the real-life Romeo and Juliet.
The epic love story of Peter I of Portugal and Ines de Castro is one that's characterized by passion, intrigue, mystery, jealousy, and murder. It's spawned several legends and has even become a source of inspiration for poets and artists ...
Though Joanna of Castile was given the moniker “Juana la Loca,” she contributed to the establishment of Spain.
Out of the many mad monarchs in history, Joanna of Castile's story remains the most tragic. Born in the city of Toledo, Joanna the Mad was the third child of Ferdinand II of Aragon of the Royal House of Trastámara ...
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