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Reconsidering Emilio Aguinaldo through artifacts

In a recent lecture, historian Ambeth Ocampo challenged his audience to look at Emilio Aguinaldo -- “the hero we love to hate,”-- in a different light as he discussed the Philippine flag, the national anthem, and a narra table

Reconsidering Emilio Aguinaldo through artifacts

Eid al-Adha: When sacrifice is a feast

Filipino Muslims gather at Manila's Rizal Park for an early morning prayer in celebration of Eid al-Adha or Feast of the Sacrifice June 16. Photos and video by Bullit Marquez for VERA Files

Eid al-Adha: When sacrifice is a feast

Rosario Bitanga: Abstraction prevails

Evocative and atmospheric, Rosario Bitanga's works draw upon the natural world, the four elements of Earth-Fire-Water-Air, into abstract movements and emotions that form the core of her artmaking.

Rosario Bitanga: Abstraction prevails