For many Filipinos, fiestas are importantbecause of the miraculous power of the saints. It is believed that the saints are responsible for all the good fortune and favor one receives. ... Fiestas reflect Filipino religion and faith, which are the most essential part of society. Why is fiesta...
Filipinos can show their faith and religious devotion, they say, without hurting themselves and by doing charity work instead, such as donating blood, but the tradition has lasted for decades. JIM GOMEZ Gomez is The AP Chief Correspondent in the Philippines. twitter mailto ...
Here at the Pilipino Express we often hear this question from non-Filipinos: “Pilipino? Isn’t it spelled Filipino?” Or: “Shouldn’t it be Philippino because it’s from the Philippines?” These are fair questions when they come from people who are not familiar with Filipino culture and...
there must also be a Karaoke machine somewhere. One incredible trait of Filipinos is how beneficiant they are to their household and pals. They are all the time smiling and have their hand open to help different individuals. If it is the first time you meet the family,...
“There are 100,000 total marijuana smokers in the US, and most are Negroes, Hispanics, Filipinos, and entertainers. Their Satanic music, jazz, and swing, result from marijuana use. This marijuana causes white women to seek sexual relations with Negroes, entertainers, and any others.” “…th...
Although Southeast Asians are more hospitable, even when I speak to them in English (and look so much like them!) like my travels in Malaysia, Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Singapore. I can say the same thing with us Filipinos, I guess. You’d be surprised to find so many Koreans...
A survey by the local Social Weather Stations in 2020 showed that about 88% Filipinos said they were very or moderately religious. This pious attitude makes them willing to spend more time to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ. How to celebrate Christmas in the Philippines 01, decorate the...
Even though we’re “western”, european union and pretty much a liberal, developed country in theory, reality is quite different – many people are obsessed with religion (i have nothing against religion, but i’m talking about obsessive religiousness) and this causes our society to be ...
Swearing in Chinese culture is always a colourful affair. Some vulgar, curse words in both Chinese language and Cantonese dialect get straight to the point, while others are more subtle and rather hilarious. When I was growing up, my parents threatened t
I grew up in Japan and feel very fortunate to have lived in two very different societies. American women would never cover their mouth while laughing unless they have a missing tooth as Americans are very conscious about their teeth. They believe that straight and perfectly aligned teeth makes ...