June 12 was not always our official Independence Day. It was made-so on May 12, 1964, by then-president Diosdado Macapagal. Macapagal moved the celebration to June 12 in order to commemorate Emilio ...

THE popular narrative for many years about the proclamation of Philippine independence in Kawit, Cavite, was that it was the ...

The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) has installed a historical marker at the Pamintuan Mansion in ...

With the 39th EDSA People Power Revolution anniversary proclaimed a special but working day, the “no work, no pay” policy applies.

Philippine Independence from the United States The Philippines gained independence from the United States on July 4, 1946. This date was celebrated as Independence Day until the date changed in 1962.

"Each of the last five Presidents of the United States has promised the Philippines independence as soon as they are capable of self-government, and that in turn, is a question of personal opinion.

The ‘Pista sa Nayon’ is slated to happen on June 16 to celebrate the 120th anniversary of the proclamation of Philippine independence. Dr Cen Amores, Alliance of the Philippine Community ...

President of the Philippine Senate and leader of the independence movement in those islands. In this sentiment are epitomized the conflicting points of view of Filipinos and Americans about the ...

The Philippine Embassy in Australia, led by Philippine Ambassador Ma. Hellen De La Vega welcomed the community to celebrate the 124th anniversary of Philippine Independence.