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This beloved festival not only highlights Pandacan's deep religious roots but also its rich cultural heritage
Communities rely on informal labour for clean streets, but a lack of basic protections puts workers at risk

SPOTLIGHT: Back to the Future | ‘Nine Grains of Rice’

The humble rice grain can inspire future generations to cultivate hope, develop a balanced way of life and ensure cultural and environmental sustainability

PHOTOS: Millions brave crowds for annual Jesus Nazarene ‘traslacion’ in Manila

The annual traslacion attracts Filipinos particularly those from the working class, peasant communities, and marginalized sectors of society

PHOTOS: Faithful begin annual pilgrimage to venerate iconic Jesus Nazarene in...

The Jesus Nazarene in Manila is a life-sized image of a dark-skinned, kneeling Jesus Christ carrying a cross

SPOTLIGHT: RICE | The Soul of Life and Community

Through Indigenous wisdom, rice transcends its role as food, representing spirituality, tradition, and a unifying force for the community

PHOTOS | ‘Hope Is Not Dead’: Cardinal Advincula opens Jubilee Year...

The Jubilee Year, themed “Pilgrims of Hope,” was officially launched globally by Pope Francis on Christmas Eve

Sapak Bayobayo: Indonesia’s hidden pilgrim gem in South Sulawesi

Visitors are rewarded with not just breathtaking scenery but also a spiritual encounter deeply rooted in Catholic tradition

Starry nights in Tha Rae: Christmas festival rooted in faith and...

The festival, which celebrates Christmas, is renowned for its grand displays of star-shaped decorations and festive lights

SPOTLIGHT: Building a Better Indigenous Future

Through community organizing, a faith-based organization helps Indigenous leaders in Sabah tackle challenges and preserve their way of life

The real-life violence that inspired South Korea’s ‘Squid Game’

"I wanted to show that any ordinary middle-class person in the world we live in today can fall to the bottom of the economic ladder overnight"

PHOTOS: Preserving Heritage through Memories in Nepal

"These photographs became more than just images; they became a bridge connecting us to the villagers, their stories, and their way of life"

Faith and compassion: Christmas celebrated behind bars at Saraburi Central Prison

“The prison is not your home. For those within these walls, strive to leave here better than when you came," said Bishop Paul Tawat Singsa

Bamboo school brings Christmas joy to displaced students at Thai-Myanmar border

The highlight of the celebrations is the annual Nativity play on Christmas Day, performed by 50 to 70 students

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