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The Philippines has been under Spanish rule for over five centuries, resulting in a highly centralized, bureaucratic, and hierarchical system of government. This has also led to a cultural inclination towards dependency and a disregard for local-level institutions. While centralized governments have their advantages, the flaws in this system are particularly evident in the Philippines’…

When Mr. Wright became civil government, he dwelt upon the need of industrial development and of transportation especially railroads and urged that encouragement and friendliness to be shown to those who desired to enter the islands for their legitimate development. He wrote in policy that should be one of “equal opportunities to all”. Mr Wright’s…

Graft and Corruption is a rampant and malpractice among government agencies whether in the national, local government-owned, or controlled cooperation’s. It is a part of our culture, bad habit and foremost among others. It is deeply rooted and embedded among the Filipinos. In 1988, graft and corruption in the Philippines was considered as the “biggest…

The literature of the Philippines is written in various languages including Filipino, English, Spanish, and Philippine languages such as Cebuan, Ilocano, Tagalog, Hiligaynon, Pampangan, Hanunuo-Mangyan, and Bontok. It has been shaped by colonization, economic and social systems, religion, and political movements. The country’s oral tradition continues through epics, riddles, poems, and legends that originate from…

Jollibee established itself as the leading fast food chain in the Philippines by embodying the five elements known as the “Five Fs”: friendliness, flavorful food, a fun atmosphere, flexibility in catering, and a focus on customer needs. This approach resonated well with Filipino consumers and aligned with their preferences. Additionally, being a local brand gave…

Iglesia ni Cristo’s first chapel The Iglesia ni Cristo (also known as INC or Iglesya ni Kristo; Filipino for Church of Christ) is an independent religious organization which originated in the Philippines. The INC was incorporated in the Philippines by Felix Manalo on July 27, 1914; The church professes to be the reestablishment of the…

1. ) What are the many explanations about the origin of our land? There are many explanations about the origin of our land. As Christians, we believe that the land forms were made by God as part of God’s creation of the world. After the Great flood in the time of Noah, many continents and…

Nichols Field (now Villamor Airbase) – First Test Broadcast Originated Here The First Radio Station in the Philippines There is a debate on what exactly was the first radio station in the country. In 1924 an American established the first AM radio station KZKZ. But an archive of radio broadcast histories revealed that in 1922,…

Background of the study For the past four decades, the proportion of households living below the official poverty line has declined very slowly and unevenly. Poverty and inequality have been occurring again to challenge the Philippines since poverty reduction has been much slower than in neighboring countries such as the People’s Republic of China (PRC),…

He is a well-known Filipino writer who writes in English and is widely read, and his literary works have been translated into 22 languages. His novels and short stories delve into the societal impacts of class struggles and colonialism in Philippine society, reflecting his strong feelings towards colonialism in his homeland. The settings of his…