Category: Manila
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A Journey Through Time: The History of the Philippines
The Philippines is a nation born of islands and shaped by centuries of migration, conquest, and resistance. Its history stretches back thousands of years, beginning with early human settlements and evolving through waves of cultural influence and political transformation. 🏞️ Ancient Beginnings Archaeological evidence shows that humans lived in the Philippines as early as 709,000…
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How Manila Is Building the Biggest Gateway in Southeast Asia
A City Rising from the Sea What if you could witness a city being born from the sea? Just north of Metro Manila, in the coastal town of Bulakan, an engineering marvel is taking shape. The New Manila International Airport (NMIA) is not just another runway, it is the centerpiece of a bold vision to…
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🌊 The Manila Trench: A Hidden Giant Beneath the Waves
When we think of the Philippines, we often picture its vibrant culture, lush islands, and bustling cities. Yet, just off the country’s western coast lies a colossal geological feature that few people outside the scientific community know much about the Manila Trench. This deep scar in the Earth’s crust is both a marvel of natural…
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🌋 Why Is the Ground Shaking So Often in the Philippines?
In recent months, the Philippines has been rocked by a relentless series of earthquakes, dozens of tremors each week, some powerful enough to damage buildings, disrupt lives, and trigger evacuations. From Luzon to Mindanao, the ground seems to be in constant motion. But why does this happen so often here? The answer lies deep beneath…
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🌋 Apolaki Caldera: The Hidden Giant Beneath the Philippine Sea
Beneath the vast expanse of the Philippine Sea, scientists have uncovered what may be one of the largest calderas on Earth, the Apolaki Caldera. Named after Apolaki, the Filipino god of the sun and war, this colossal formation is a silent reminder of the country’s fiery geological past and its deep connection to the forces…
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🌊 The Forgotten Threat That Could Strike Manila from Behind the East Luzon Trench and Manila Trench
When Filipinos talk about the “Big One,” most of us think of the West Valley Fault, the one that runs beneath Metro Manila and nearby provinces. We’ve seen the maps, the drills, and the warnings. But beyond the mountains and over the Pacific, another danger quietly waits in a deep undersea trench that could unleash…