Philippine Independence Day is a monumental occasion commemorating the country's liberation from centuries of colonial rule. Celebrated annually on June 12, it marks the day in 1898 when the ...

You mean Diosdado Macapagal who issued Presidential Proclamation No. 28 declaring June 12 Philippine Independence Day? Macapagal, the father of the somewhat disgraced former President Arroyo?

On June 12, the Philippines will once again celebrate its Independence Day. In the wake of a tumultuous presidential election, a devastating global pandemic, and uneasy economic and geopolitical times ...

When the United States and Spain went to war over Cuba, the Philippines joined the side of the U.S. On June 12, 1898, Aguinaldo declared the independence of the Philippine islands, and in January ...

The 123rd Philippine Independence Day celebration on Saturday may not have had the fiesta parades and folk dance extravaganza it was famous for, but it was nonetheless a grand festivity — one ...

"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 Philippines marks 126 years since Spanish rule ended. The authorities are worried about China's territorial claims. President Marcos orders the military to be “well prepared" for any situation.

As part of the commemoration of the 126th anniversary of Philippine Independence Day, the Philippine Grand Fiesta was held in Melbourne. Credit: Martin Tuaño The Philippine Grand Fiesta took ...

Filipinos around the world celebrate the 123 anniversary of Philippine Independence. The whole month of June is dedicated to Independence Day celebrations The event is focused on paying tribute to ...