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There is a way to write Capampán͠gan that existed long before Spanish letters and school notebooks.
It is called Kulitan.
And it carries the rhythm of our language in every line and curve.

For centuries, Capampán͠gan words were forced into foreign scripts. The Sínúpan Singsing Center for Kapampángan Cultural Heritage explains that this slowly erased how our sounds truly work, especially the long and short vowels that make our language unique.

That is why Kulitan matters. It was shaped to fit Capampán͠gan speech, not the other way around. It is a quiet form of decolonization, one stroke at a time, letting our words finally look the way they sound.

To help bring it back, a Basic Kulitan Class is opening its doors to everyone. It will be led by Michael R.M. Pangilinan, the 2010 Most Outstanding Kapampángan Awardee for Culture and the executive director of Sínúpan Singsing.

This is not just a lesson. It is a homecoming for a script that belongs to all of us.

Here is how to join:
The free three-hour class happens on Saturday, January 24, 2026 from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM at Sto. Entiero Street, Barangay Sto. Rosario, Angeles City. It is free and open to the public. Just come on time and bring your own writing materials.

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“Basic Kulitan Class,” Sínúpan Singsing Center for Kapampángan Cultural Heritage, January 24, 2026

Along the Sapang Marimla river, 500 mangrove seedlings now reach for the sun.
Beneath the waters, 10,000 tilapia fingerlings swim freely, part of a bigger story of life and protection.

Masantol PIO reports that this is more than planting trees—it is building a shield against floods, erosion, and climate challenges. Mayor Danilo Guintu, Vice Mayor Liezle Guintu, the Sangguniang Bayan, municipal employees, PNP, BFP, PCG, schools, and volunteers all came together for this shared mission.

Every seedling is a promise: that our coasts, rivers, and communities can thrive. Every tilapia fingerling is a reminder that ecosystems depend on balance and care. Mangroves trap sediments, protect shorelines, provide habitat for countless species, and fight climate change quietly but powerfully.

We can all be part of this. Stop littering, dispose of waste responsibly, and encourage others to care. A small action in your neighborhood becomes part of the bigger shield.

Nature is not waiting. Neither should we. Masantol shows the path—now it’s up to us, everywhere, to step forward as guardians of our environment.

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“Masantol Nature Shield: Mangrove Tree Planting Activity,” Masantol PIO, January 16, 2026

The Michelin Guide has spoken, but some plates are missing.
While Manila and Cebu were celebrated, Pampanga—the Philippines’ culinary capital—was noticeably absent.

Deni Bernardo’s report for Daily Tribune captures the concern of local chefs like Edwina Razon-Ayson of Razon’s of Guagua, who openly wondered why Kapampangan cooks were overlooked. It’s not just about stars—it’s about recognition for the culture, creativity, and resilience of our people.

Tourism Secretary Maria Christina Garcia Frasco shared her view, framing this as a “good start” while highlighting how Filipino food tells stories beyond taste. Every dish carries the work of farmers, chefs, artisans, and entrepreneurs, reflecting ingenuity and pride rooted in centuries of tradition.

From street food stalls to fine dining, every corner of our islands contributes to a culinary mosaic that deserves notice. This snub is a moment to reflect on how we value and uplift our local communities, their livelihoods, and the spirit behind every dish.

The conversation now is about more than awards—it is about preserving the essence of Filipino food and sharing it with the world. Pampanga’s flavors, ingenuity, and hospitality remain shining, even if the stars have yet to recognize them.

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Deni Bernardo, “DoT reacts to Michelin Guide’s alleged ‘snubbing’ of Kapampangan, other Pinoy food,” Daily Tribune, January 15, 2026

Imagine walking through streets frozen in time.
San Guillermo Parish Church in Bacolor, Pampanga, the serene Mount Arayat, and Candaba Church all appear in black-and-white glory, in a classic Filipino film from 1961.

“Noli Me Tángere,” directed by Gerardo de Leon, adapts Jose Rizal’s iconic novel, capturing not only the story but also the landscapes of Pampanga as they were more than six decades ago.

Watching it, you can spot familiar churches, rivers, and hills. Eddie Del Mar and Edita Vital bring the characters to life, while Pampanga quietly plays a supporting role, showing the region’s beauty and culture to every viewer.

It’s a chance to relive history, see how towns looked, and remember the layers of life lived in these places long before modern roads and buildings appeared.

For Capampán͠gan viewers, it’s more than a movie—it’s a window to the past, a glimpse of heritage that still stands today, waiting for those who care to look closely.

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"Kapag ang opisyal ay na-bribe, wala ka palang gagawin? Mababa na talaga ang moralidad!"

—Malou Tiquia
Author ∙ Policy Analyst ∙ Political Strategist

January 16, 2026

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