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Diplomats visit Tarlac for Belenismo; praise Filipino creativity

In Tarlac, December arrives not only with its cool breeze but with the glow of Belenismo, an annual showcase of giant, artistic nativity scenes that continues to captivate visitors from around the world.

Published November 18, 2025 6:53 PM

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Nine years in Tier 1 vs. trafficking: PH wins ground, not the war

For the ninth consecutive year, the Philippines secured a Tier 1 ranking in the U.S. State Department’s Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report, the highest recognition for countries meeting minimum standards to eliminate human trafficking.

Diplomats visit Tarlac for Belenismo; praise Filipino creativity
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