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Chinese Influences on Filipino Culture That You Probably Don’t Realize

%%excerpt%% Even before Spain conquered the Philippines, China had established a presence in the country through commerce and barter. The Filipino-Chinese link became stronger throughout time, and we continue to appreciate both nations' unique cultural ties to this day. We can't dispute that Chinese traditions are deeply rooted in Filipino society. Filipinos have received influences that have become part of their daily life, ranging from cuisine and clothes to superstitions and rituals. With that being said, let's look at 4 Chinese influences on Filipino culture.
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Ten Basic yet Helpful Hokkien Phrases You Need to Learn

%%excerpt%% As the world becomes more globalized, mastering a new language will always provide you with an advantage. Learning a new language may be a difficult journey but it allows you to become a part of a community with a different culture while also learning more about the world around you. For Chinoys, in particular, it also allows them to reconnect with their roots and better understand their culture. Learn ten basic yet helpful Hokkien phrases in this article!
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Six WFH essentials you can cop at Lazada and Shopee’s 6.6 sale

%%excerpt%% After all sorts of challenges the pandemic has brought us, we can now collectively sigh upon reaching the halfway point of 2021! By this time, you probably already know that while working from home (WFH) presents many pros, it also comes with a handful of cons, such as non-productivity due to our comfortable environment, as well as uncontrollable distractions from working remotely.
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