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Philippines Names 10 New National Artists, Honoring Cultural Contributions
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has named 10 cultural luminaries as National Artists for their significant contributions in literature, visual arts, architecture, dance, design, film and broadcast arts, music, and theater, marking the largest batch of awardees since the honors began in 1972.
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