Event Brief
Millions Observe Ash Wednesday in the Philippines
Filed: Feb 18, 2026 at 9:04 AM ET
Summary: Filipinos mark Ash Wednesday with an ash cross, signaling the start of Lent in a predominantly Christian nation.
WHO: Millions of Filipinos
WHAT: Observe Ash Wednesday
WHEN: Feb 18, 2026 at 8:34 AM ET
WHERE: Philippines
WHY: To mark the beginning of Lent
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