MABALACAT CITY, Philippines — Each Good Friday, the streets of this city in Pampanga province fill with penitents reenacting the suffering of Jesus Christ. The tradition, marked by public displays of devotion such as self-flagellation and cross-carrying, has seen a steady rise in participants year after year, as more faithful choose to embody the physical pain of the Passion.

After 36 years of portraying Christ during Good Friday crucifixions, 64-year-old painter Ruben Enaje says this year marks his final performance. Enaje began the devotion after surviving a near-fatal work accident. Taking his place is Arnold Maniego, introduced as the next man to bear the cross.

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CLARK FREEPORT—Clark is set to host key stages of the Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation (MPTC) Tour of Luzon 2025, a premier cycling event slated for April 23 to May 1.