The first Graphic cover
I have always been interested in where modern Philippine culture began, how it spread, and what images were used to represent the nation.
Print media is central to that history. Before television...
Binan City Mayor Angelo ”Gel” Alonte: When the obstacle is the way
One could tell a lot of things about an elected government official by looking at his desk nameplate. This is what first crossed my mind inside the office of Biñan City Mayor Angelo “Gel” Alonte.
Marra PL. Lanot (March 1944—August 2026)
The Philippines Graphic, alongside the BusinessMirror, the Pilipino Mirror, and the entire ALC Media Group, deeply mourns the passing of Philippines Graphic Literary Editor Marra PL. Lanot.
The sharp edge of learning
What a lakeside island community reveals about learning, resilience, and reform in the Philippines
Seen from the shores of Laguna de Bay, Talim Island rises...
THE MAYOR MARVEY MARIÑO EFFECT: How Batangas City’s chief executive is reshaping public service
There is a certain rhythm to Batangas City—one that reveals itself in the steady movement of people, services, and systems that increasingly seem to work in sync.
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Ink, byte, and the Graphic’s digital age—99 years later
It could qualify as foresight. He saw the power it held 99 years ago. Technology—which in the time of Graphic founder Ramon Roces materialized...
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Sir, you speek Tagalog?
I was once asked to write an “objective” account of Manila and the Philippines.
This struck me as a curious request, because objectivity—poor thing—didn’t...
