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Bernard Testa

Bernard Testa photographs human triumphs, evoking emotions of struggles between the good, the bad and the ugly. He was a former president of the Press Photographer of the Philippines. Before joining BusinessMirror and Philippines Graphic magazine, he was the photographer of the now defunct InterAksyon.com
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Giving art a second life: Young voices and renewed visions at Hospicio de San Jose

Inside the storied halls of Hospicio de San Jose (HDSJ), art is not just displayed—it is revived, reimagined, and given a second chance to...
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Learning Through the Lens: How Photo Clinics Nurture Growth and Storytelling

“I’m not an expert. I’m still learning every day how to be a photographer—trying to be better than who I was a week ago,...
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Pi Sigma remembers: Memories of Dr. Francisco ‘Dodong’ Nemenzo

December 30, 2024 saw the country commemorating the 128th martyrdom anniversary of Dr. Jose P. Rizal at the Luneta Park. Government officials, led by Pres....
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Pakil Laguna’s Kasalang Bayan 2023: When unwed couples wed

They say that June is the best time to get married, hence, every woman wants to become a June bride. But in this age...
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A PINOY PHOTOGRAPHER IN AMAZING CHANG MAI

Every year, some 20 to 24 million tourists visit one of the oldest kingdoms in Southeast Asia—Siam, presently referred to as Thailand. Located at the...
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Viva Señor Jesus Nazareno!

January 9, a non-working holiday in Manila, is the feast day of the Black Nazarene. And this year, 2023, will be the third time...
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Project Coffee

When God created the world in seven days, probably, there was already coffee on the third day. To fast forward human existence, coffee was...
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When literature is a rap

Text and photos by Bernard Testa “Ma’ kung saan ka man ngayon, ok lang ako, huwag kang mag-alala, mag-aaral ako. Huwag kang malulungkot dahil hindi ako sumasama sa...

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When workday ends, painting begins

This front office manager finds artistic inspiration in Baguio When people think of art galleries, they often imagine spaces reserved for a select few—artists, collectors, critics, or those already familiar with the language of art. It is an assumption that can make exhibitions feel distant from everyday life. Yet...

Teaching beyond the textbook: How Filipino educators are redefining the classroom

VIA GRAPHIC PLUS — Teaching today extends far beyond delivering lessons. Filipino educators are expected to adapt to changing curricula, create engaging learning experiences, prepare materials, and manage administrative responsibilities—all while helping students succeed in an increasingly digital world. As these demands grow, teachers are finding ways to...

A promise of safer learning spaces—SM Foundation

VIA GRAPHIC PLUS — Classrooms are where dreams take shape and where a child feels safe enough to imagine a better future. That sense of security was put to the test when a powerful earthquake struck Cebu in September 2025. While many families worried about their homes, two...