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Estrella D. Alfon

Officially, multi-awarded fictionist and playwright Estrella Alfon’s literary career began with the Philippines Graphic. Born in Cebu City in 1917, Alfon’s first short story, “Grey Confetti,” was published in 1935. Over the years, she published 17 of her stories in Magnificence and Other Stories (Manila: Regal Printing Company, 1960). Of these stories, National Artist for Literature Francisco Arcellana said, “When I say that these stories are powerful as stories, I mean they are compelling. They are told with urgency. They make you think of the ancient mariner.”

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Magnificence

There was nothing to fear, for the man was always so gentle, so kind. At night when the little girl and her brother were...

August 22, 2022

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A Soldier’s Dream, A Scholar’s Victory: How Isaac Ochotorena Hurdled a Decade to the Bar

via Graphic Plus — For Isaac C. Ochotorena, the path to the 2024 Bar excellence wasn't paved with privilege; it was built on a foundation of military discipline and a father's unfulfilled ambition. Among the more than 5,000 successful Bar examinees, Isaac stands as a testament to...

SMX Convention Center redefines venue spaces as the canvas for Alice Saves Wonderland

via Graphic Plus | January 2026, Manila — SMX Convention Center Aura plays a vital role in enabling Alice Saves Wonderland’s immersive magic experience to come alive in Manila. International creative technology leaders SparksLab Technology and FrameMotion Studio bring Alice Saves Wonderland to the Philippines, unveiling a...

Batangas emerges as key growth area for horizontal residential developments

VIA GRAPHIC PLUS — Batangas continues to emerge as one of the country’s most promising growth areas for horizontal residential developments, as property developers respond to sustained end-user demand, improving infrastructure, and the growing appeal of suburban living outside Metro Manila. Industry observations reported by BusinessWorld note that...

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When there is no Planet B, how do you get to point C?

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Most Recent Articles by

Estrella D. Alfon

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A Soldier’s Dream, A Scholar’s Victory: How Isaac Ochotorena Hurdled a Decade to the Bar

SMX Convention Center redefines venue spaces as the canvas for Alice Saves Wonderland

Batangas emerges as key growth area for horizontal residential developments