Most Recent Articles by

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.”
Literature

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...

- Out Now -

spot_img
1 Articles written

Read Now

soundcore launches Sleep A30, the World’s First Smart ANC Sleep Earbuds

Featuring Adaptive Noise Cancellation with Snore Masking, AI Brainwave Audio, Side-Sleeper Comfort, and Sleep Monitoring via Graphic Plus — MANILA, Philippines – soundcore, the premium audio brand under Anker Innovations and ranked third globally in wireless headphone shipments, has unveiled the soundcore Sleep A30, its most advanced generation of...

New Toyota dealership in Antipolo, Rizal coming soon

The new facility offers added convenience and support for Toyota customers in Rizal, reinforcing Toyota’s commitment to accessible mobility nationwide January 26, 2026 – Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP), in cooperation with Toyota Taytay, Rizal Inc., has recently commenced the development of a new dealership, marking a significant milestone in...

Golden Visa Centrale opens Dubai Golden Visa Pathway for Filipino investors 

MANILA, Philippines, 26 January 2026 – As more Filipinos manage business, investments, and travel across borders, long-term residency options are becoming part of forward planning.  Leading Philippines-based residency-by-investment consultancy Golden Visa Centrale (GVC) has become the first local player to open access to Dubai’s Golden Visa program in...

Started in 1927, the Philippines Graphic is the longest-running printed magazine of national circulation that provides relevant news and features and promotes Philippine literature.

We believe that by making available online the short stories and poems published in the Graphic and in our companion magazine, the Philippines Graphic Reader, we ensure that these works are readily available to be read and enjoyed by everyone for generations to come.

Positivity is our best feature. We continue to highlight the best in the Filipino at every difficult juncture of our nation’s history. It is in stories of the human condition that we strive to speak the truth.

Contact us: editorial.graphic@gmail.com

© Copyright 2025 Philippines Graphic