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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...

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Ambassador ENDO Kazuya meets with DENR Secretary Juan Miguel Cuna

On 11 May 2026, Ambassador ENDO Kazuya paid a courtesy call on the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Secretary Juan Miguel Cuna at the DENR Central Office in Quezon City.  Ambassador Endo extended his congratulations to Secretary Cuna on his recent appointment and expressed his appreciation...

Two icons return as Taco Bell welcomes back the Chalupa and Gordita Supreme

VIA GRAPHIC PLUS — For us foodies who crave bold Tex-Mex flavors, Taco Bell always hits the spot whenever we want something filling and unapologetically flavorful. Whether it’s for a quick lunch, a mid-afternoon munchie, or a low-key night with the day-ones, Taco Bell just doesn’t miss! And...

The Nautilus at Casobe makes Philippine property histor with four Asia-Pacific Property Awards and two international nominations

VIA GRAPHIC PLUS | May 12, 2026 — Some addresses change everything. The Nautilus at Casobe (Calatagan South Beach) is one of them. One of Landco Pacific's crown jewels, the Philippines' most celebrated beachfront condotel, has swept the 2026–2027 Asia-Pacific Property Awards, claiming four top honors: Five Stars in Architecture for Multiple...

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