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Portable Magic: Books and their power to transport worlds…and why reading books has to be encouraged in the Philippines

The child loved reading fairy tales. But she had a very peculiar view of Prince Charming. “Mama,” she told her mother. “I don’t like...

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When business & books combine to promote reading

Q&A with Shereen T. Sy, pioneer of SM Book Nook For now, only two malls out of 87 SM malls in the Philippines have them....

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The humor of D. Paulo Dizon

A Google-search of his name will not yield much data or information. He is probably one of the Filipino fiction writers from the 1950s...

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The Philippines Graphic @ 96: After the pandemic

First published in 1927, the Graphic has survived two global cataclysms—the Second World War and the COVID-19 pandemic. It underwent a third resurrection of...

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Spotlight on Books

Sa Batis ng Tula

A memorial book featuring the poems of Rogelio Mangahas Compiled by his wife Fe Mangahas | Photos Courtesy of Alma Miclat It was towards Christmas in...

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Paz Marquez-Benitez: Between literature and history

Philippine history boiled, bubbled, and spewed trouble in the years that marked the birth and growing up years of Paz Marquez-Benitez. The future short story...

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NJLA 2023: Return of a Literary Tradition

For 75 years since it first became a magazine in 1927, the Philippines Graphic has featured the literary works of Filipino short story writers...

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12 years later, revisiting Marcel

The years snap back to the past like a terribly stretched rubber band suddenly released to hit the wrist. It’s been 12 years, Marcel....

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Duterte’s battle for narrative

You either love him or hate him. There seems to be no middle ground in perceiving Pres. Rodrigo Roa Duterte as he went about...

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Marra comes back to Philippines Graphic

She was there when Philippines Graphic was born in June 1990. In those early days, Marra PL Lanot and her husband Jose “Pete” Lacaba...

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Toyota Motor Philippines introduces Next Generation Tamaraw Wing Van, Mobile Store, and Food Truck

New Tamaraw niche conversions available for order at Toyota dealerships nationwide July 30, 2025 – Leading mobility company Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) makes “Abante, Posible” for more micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) with the introduction of three new Next Generation Tamaraw variants – the Wing Van, Mobile...

NBA champ Isaiah Joe lands in Philippines for vivo’s 10th Anniversary

MANILA, PHILIPPINES - In celebration of its milestone 10th anniversary, vivo is bringing in a very special guest: 2025 National Basketball Association (NBA) Champion Isaiah Joe of the Oklahoma City Thunder. Fresh off winning the most recent NBA title, the sharpshooting guard known for his clutch three-pointers and...

Now Available in PH: Xiaomi’s New Monitors for Gaming, Creativity, and Work

Get the new G Pro 27i, G34WQi and the A27Ui Xiaomi Monitors now! MANILA, Philippines — Xiaomi has officially rolled out a new lineup of high-performance monitors in the Philippines, now available via its official stores on Shopee and Lazada. Designed for gamers, content creators, and modern professionals,...

City of Sto. Tomas, Batangas holds Sashing Ceremony

The City of Sto. Tomas conducted its Sashing Ceremony as part of its activities for the upcoming celebration of its 6th anniversary of being a city. During the event, the official candidates for the Ginoong Tomasino 2025 and Mutya ng Sto. Tomas 2025 were formally introduced. The goal of...

Biñan City lone rep is Assistant Majority Leader

Congressman Walfredo “Arman” R. Dimaguila, Jr. of the Lone District of Biñan has been appointed as Assistant Majority Leader during the first regular session of the 20th Congress on July 30. Dimaguila was nominated and appointed by Ilocos Norte Rep. Sandro Marcos after the latter’s appointment as majority...

Taiwan Waves of Wonder Tourism Workshop Makes Waves in Cebu

Connecting cultures and strengthening travel trade partnerships through vibrant exchange Cebu City, Philippines – July 16, 2025 — Taiwan’s spirit of hospitality and adventure sailed into the Queen City of the South as the 2025 Taiwan Waves of Wonder Tourism Workshop – Cebu took center stage at the...

Fortinet Advances Quantum-Safe Security to Guard Against Emerging Quantum Threats

FortiOS features empower organizations to safeguard highly sensitive data from quantum threats, migrate to post-quantum security, and future-proof their infrastructure with no performance impact SUNNYVALE, Calif., July 25, 2025 — Fortinet® (NASDAQ: FTNT), the global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security, today announced expanded innovations...

Armor Up for Adventure as Donny Pangilinan Joins Biogenic Alcohol as Newest Brand Ambassador

Biogenic Alcohol proudly announces its newest brand ambassador – actor, model, and youth icon Donny Pangilinan – as the face of its latest campaign, “Armor Up for Adventure.” Known for his vibrant personality, positivity, and unstoppable energy, Donny Pangilinan is the perfect match for Biogenic Alcohol’s mission...

Glico Philippines and SM Cinema Renew Strategic Partnership, Strengthening Pocky’s Position as the Exclusive Biscuit Brand in 78 Cinemas Nationwide

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, 30 JULY 2025 – Glico, a leading food manufacturer known for its iconic brand, Pocky, has announced the renewal of its strategic partnership with SM Cinema, signifying the second year of collaboration between one of the world’s most loved confectionery brands and the Philippines’ leading...

Biologists Assess Importance of Tree Cavities for Forest Birds in Subic, Philippines

Many birds rely on tree cavities, or tree holes, for nesting and raising their young. Woodpeckers, known as primary excavators, can create their own cavities. In contrast, non-excavators—also called secondary cavity nesters—depend on naturally occurring or previously excavated cavities for reproduction. These birds face challenges such as...

Filipino K-Pop: The art of fan projects

Birthdays, Anniversaries, and Beyond Fan Projects 101: Fan projects are grand gestures of love from fans to idols. It’s how we take part in special moments during an idol’s birthday, a group’s debut anniversary, or a huge milestone like a music show win or world tour stop. What’s cool...

Chinese Federation commends PBBM

The Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII) commended President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for “the exceptional candor demonstrated in his 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA) regarding systemic governance challenges.” FFCCCII President Victor Lim said that “President Marcos’ forthright acknowledgment of governmental shortcomings,...

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