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Rofel G. Brion is professor of interdisciplinary studies, literature, creative writing and popular culture at the Ateneo de Manila University. He writes poetry and prose in English and Filipino, and coaches writers online (rbrion@ateneo.edu).

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On the Twenty-Third Floor

a speckle of duston my window has just disappeared in a cloud

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As Fog

As fog grazes these hillsawash with browning shrubs,shanties creep from the valleylined with rivers swelling withdry rocks and restless ants.

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What Is Your Name?

How do you call yourselfwhen no one, not even you,listens? Where do you find the wordswhen everything escapes yourthoughts? What stories come to lifewhen images are...

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From Grit to Grace: A Bayanihan Story of Resilience and Empowerment

Heritage, Reimagined is this year’s production to be presented by the Cultural Center of the Philippines and Bayanihan Folk Arts Foundation, Inc. at The Metropolitan Theater, Manila. The production will feature the Bayanihan Philippine National Folk Dance Company which for 69 years has done more than just perform—it...

0% interest now possible with Skyro’s Zero Plan

We all have different priorities that come with costs. It could be a big home renovation, a long-time goal, or a special life event. For others, it might be an emergency like a car or home repair that wasn’t part of the plan. In times like these,...

Scaling Innovation for Impact: The CLAMS Model for Cervical Cancer Elimination in the Philippines

MANILA, PHILIPPINES - Various stakeholders from the health, development, local and national government gathered today to spotlight the findings of the Centralized Laboratory Model for HPV DNA Screening (CLAMS) pilot project, marking a milestone toward the elimination of cervical cancer in the Philippines. In the Philippines, 68% of...

KONE accelerates sustainable urban growth in the Philippines with future-ready elevator and escalator solutions

KONE showcases enhanced capabilities across the building lifecycle and unveils its high-efficiency high-rise elevator at the KONEct 2025 event in Manila. KONE, a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, is reinforcing its longterm commitment to the Philippines with future-ready solutions that help extend building lifespans, modernize...

Tap, Scan, or Card? GCash Offers 3 Ways to Go Cashless on Your MRT-3 Commute

Commuters can now choose their own way to pay for MRT-3 rides using their GCash wallet Every MRT-3 commuter knows the struggle of having to line up for tickets and fumbling for spare change, especially during rush hour. But starting this month, everyday commuting will be made one...

Citi drives exceptional client experience amidst a 24/7 payments world

Citi’s Asia Pacific Financial Institutions Roadshow kicked off its ASEAN leg in Manila with the aim of sharing thought leadership amidst increasing customer demand for real time and the “always-on” experience. The event was hosted by the Citi Philippines Services business and had around 80 delegates from 15...

Global Announcement of the 2025 Ramon Magsaysay Awardees Set for August 31

The Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation (RMAF) will announce the 2025 Ramon Magsaysay Awardees on Sunday, 31 August 2025 at 12:00 NN Philippine Standard Time through an online global broadcast. It also marks the 118th birth anniversary of President Ramon Magsaysay, the seventh President of the Philippines and the namesake...

Pag-IBIG Fund Launches Super Sale, Offers Up to 40% Discount on Acquired Assets

Pag-IBIG Fund has launched its Acquired Assets Super Sale, offering more than 30,000 foreclosed properties at significantly reduced prices. The Super Sale is part of the agency’s initiatives under the Expanded Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino (4PH) Program and aims to expand access to ready-for-occupancy homes for...

SM cites new opportunities in clean energy

PASAY CITY, Philippines, 26 Aug 2025 – SM Investments Corporation (SM Investments), the parent company of the SM group recently reaffirmed its commitment to renewable energy as a long-term growth driver, broadening its sources of clean power to help future-proof its businesses and the communities it serves. At...

SMHCC’s Convention Arm Unveils Culinaire 2025: A Bold Fusion of Flavor, Art, and Inspiration at SMX Manila

August 2025 — SMX Convention Center Manila transformed into a vibrant canvas of taste, technology, and art as it staged Culinaire 2025: Canvas Reimagined, reaffirming its position as the country’s premier MICE venue and a leading force in the Philippine events industry. Held at the expansive Halls 1...

Filipino Mega Hospital, a new hope for cancer patients

The Filipino Mega Hospital Center for Cancer Treatment was officially launched on August 17, 2025. This marks a new milestone in Philippine healthcare as A. Zarate General Hospital begins its transformation. The hospital is now a hub for both advanced treatment and medical education. This development is made...

Power Moves Only! See why Anne Curtis, Marian Rivera, Maine Mendoza, and Alden Richards love the vivo X Fold5

Manila, Philippines - From managing deadlines to staying connected on the go, today’s lifestyle calls for a smartphone that's built for efficiency and productivity. The vivo X Fold5 answers this need with its expansive foldable display. A bigger, optimized screen that makes multitasking seamless, and the choice of...

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