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Rofel G. Brion

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
Poetry

As Fog

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

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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UP study maps riverbank plants in Occidental Mindoro

Riparian vegetation, or the plants that grow along riverbanks, is crucial for healthy river ecosystems but is sensitive to changes in river flow, sediment, and land disturbance. In tropical rivers such as those in the Philippines, sediment often builds up and landscapes are frequently altered, highlighting the need...

VLFXXI: Hubo’t Hubad unwraps the human soul with 12 ‘virgin’ scripts

The Virgin Labfest (VLF) officially comes of age in its 21st edition, stripping down all pretense of innocence while showcasing the bold Filipino voice and spirit. As it nurtures emerging and established playwrights, directors, actors, and designers, it revels in the artistic and creative desires expressed through...

EL CAPITXN officially debuts as artist with “Breaking Through,” feat TXT Taehyun and singer-songwriter Jeremy Zucker

Global producer and artist EL CAPITXN officially steps into the spotlight as a solo artist with the release of his debut single, “Breaking Through”. Joining forces with TOMORROW X TOGETHER’s Taehyun and American singer-songwriter Jeremy Zucker, the track is now available on all streaming platforms. The single was surprise-released through EL...

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