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Waya Gallardo

Waya Gallardo is a writer and former nurse. She took up Creative Writing at the University of the Philippines in Diliman, and has written for theater and film. She won first place in the Fully Booked Philippine Graphic/Fiction Awards for comics along with her sister Lala for “The Mad, Sad, but True Adventures of Hikagirl.” She is a survivor of both breast cancer and crushing homesickness, and is glad to be back after six years away in the United States.
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Of fairy tales and future fakes, We twist our limbs until they break We force the fit of gown and gold We try to do as we are told But all...

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Calls for Consistent CHED Lack of Leadership Grow as PSC Takes the Lead on Student Safety and Accountability After Two ADMU Athletes’ Drowning Incident

Previous sanctions involving universities renew discussions on CHED’s role in ensuring fair enforcement of policies across higher education institutions.

POWER101 strengthens dialogue on energy development, Indigenous Peoples’ rights, and community partnerships

Baguio City, Philippines (June 10–11, 2026) — Indigenous Peoples (IP) leaders, community representatives, members of the Tribal Communities Association of the Philippines (TRICAP), and various stakeholders gathered in Baguio City for POWER101, a two-day learning and exposure program organized by SN Aboitiz Power (SNAP) aimed at fostering...

Taiwan Travel Fair 2026 opens in Manila, bringing the best of Taiwan closer to Filipino travelers

Makati City, Philippines (June 12, 2026) — The Taiwan Tourism Administration (TTA) officially opened the Taiwan Travel Fair 2026 today at the Glorietta Activity Center in Makati City, marking another milestone in strengthening tourism exchanges between Taiwan and the Philippines. Carrying the tourism brand campaign “Taiwan – Waves...

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