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Apr

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Behind Heroic Facades

LIKE most children, I grew up admiring fictional characters with otherworldly powers. Equipped with their swords and shields, they served others through courage and self-sacrifice. To me, they were someone I absolutely admire. Before I knew it, the clock had struck evening. I heard the shuffling of familiar footfalls behind…

18

Apr

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Refresh

THE gray dinosaur glared at me. Its dead white eyes stared at my distressed face. My brows furrowed. For the past ten minutes, I have been helplessly pressing Ctrl and F5. To no avail, the screen looked the same. I pressed the spacebar and the dinosaur sprang to life. Tap.…

16

Apr

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Alab sa Bawat Letra

KUNG hindi lang siguro nag-atubili sa pagpapatupad ng mga kinakailangang hakbang, malapit na sana tayo sa dulo. Hindi na sana nagtitiis sa gutom ang mga pamilya ng libu-libong Pilipino na nawalan ng trabaho. Papatag na sana ang kurba at hindi na nadadagdagan ang bilang ng nasawi. Upang aliwin ang sarili,…

10

Apr

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A Fall for Requiem

IN the warzone of a deadly virus, Asclepius’ warriors battle in one crusade all over the world. Wearing their protective gear of surgical masks and goggles, they courageously face the enemy even if their weapons are not complete. In some parts of the world, the warriors have won, but in…

31

Mar

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Essential

THE streets were bare and cold that afternoon. I wish I did not have to go out at a time like this, risking the safety of others, myself, and those I love. However, the bills do not pay themselves and I have a family to feed. These are dark days,…

21

Mar

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Every Man for Himself

THE supermarket is filled to capacity and every shopper is frantically moving about. Beyond each checkout lane are long queues of people that almost reach the grocery aisles. The bagger’s movements remain languid as he places people's groceries in paper bags and cardboard boxes. He has been there since 9…

15

Mar

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A Custodian’s Care

HE takes one last sip of coffee before preparing to leave. As he enters the kitchen, the sight of unwashed dishes in the sink greets him; a result of having too many consecutive late-night dinners. He adds his coffee mug to the pile. On his way out, he passes by…

10

Mar

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As the Sun Sets

IN a day’s time her snugly clothing will be replaced by a wedding gown and her loose braids will be covered by a bridal veil. However, despite the upcoming occasion, she cannot help but escape to the place where her heart feels most at ease. She had always felt that…

15

Feb

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Capturing Flames

BY the time I have shed hundreds to thousands of calendar pages, I want our lips to curve upwards, reaching our ears. Whenever the wild gush of wind makes you shiver, my arms will be there to wrap around your shoulders. If the moment is nothing but magical, I will…

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Feb

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Derailed Plans

EVER since the suspension of in-campus and off-campus activities, the sudden change in the university's atmosphere became axiomatic. He noticed that most students head home right after their classes. It was apparent; the specter of an outbreak has indeed engendered fear in the hearts of many. It was impossible for…