Literary

Warla: Gripping calloused hands
10
Oct
By Francis Miguell Sta. Rosa
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Warla: Gripping calloused hands

MEMBERS OF the queer community are often at the receiving end of scrutiny and abuse. They find comfort in the company of their fellows, who experience the same things. But sometimes, these hardships toughen them—so much even that they end up superseding basic human decency just to survive. When a…
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U-Belt At The End of The World
07
Sep
By Anthea Anika de Sales
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U-Belt At The End of The World

“BEFORE THE downpour, there were places so clear, you could see your own reflection,” Ami breaks the silence between her and her sister, Isla. Letting go of the oars, she stretches her arms and removes her respirator, the putrid air filling her nose. But being a child of the believed…
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Once, where the sun leads
11
Aug
By Tricia Anne Daquiz
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Once, where the sun leads

I BASK in the scorching heat, witnessing new faces cheer in color-coded shirts and matching headbands, each upbeat chatter swelling in waves as the crowd begins their walk. The sun bears down on them; the golden beams cover the crowd like a welcome remark. Quietly, the old landmark stretches a…
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Beach Vacation
03
Aug
By Francis Miguell Sta. Rosa
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Beach Vacation

CALLOUSED BY urban concrete every day, there is nothing my feet want more than to sink into pristine Cebu sand. The sea never fails to bring repose. The salty breeze unclogs noses used to constantly filtering dust, and the sight of docking ships resets brains desensitized by overstimulation. My family…
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Superman: Challenging the superhero ideal
27
Jul
By The Flame Literary
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Superman: Challenging the superhero ideal

WHAT THE iconic comic figure does is more nuanced; from saving a squirrel mid-battle to safeguarding an entire nation, Superman models empathy, speaks truth to power and stands with the little guy—not as a god, but as a man trying to live by example. Arguably the most recognizable superhero in…
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The New Streets
20
Jul
By Alyanna Ysabel Sacramento
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The New Streets

ONLY THE faint rustles of wheels on asphalt can be heard this morning. None of the usual plastic cracklings nor clamoring chatters among vendors and customers alike. The streets are clean, save for the residual water from rain. At this time of the day, the place is usually packed; cardboard…
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