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Author: Karl R. De Mesa

Karl R. De Mesa is an award-winning long reads journalist and photographer who has reported on stories in the Philippines, Hong Kong, Myanmar, and Singapore. He is the author of five books. He makes music as Dark Horse (PH). He has a lot of stuff going on so you might as well head over here to know more: https://linktr.ee/karlrdemesa . We're glad he still has the time to write for us though. Thanks Karl.
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The Birth of Death Be Damned

Karl R. De MesaAugust 8, 2024May 16, 2025

After the English translation of the popular “Patay Kung Patay” zombie comic book series won big at the 41st Philippine

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PJ Ong: The Cebuano Designer Unleashed Upon the World After He Caged Cassette Tapes

Karl R. De MesaJune 21, 2024May 16, 2025

Some chin music with the Filipino artist chosen by the Museum of Avant-garde.

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Why Crime Novelist Ronaldo Vivo Jr. Put “Skeletons” in “God’s Garden”

Karl R. De MesaMay 6, 2024May 16, 2025

The writer of the Dreamland trilogy talks about the importance of finding humanity in both the oppressed and their oppressors.

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Crossing Blades: A Conversation with the Team Behind KnifeSport

Karl R. De MesaApril 29, 2024May 16, 2025

KnifeSport by Carlos Hermanos was designed as a fast-paced sporting analog of short weapons combat. It welcomes practitioners of bladed

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How HBO’s “The Sympathizer” Accomplished its Mission

Karl R. De MesaApril 16, 2024May 16, 2025

It may not be loyal to one genre, but it is committed to its cause.

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How the Women of “Dune: Part Two” Added Spice to the Series

Karl R. De MesaMarch 28, 2024May 16, 2025

Move over Paul.

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Safety First! Tips for Women’s Defense and Welfare (And What Frustrates Women Coaches)

Karl R. De MesaMarch 21, 2024May 16, 2025

The major concepts every woman should know to stay safe.

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