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.

Latest Works

How HBO’s “The Sympathizer” Accomplished its Mission

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

By: Karl R. De Mesa

Crossing Blades: A Conversation with the Team Behind KnifeSport

By: Karl R. De Mesa

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

Move over Paul.

By: Karl R. De Mesa

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

The major concepts every woman should know to stay safe.

By: Karl R. De Mesa

Why Crime Novelist Ronaldo Vivo Jr. Put "Skeletons" in "God's Garden"

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

By: Karl R. De Mesa

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

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

By: Karl R. De Mesa

The Birth of “Death Be Damned”

After the English translation of the popular “Patay Kung Patay” zombie comic book series won big at the 41st Philippine National Book Awards, its creators talk about how it was made and the other forms it could take in the future.

By: Karl R. De Mesa

How the Philippines can Fight for More Olympic Medals Through Combat Sports

Experts in the Philippines weigh in as our athletes prepare for the 2028 games in LA.

By: Karl R. De Mesa