History of Journalism in the Philippines

History of Journalism in the Philippines

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The Philippine StarWhen the Marcos' administration ended because of the first PeoplePower revolt, the press was once again freed. There was an influx of periodicals which was a result ofthe repression. As forthe case of Manila Times, Ramon Roces decided to revive the paper on January 1986, registered under hisgrandson, Alfredo R.Philippine Daily Inquirer Guerrero. He also brought back La Vanguardia Publishing Co., Inc. which was for his other grandson, Ramon R. Davila. The newspaper came out February 5, 1986 with his cousin, Joaquin "Titong" R. Roces as editor-in-chief. The Manila Chronicle was re-established with publisher Joaquin "Chino" Roces and editor Amando Doronilla. The weekly, We Forum, also emerged with Jose Burgos as its publisher. Present day newspapers such as Philippine Daily Inquirer, Philippine Star, Manila Standard and even Business World were born during those times.


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