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  • COVER STORY

    A Declaration of Independence: The Arrival of Tiana Kocher

    Tiana Kocher, in her young, already-blossoming career, is letting us in on a peek into what makes her certifiably a smooth operator—unapologetic, confident, no non-sense. Now, years following a 2020 self-titled EP tucked nicely under her belt and a string of collaborations with icons beefing up her still evolving discography, Kocher is looking to prove that her artistic proclivity is no passing fancy.

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  • Lists & Guides

    Curtain Call: All the Theater Productions on our Must-Watch List (So Far)

    This year, we’re seeing productions mushrooming from exciting returns to the stage, original musicals, to gripping straight plays and adaptations, here’s a rundown of some of theater productions on our radar that deserve to be bookmarked on your theater calendar.

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    The Unbreakable Kim Ji Soo

    From a chance meeting with a Filipino photographer in South Korea during his trainee days, to his first film outing produced by a Filipino team, it is safe to say that it is kismet that brought Kim Ji Soo to Philippine shores. Now, as he sets up camp on the new, hopeful acts of his still-evolving story as an actor and a human being, it makes perfect sense that his resurgence finds new direction back to a familiar zip code. With this seismic shift, setting up new frontiers anew in a foreign but familiar land, the now-31-year old actor is finding his fresh footing, making his next, bold move in a new, bold world, following tumultuous years of controversy and intrigue.

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    All Eyes on Markki Stroem

    With everything that is going on in his ever-evolving artistic journey, it is safe to say that Markki Stroem is showing no signs of slowing down, continuously flexing his creative muscles, his laser sharp focus set on the next stage, or stages, of his life and career we can only declare he is bound to excel in.

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  • COVER STORY

    In Full Bloom:
    An Introduction to pami

    From passing a chance audition that would lead to becoming a signed artist in her formative years before opening up a road to acting, an abrupt stop brought by the pandemic a month into their group debut, to a moment of pause and self-exploration in a foreign land, to becoming the artist that she is now, pami’s personal history is marked by unlikely turns and a triumph in introspection.

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    Stream of Consciousness:
    Charting the Sonic Orbit of eaJ

    Looking at his evolution, just a couple of years young into a solo career after a departure from his previous band, growing a following on his YouTube and Twitch streams, then ultimately casting a wide net of followers with close to a million monthly listeners on Spotify alone, pocketing hits like “Car Crash” and “pacman”, it goes without saying that eaJ’s musical journey is a product of self-discovery.

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    The Third Act:
    An Introduction to BGYO

    Armed with their irresistible charm, backed by commitment and undeniable talent, BGYO is poised to step into their third act, in hot pursuit of captivate bigger audiences and leaving an indelible mark on the vast continuously evolving terrain of Philippine pop music.

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The Reading List

  • Exhibit

    The Great Escape by Renie Saliba feat. Michael Cinco

    May 12, 2025

  • Alerts & Promotions

    Starbucks Celebrates Your Right to (a Wise, Intelligent) Vote with this Elections Treat

    May 12, 2025

  • Listening Station

    Ed Sheeran Explores Borderless Musical Language in Upcoming Full Album Release, ‘Play’

    May 7, 2025

  • Digital

    98% of Online Users are More Likely to Trust Recos from YouTube creators—Marks PH Entry a Most Welcome Launch

    May 5, 2025

Radar

  • Exhibit

    The Great Escape by Renie Saliba feat. Michael Cinco

    From the corporate board rooms, the red carpet, and the great outdoors, sleek tailoring, complemented by the flair of ornate accents will always be defining details that power the modern man to stand out.

    May 12, 2025

  • Alerts & Promotions

    Starbucks Celebrates Your Right to (a Wise, Intelligent) Vote with this Elections Treat

    Today, marking the 2025 Midterm Elections, Starbucks celebrates how every vote counts with a special treat.

    May 12, 2025

  • Listening Station

    Ed Sheeran Explores Borderless Musical Language in Upcoming Full Album Release, ‘Play’

    Marking an end to his “Mathematics” series, global music icon, Ed Sheeran is back with a step into a fresh new phase for 2025, with the latest release of his new album, “Play”.

    May 7, 2025

  • Stage & Performing Arts

    ‘Red Bull Dance Your Style’ Regional Qualifiers Just Brought a Top-Tier Dance-Off Unlike Any Other

    Top freestyle dancers from Manila and neighboring cities converged and competed in top-tier one-on-one battles for a highly coveted spot at the Red Bull Dance Your Style Qualifier.

    May 5, 2025

  • Digital

    98% of Online Users are More Likely to Trust Recos from YouTube creators—Marks PH Entry a Most Welcome Launch

    YouTube, in partnership with Shopee, launches YouTube Shopping in the Philippines, making the affiliate program now available in six countries across Southeast Asia, fueling the burgeoning video commerce in the region.

    May 5, 2025

  • Beauty & Grooming

    AXE Makes an Invitation to the Sweet Side with these Two New Scents

    AXE, the global leader in men’s grooming, rewrites the rules of modern masculinity with the launch of two new fine fragrance-quality scents from its Fine Fragrance Collection.

    May 5, 2025

  • Fashion & Style

    Sleek, Clean Lines Meet Advanced Tech in this Lightweight Running Mate from adidas

    Fresh off its recent release, the new Adizero Evo SL brings Adizero Adios Pro Evo 1 design DNA to non-race moments, engineered for those looking for design aesthetic and ease.

    April 28, 2025

  • Stage & Performing Arts

    Boxstage Manila Brings an Immersive Theater Experience with a Restaging of this Palanca-Winning Play

    Hot on the heels of a successful relaunch in 2024, Boxstage Manila, the all-FTG alumni theater group returns with a restaging of George de Jesus III’s Palanca Award-winning play, “Sala sa Pito“.

    April 26, 2025

  • Events & Festivals

    All Roads Lead to Sinepiyu 17: Advocating New Beginnings and Resisting Historical Revisionism

    Running on the theme ‘Sinepiyu 17 Gimik: Isigaw ang Puso, this year, the FEU Film Society continues to break new ground to a platform for student filmmakers to highlight social realities through storytelling.

    April 25, 2025

  • Alerts & Promotions

    How to Get a Kick out of Summer with the OPPO A5 Pro 5G

    Summer brings the perfect excuse to hit pause and recharge from school or the workforce and you can leave it to the OPPO A5 Pro 5G to be by your side as you squeeze in trips to nearby resorts, document your wins, and enjoy chill moments with friends and loved ones.

    April 25, 2025

  • Stage & Performing Arts

    ‘Acting cannot be taught, it has to be caught’—and Other Key Teachings from Director Rahyan Carlos

    MQuest Artists Agency (MQAA) opens doors for aspiring actors and industry veterans to summer workshops led by acting coach in the Philippines, Rahyan Carlos, officially commencing this May 2025.

    April 24, 2025

  • Brand & Campaigns

    JISOO and ALO Reunite to Demonstrate the Connection Between Movement and Mindfulness

    ALO and global pop and style icon JISOO reunite for their second campaign celebrating effortless West Coast wellness, redefining herself as the ultimate LA It-girl.

    April 24, 2025

  • People & Culture

    The NCCA and the CCP Pay Tribute and High Honors to the Legacy of National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts Nora Aunor

    The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) join hands in celebrating the life and inimitable contributions of National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts Nora Aunor in a well-attend service at the Metropolitan Theater.

    April 23, 2025

  • Brands & Campaigns

    For Julia Barretto and Maya, Saving can be Sexy

    In what is called a historic move, Julia Barretto and Maya, come together to unveil the world’s first-ever Savings Calendar.

    April 23, 2025

  • Screening Room

    The Practical Meets the Fantastical in the Otherworldly Coming-of-Age Story of ‘The Legend of Ochi’

    A daring adventure is set to unfold with A24’s 'The Legend of Ochi', the directorial debut of writer-director Isaiah Saxon coming this month.

    April 23, 2025

  • Brands & Campaigns

    This Homegrown Cafe in Cavite Marks another Milestone in a Historic First with UNIQLO

    To mark a historic first, homegrown coffee haven, Café 10/23, forges a significant collaboration with retail giant UNIQLO Philippines.

    April 22, 2025

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Cover Story

  • The Takeover Issue

    A Declaration of Independence: The Arrival of Tiana Kocher

    December 13, 2024

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Hive

  • Slant

    BODIES OF WORK 2024: Charting New Waters

    May 15, 2024

  • Insider

    Inside the World Building of the Parokyaverse: ‘Ang Parokya ni Edgar Musical’ is Finally Here

    April 26, 2024

  • Narratives & Perspectives

    Red Carpets and Red Flags: Abuse of Power and Influence Continue to Uncover Entertainment’s Dark, Devious Side

    April 12, 2024

  • Review

    Review: Sawadee-C*ck! Things We Loved (and did not) From the Silly Mis/adventures of ‘I am Not Big Bird’

    March 11, 2024

  • Review

    Review: How to Unlock Your Inner Portrait Master with realme 12 Pro+ 5G

    March 11, 2024

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  • Alerts & Promotions

    Starbucks Celebrates Your Right to (a Wise, Intelligent) Vote with this Elections Treat

    May 12, 2025

  • Listening Station

    Ed Sheeran Explores Borderless Musical Language in Upcoming Full Album Release, ‘Play’

    May 7, 2025

  • Stage & Performing Arts

    ‘Red Bull Dance Your Style’ Regional Qualifiers Just Brought a Top-Tier Dance-Off Unlike Any Other

    May 5, 2025

  • Digital

    98% of Online Users are More Likely to Trust Recos from YouTube creators—Marks PH Entry a Most Welcome Launch

    May 5, 2025

  • Beauty & Grooming

    AXE Makes an Invitation to the Sweet Side with these Two New Scents

    May 5, 2025

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Reel

  • Reel

    The Cast of ‘Squid Game’ Gather Together in Sharp Suits to Play Charades

    October 18, 2021

  • Reel

    Watch Kim Seon-ho and Shin Min-a in a Sinfully Adorable Challenge Netflix Knows We Deserve

    October 13, 2021

  • Reel

    Rank Episodes: ‘Gameboys’ as a Catalyst for Representation and Cultural Revolution

    August 17, 2020

  • Reel

    Editor’s Note: A Sense of Normalcy in Times of Uncertainty and Anxiety

    March 21, 2020

Folio

Exhibit

The Great Escape by Renie Saliba feat. Michael Cinco

May 12, 2025

Exhibit

Suit of Armor by Rxandy Capinpin

February 13, 2025

Exhibit

Bold Strokes by Rozen Antonio

March 26, 2022

Canvas

The New Order Issue in Black and White by Jerick Sanchez

August 18, 2021

Exhibit

‘Beautiful Chaos’ by Hussain Jian

April 9, 2021

Exhibit

‘Close Encounters’ by Clyde Gabriel

April 2, 2021

Canvas

‘Love Locked’ by Rxandy Capinpin feat. John Spainhour and Aya Abesamis

February 14, 2021

Exhibit

‘On the Charm Offensive’ feat. Jae Miranda and Adrian Cotoco

February 12, 2021

Canvas

‘In the Mood’ feat. Genesis Redido and Kaloy Tingcungco

January 18, 2021

Canvas

New Mood feat. the Mi 10T Pro

January 15, 2021


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