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  • THE NEW AGENDA ISSUE

    The Big Bang and then Some: ‘The Secrets of Hotel 88’ and the Theory of Evolution

    When the doors of Pinoy Big Brother closed on the Celebrity Collab Edition, what remained wasn’t just a set of former housemates ready to collect checks for their next project. What emerged was a batch that redefined how Filipino audiences relate to celebrity. After capturing fleets of adoring fans, banking on unfiltered vulnerability, the stars of the historic edition face their biggest challenge yet: scripted drama. In "The Secrets of Hotel 88," they must prove they can transform into characters while keeping the authenticity that made them stars. Will they rise to the occasion, or will the demands of showbiz change them forever?

    COVER STORY
  • THE NEW ORDER ISSUE

    New Sound, New Heights: Jenzen Guino Strikes the Right Chord

    With musical sensibilities deeply rooted in and shaped by his household, 25-year-old singer-songwriter Jenzen Guino’s sonic orbit grew from a virtual platform fueled by his covers of anthems from icons of generations past, then with originals woven through narratives straight from lived experiences of his own and the people surrounding him. Now, with a string of recent releases backed by a new label and artistic home, he harnesses his inherent flair for telling stories through heartfelt hymns and catchy melodies, along with lyricism that’s reflective of his youth and with it, his universe of truth. Five years into the game, Guino marks himself ready for take off and onto higher ground with a crescendo of new pursuits from upcoming new hits and a promise to shift gears and take his artistry to new, greater heights.

    COVER STORY
  • THE PUSH ISSUE

    Playing with Fire: ‘Some Nights I Feel Like Walking’ on the Art of Being and Becoming

    As the noise shifts from the chaos of day commuters to the rustles of night owls, Manila, then until now, lives through stories—both of the loud and the unspoken. The bustling streets of this city stood as the realm of Petersen Vargas as he let queer experiences bleed through "Some Nights I Feel Like Walking", a film that visits the city’s darkest corners, frantic passersby, and shadowed stories.

    COVER STORY
  • THE TAKEOVER ISSUE

    Crowning Glory: Let the Divine Divas Show You How to Mother a Movement

    Legacy isn’t just what you leave behind. Sometimes, it’s what you pour into others, night after night, lash after lash. At Rampa, one year since its triumphant creation, the Divine Divas are passing the mic, the stage, and the spotlight to a new generation of baby drag queens; ready, willing, and rhinestoned for the revolution.

    COVER STORY
  • THE HOT DAMN! ISSUE

    A Golden Streak: The Education of Emilio Daez

    Treading his path to prominence from social media favorite—having been anointed by a phalanx of supporters as “golden retriever” in a sea of Internet Boyfriends—young corporate professional-turned-aspiring actor, Emilio Daez, talks about his recent and very noticeable golden streak. Hot on the heels of a brief stint on the two-decade-old pop culture juggernaut, Pinoy Big Brother, following his first few jabs at acting on primetime television, Daez flexes that boyish charm, rolls up his sleeves, and dips his toes into uncharted waters, armed only with a passion and growing familiarity with an industry so far removed from the world of numbers and structure he has long been immersed in.

    COVER STORY
  • THE BREAKTHROUGH ISSUE

    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.

    COVER STORY
  • THE NEW AGENDA ISSUE

    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.

    COVER STORY

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  • Brands & Campaigns

    Tommy Hilfiger Gets in on the Celebration in Lunar New Year 2026 Capsule with Jisoo

    January 26, 2026

  • Listening Station

    Ben&Ben Turns a New Leaf and Goes Full Circle with ‘Duyan’—Completing ‘Mahiwaga’ Trilogy

    January 22, 2026

  • Events & Festivals

    Live Orchestra and Cinema Bring Poetry in Motion at the ‘In The Mood For Love- In Concert’ for HKIFF50

    January 20, 2026

  • Listening Station

    Charlie Puth Teases ‘Most Personal and Explorative Era Yet’ With New Track and a World Tour

    January 19, 2026

Radar

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    Piolo Pascual and Enrique Gil Lead the Charge of Actors and Creatives in Raymond Red’s MMFF Debut ‘Manila’s Finest’

    All roads lead to the MMFF and following industry buzz upon news of A-List actors joining onboard the project in a collaboration unlike any other, MQ Ventures is set to paint a portrait of the finest days of 1960s Manila in Raymond Red's "Manila’s Finest."

    December 11, 2025

  • Lists & Guides

    Flex How You See Your GC-Buddies with this Gift Guide for Every Friend Category

    See how Bratpack curates a Tender Loving Care (TLC) gift guide that scream, “I get you” with a breakdown on who needs what this season.

    December 8, 2025

  • Brands & Campaigns

    Jung Kook Heats Up New Calvin Klein Campaign with the Latest in Denim

    Following a loved global release in the last quarter of the year, Calvin Klein Inc. has just unveiled its latest denim campaign starring global brand ambassador Jung Kook of 21st century icons BTS, reigniting his partnership with the brand in bold, statement styles.

    December 5, 2025

  • Tech & Gears

    Flowers Bloom for the Return of this Limited Edition Creative Tech Collaboration

    The iconic creative collaboration of CASETiFY and Takashi Murakami just unveiled the subsequent release of their highly successful FLOWERS BLOOM collection, with a new series of special products and limited edition phone cases.

    December 5, 2025

  • Fashion & Style

    How the Speedcat Duo Brings a Harmony of Contrasts in Your Daily Style Moodboard

    Since its rebirth, the PUMA Speedcat has long stood as a quiet but undeniable force in Filipino street style, known for its timeless versatility. With more variations, here's how it’s shaping Filipino street style in fresh and compelling ways.

    November 27, 2025

  • Brands & Campaigns

    GUESS Marks Historic Milestones with World-First Concept Store and Introduction of First Local Ambassador

    Global fashion lifestyle retailer, GUESS, marks milestones with the grand reopening of its flagship SM Mall of Asia store that came with the introduction of young actress, advocate, and entrepreneur Andrea Brillantes as the brand’s first local ambassador.

    November 24, 2025

  • Stage & Performing Arts

    All Roads Lead to Newport World Resorts with this Lineup of Shows to Cap the Year

    Newport World Resorts rounds up the year with a bustling lineup of shows to end the year with a glittering bang and open 2026 with creative spirits at an all time high, with world-class performances up its arsenal from OPM concerts and homegrown original musicals mounted across the property’s range of entertainment venues.

    November 19, 2025

  • Fashion & Style

    Bratpack Champions Filipino Collaborations in a Creative Retail Feast Like No Other

    UNPACKED by Bratpack recently brought groundbreaking stories on craft, culture, and connection to the fore in the form of collaborations with Filipino young creatives Antibiotic Smile and Carry Om.

    November 17, 2025

  • Screening Room

    All-Star Ensemble, Powerhouse Creatives Come Together to Bring MQuest Ventures’ ‘Manila’s Finest’

    Following a celebrated announcement, MQuest Ventures now brings yet another cinematic pursuit to the culture-shaping Metro Manila Film Festival with the anticipated Raymond Red-led action-drama "Manila’s Finest".

    November 17, 2025

  • Fashion & Style

    New Balance and Foot Locker Continue to Champion Individualism in Running Fashion

    New Balance introduces new colorways of its standout models, the Fresh Foam X 1080 v14 and the FuelCell Rebel v5 to combine innovation, comfort, modern style, and functionality in new, reflective hues.

    November 13, 2025

  • Food & Drinks

    Grab Forges Partnership with Tea Culture Purveyor CHAGEE

    Following its entry in the Philippines, international tea and beverage leader CHAGEE is officially launching as an “ONLY ON GRAB” restaurant, among a selection of merchant-partners available exclusively on GrabFood, starting with the tea brand’s Metro Manila stores.

    November 13, 2025

  • Stage & Performing Arts

    Ryan Cayabyab Ushers In a New Live Concert Experience at Rockwell’s Proscenium Theater

    The newly-opened Proscenium Theater at the Rockwell marks a new era of live performances in the Philippines with its inaugural concert, the MaestroClass Concert Series, featuring the timeless songs of National Artist for Music Ryan Cayabyab, along with the celebrated voices of Concert King Martin Nievera, Asia’s Nightingale Lani Misalucha, and the Ryan Cayabyab Singers (RCS).

    November 12, 2025

  • Alerts & Promotions

    Get Your Weekend Flair On for the Return of this Fashion and Lifestyle Pop-Up

    Flair Pop-Up, a fashion and lifestyle pop-up, makes a comeback this month starting this weekend, from November 14-16 and November 21-23 at The Fifth at Rockwell.

    November 11, 2025

  • Lifestyle & Experiences

    Montblanc Digital Paper Blends Signature Handwriting Experience with Tech Advancement

    In a recent release, Luxury Maison translates its signature writing experience for the digital world with the Montblanc Digital Paper, extending the Maison’s writing culture mastery to a digital ecosystem.

    November 11, 2025

  • Lifestyle & Experiences

    Stickers Season is On as Starbucks Traditions Officially Drops Merch to ‘Invite Joy’

    “Joy is shared with every connection”. Starbucks once again releases their annual Traditions collection for the incoming year, with a theme of inviting joy with the upcoming festivities best enjoyed through their newest merch collection, taking upon warmer hues to illustrate that sense of community that has been celebrating the holiday tradition for 23 years.

    November 7, 2025

  • First Dibs

    The Limit Does Not Exist: Exploring the Power of Creativity with the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra

    In today’s ever-evolving world, where a fast-paced life brings constant noise and shifting perspectives, inspiration becomes a choice. Amid the overflow of images, trends, and voices, the real challenge is not just to see but to notice what matters. Samsung recognizes this reality. With the launch of the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra, the global tech powerhouse encourages creators to rediscover their focus and creativity through technology that moves at their pace. Touted as Samsung’s most intelligent tablet yet, notably it’s the thinnest, most powerful Galaxy Tab ever built—designed for those who balance work, play, and purpose in one continuous flow.

    November 6, 2025

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  • THE HOT DAMN ISSUE SUPPLEMENT

    Bodies of Work 2023

    July 3, 2023

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Hive

  • Narratives & Perspectives

    ‘Gets Ko Na’: Reflections on How ‘Sunshine’ Bares a Debate on Sex and Morality—and What it’s Like to be a Woman in 2025

    August 7, 2025

  • Review: ‘Mula sa Buwan’ is a Glorious Theatrical Marvel that Needs to Be Seen, Heard, and Felt—Now More than ever

    September 7, 2022

  • Electric Youth: Enzo Amor is Next

    August 26, 2022

  • An Adage to Misfits, Fools, and Dreamers: Inside the Homecoming of ‘Mula Sa Buwan’

    August 23, 2022

  • ‘Respect bodies. Respect all women!’ How These Women Have Liberated Themselves from Your Insane Beauty Standards

    August 16, 2022

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  • Alerts & Promotions

    Lazada is Taking the Thrill of its 6.6 Sale Campaign to the Streets—Here’s How to Catch this Immersive Experience

    June 4, 2026

  • Stage & Performing Arts

    Japanese Pop Group BE:FIRST Joins P-Pop Royalty SB19 in Sold-Out Concert in Manila

    May 7, 2026

  • Stage & Performing Arts

    VLFXXI Strips Down Pretense of Innocence in this Year’s Edition of ‘Virgin’ Scripts for ‘Hubo’t Hubad’

    May 4, 2026

  • Stage & Performing Arts

    JSYK: These Two Fast-Rising Young Actors are Joining the International Premiere of ‘The Notebook: The Musical’

    May 4, 2026

  • Beauty & Grooming

    KENZO Reimagines the Essence of Red in Le Rouge Flower Eau de Parfum

    May 4, 2026

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