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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?

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  • 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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  • Tech & Gears

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

    December 5, 2025

  • Brands & Campaigns

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

    November 19, 2025

  • Screening Room

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

    November 17, 2025

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  • Brands & Campaigns

    San Miguel Paints a Vibrant Portrait of its 135-Year Heritage in Limited Edition Commemorative Can

    In celebration of its 135-year history, San Miguel Brewery Inc. (SMB) looks back on its storied past to honor its rich heritage with the release of limited-edition "Balik Tanaw" can in collaboration with visual artist Francis Nacion.

    August 15, 2025

  • Screening Room

    This Magic Realism (with a Socio-Political Twist) Film on Gender and Identity is Now Available On Demand

    Following its Philippine premiere and rounds in international festivals, Fatrick Tabada’s "Flower Girl" is now available on demand.

    August 14, 2025

  • Fashion & Style

    JD Sports Follows Up Entry in the Philippines with Second Store Opening in Glorietta

    Breaking new ground in its entry in the Philippines, JD Sports, UK’s leading sneaker and sports fashion retailer, opens its second store at Glorietta 1, right at the heart of Makati City.

    August 13, 2025

  • Tech & Gears

    OPPO Reno14 Officially Opens Pre-Order Period—Here’s a Definitive Guide

    OPPO’s latest smartphone series, the Reno14, officially opens pre-order period in the Philippines—built for those who want to turn everyday moments into stories worth sharing.

    August 13, 2025

  • Stage & Performing Arts

    It’s Official! ‘Les Misérables: World Tour Spectacular’ Goes on an Extended Manila Run

    GMG Productions shares that the Manila season of Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Boublil and Schönberg’s “LES MISÉRABLES: THE WORLD TOUR SPECTACULAR” is getting its final extension to March 2026.

    August 12, 2025

  • Listening Station

    Maki’s Breakout Year of Hits Culminates with an Album Drop this September

    After a successful tour in Canada and the US, young musician, Maki, brings a homecoming surprise of an anticipated album release entitled "KOLORCOASTER" this September under Tarsier Records.

    August 11, 2025

  • Radar

    Week In Review: At the Onset of August, Catch All Things Art and Entertainment, Not Ghosts

    Here's a rundown of things to watch out for in music, films, theater, and sports updates defining the week—all in the first few days of August.

    August 11, 2025

  • 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

    With Maris Racal in the titular role, Antoinette Jadaone's "Sunshine" narrates the struggles of facing teenage pregnancy and paints a gritty, portrait of today's state of reproductive health in the Philippines—in its most raw, modern, visceral form. As it delves into the hardships of women in times of danger and personal crisis, the movie transforms into something even more wide-reaching that roots back to the inadequate support and importance to women's health, body autonomy—and her most basic right to be human.

    August 7, 2025

  • Events & Festivals

    Fashion and Music Fuse into One Cultural Force as .ARCHIVES Brings First of Many .A.S.S. Nights in Manila

    From Spotify playlists to Tokyo, homegrown label .ARCHIVES is finally bringing its very first .ARCHIVES SOUND SYSTEM/.A.S.S. NIGHT in Manila. And we know where we'll be.

    August 4, 2025

  • Stage & Performing Arts

    Legit Status, VPeepz Score Big Metal Wins for the PH on the World Hip Hop Dance Championship Stage

    Bearing the national flag on the global dance stage are our Filipino delegates who competed in the recent World Hip Hop Dance Championships 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona. Extending our country's reign on multiple divisions, Legit Status and VPeepz bagged three medals for the Megacrew Division, JV Megacrew Division, and Varsity Division, respectively.

    August 4, 2025

  • Stage & Performing Arts

    To Stand Is Protest. To Love Is Power. PETA’s ‘Walang Aray’ Returns to Do Both—Louder Than Ever

    PETA’s Walang Aray returns in its second rerun is more than to start over but also to feel deeper. With new voices, reworked music, and casting that redefines what a lead can look like, the production doesn’t just revive a hit, but it softens the edges of history and offers a stage where truth, love, and representation are allowed to breathe. It’s a revival and a statement. And it’s louder than ever.

    August 1, 2025

  • Food & Drinks

    Places We Love: Ebi10 and its Slate of Japanese Comfort Food Opens Doors to Expanded Eastwood Location

    Homegrown Japanese comfort food restaurant Ebi10 officially reopens its Eastwood location with a fresh look and new menu offerings.

    July 28, 2025

  • Screening Room

    Queen Things Only: Filipino Drag Artists Set Sights on the Crown for Upcoming ‘Slaysian Royale’

    Fighting for the crown means fighting for their heritage. The stage is set for the battle of twelve fierce returning drag artists around the globe, all vying to wave their respective flags in a Drag Race All Stars season unlike any other, for some sweet Asian domination.

    July 23, 2025

  • Narratives & Perspectives

    A Question and a Lesson on How ‘Real’ is ‘Too Real’, and the Cost of ‘Saying it Anyway’

    Candid is in, but care should never be out. When culture is the plate being passed around, the least we can do is taste it with humility. In the age of livestreamed slip-ups and snack-sized scandal, being real is currency but forgetting who's watching can cost more. Not every truth needs a timestamp, and not every bite needs to go viral. Because sometimes, it’s not what you say, but what you silence when you say it loud.

    July 21, 2025

  • Alerts & Promotions

    Displacement, Casualties, and Continued Warnings: Everything to Know and Learn from the Crising Aftermath

    As Bagyong Crising reportedly leaves the Philippine Area of Responsibility, PAGASA, with the rest of the nation, must remain vigilant to continuous rainfall due to a newly-formed low pressure area, and the possible eventual formation of Bagyong Dante, the country’s fourth tropical cyclone, and the continuing threat to safety and livelihood, that these warnings bring.

    July 21, 2025

  • Stage & Performing Arts

    The Barkada Search is Now In Full Motion as ‘Bagets: The Musical’ Sets the Stage for 2026 Run

    In a recent announcement, auditions are now open for the upcoming stage adaptation of the hit 1984 coming-of-age Filipino film for “Bagets: The Musical”.

    July 15, 2025

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  • THE HOT DAMN ISSUE SUPPLEMENT

    Bodies of Work 2023

    July 3, 2023

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  • Insider

    A Bold, New World: ‘Delia D.’ Takes Us into a Vibrant Celebration of Music, Love, and Identity

    May 12, 2025

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

    August 16, 2022

  • New Breed & New Voices: Charting the 18-Year History and Revolution of the Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival

    August 5, 2022

  • Rise Through the Ranks: Rob Anastacio on Passion and Human Connection

    July 15, 2022

  • Rise Through the Ranks: For These Talents, Human Connection is Enough To Go Into a Streaming Overdrive

    July 15, 2022

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  • Radio Station

    Meghan Trainor Shimmers in Seventh Full Album Drop, ‘Toy With Me’

    April 28, 2026

  • Stage & Performing Arts

    From One Nostalgic Ride to Another: ‘Bagets The Musical’ Closing Show Welcomes ‘Bongga Ka, ‘Day!: The Annie Batungbakal Musical’

    March 23, 2026

  • Screening Room

    Ji Chang-Wook, Jodi Sta. Maria Lead Filipino-South Korean Collaboration that Brings Culinary Cultures Together

    March 20, 2026

  • Fashion & Style

    PUMA Brings H-Street to Southeast Asia with Win Metawin, Arthur Nery as Regional Ambassadors

    March 20, 2026

  • Radio Station

    pami Examines the Journey and Transformation of Pain in Latest Track ‘cry jar’

    March 19, 2026

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