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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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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The Reading List

  • Inside the Cinema: Sonny Calvento on Making Sundance History, the Local Film Industry in Peril, and the Need for New Voices in Storytelling

    March 25, 2021

  • Yeek Lets You in on a Trip into the Movie in his Mind

    March 22, 2021

  • ‘Love Alarm’: Inside its Promised Upgrades and a Ringing Focus On Complex Choices and Consequences

    March 17, 2021

  • Caution Fatigue or Did We Stop Caring? One Year Since Lockdown and We’re Back Right Where We Started

    March 17, 2021

Radar

  • Taking A Closer Look At the Craft of Cinema with Cinemalaya-Launched Book ‘Sine ni Lav Diaz’

    A book studying the life and works of celebrated Filipino filmmaker Lav Diaz has just been launched at Cinemalaya, looking deep into the groundbreaking career and corpus from various perspectives.

    August 18, 2021

  • Cinemalaya 2021: Shorts B Tackles Loss, Privilege, and Challenging Existing Social Order

    Exploring social issues using new modes and technologies in storytelling, the curated films in the Shorts B category chart the human condition dealing with grief and loss and a commentary on existing social structures emblematic of the Cinemalaya stamp on filmmaking.

    August 18, 2021

  • The Future of Filipino Drag is as Colorful and Vibrant as Ever with Not One but Two Major Drag Reality Shows

    Memes and possible beef aside, two drag competitions are better than one and it's about time Filipino queens get the attention and recognition they deserve in and out of the country.

    August 18, 2021

  • Get Unlimited Access to Social Media and Video Apps for Only P149 with Smart’s UNLI GIGA Promo

    Smart unveils new promo UNLI GIGA for unlimited access to Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Kumu, or UNLI GIGA Video with non-stop YouTube, iWantTFC, NBA League Pass, and Cignal Play for seven days, to share more content and connectivity with its users.

    August 18, 2021

  • Zachary Knowles’ Debut Record ‘Tendency To Be A Loner’ is Out Now

    Tender pop artist Zachary Knowles officially enters the pop scene with debut album and a new single to celebrate with. Now out for streaming, "Tendency To Be A Loner" documents Knowles' exploration of his own introversion and loneliness.

    August 17, 2021

  • ICYMI: Patty Tiu Vows Never to Be Fooled Again In Trust with New Track ‘False Prophets’

    Songwriter, producer, and DJ Patty Tiu returns with a track calling out the untrustworthy, 'False Prophets'. The single warns listeners about those they share their lives with, and encourages them to think twice in caution.

    August 17, 2021

  • iQIYI Stars SG’s Best TV Actor Christopher Lee Back in Action in Taiwanese Drama ‘Danger Zone’

    After 20 years, Singapore’s Best TV Actor Christopher Lee plays a police officer once again in iQIYI’s original Taiwanese drama “Danger Zone”, set to premiere on September 3, 2021.

    August 17, 2021

  • Hello Internet! Meet James Reid and His Mustache in ‘Artista’ Stereotype-Breaking MV

    The playful and whimsical side of James Reid strikes a pose in his latest music video for single "Hello", depicting the craziness in us all amidst the yearning to form connections outside.

    August 17, 2021

  • Paolo Sandejas Brings 2021 Spin to 1980’s Disco Classic ‘Never Knew Love Like This Before’

    Singer-songwriter Paolo Sandejas turns up the nostalgia with his own version of 1980's chart topper 'Never Knew Love Like This Before'. The track imagines what it would be like if the song was set in modern day parties and contemporary backgrounds.

    August 17, 2021

  • Conti’s Empowers the Younger Generation through Education with this Initiative

    The #ContingTulong program by Conti's aims to deliver delight to the future through education through its longstanding partnership with educational advocacy groups Punlaan School and 2KK Tulong sa Kapwa Kapatid.

    August 17, 2021

  • Samsung Unfolds the Future of Mobile Innovation with ‘Galaxy Z Fold3 5G’ and ‘Galaxy Z Flip3 5G’

    Enter the "Next Chapter in Mobile Innovation" as Samsung sets a new standard for mobile experiences with powerful premium foldable smartphones.

    August 16, 2021

  • Rising Artist Elise Huang Bids Goodbye to One-Sided Relationships in Alt-R&B Bop ‘Lonely’

    Singer-songwriter Elise Huang has released her first single as an official artist under Island Records Philippines and MCA Music Inc. with "Lonely", a kiss-off track that navigates one-sided relationships.

    August 16, 2021

  • Here Are 5 Inspiring Local Sellers to Keep An Eye On for Your Next Big Shopee Haul

    Find products made with love from homegrown shops such as Abubot PH, Joy Marcelo RTW Clothing, Via Christi, Tazanna, and Tala by Kyla on Shopee Pili Pinoy.

    August 16, 2021

  • Cinemalaya 2021: Shorts A Explores Questions of Life, Identity, and What it Means to Be a Disposable Face Mask

    With all the films and entries available for your viewing pleasure at this year's Cinemalaya run, does the "Shorts A" lineup measure up? Spoiler alert: Of course it does.

    August 16, 2021

  • Netflix Teases First Look to the Deadly Childhood Games in New Thrilling Series ‘Squid Game’

    Netflix Series "Squid Game" invites you to deadly childhood games on September 17. The prize: 45.6 billion won. Will you join this aggressive competition putting lives and sanities at risk?

    August 16, 2021

  • Big Red Machine Builds Excitement for Upcoming Album with New Single ‘Mimi’ feat. Ilsey

    With the nearing release of their latest album 'How Long Do You Think It’s Gonna Last?' due out August 27, Big Red Machine releases a heartfelt collab track with Ilsey on longing and gratitude.

    August 16, 2021

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