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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.

    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.

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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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  • Food & Drinks

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

    July 28, 2025

  • Screening Room

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

    July 23, 2025

  • Narratives & Perspectives

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

    July 21, 2025

  • Lifestyle & Experiences

    IKEA Champions Democratic Design as it Marks the 40-Year Milestone of the Stockholm Collection

    July 14, 2025

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  • Brands & Campaigns

    Jollibee Transforms Stores in a Move to Make this the ‘Pasko-est’ Season for Filipinos

    For the second year in a row, Jollibee is inviting families and friends to visit their brightly-lit and merrily-decorated stores, celebrating the season of joy for its Filipino consumer base.

    December 16, 2024

  • Cover Story

    A Declaration of Independence: The Arrival of Tiana Kocher

    From her rise right at the entertainment capital of the world and now re-tracing her roots, Los Angeles-based Manila-born singer-songwriter, 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. With an upcoming record and an even greater promise of asserting her position in the Philippines and on the global stage, Kocher is in it for the long haul and we are here to take in all the lessons she's teaching us along the way.

    December 13, 2024

  • Listening Station

    James Reid Trades High-Energy Hooks for Nuanced Sonic Details in Musical Homecoming, ‘jgh’

    Celebrated young multi-hyphenate creative James Reid hits home with what is touted as one of his most highly anticipated new EP, “jgh“, released under Sony Music Entertainment and Careless Music.

    December 9, 2024

  • Lifestyle & Experiences

    See How Ayala Malls Manila Bay Transformed to be a Spectacular Holiday Destination in the Metro

    As the most festive time of the year kicks in, here's how Ayala Malls Manila Bay is looking to bring a thrilling lineup of activities as part of the Ayala Malls' "Christmas In My Home" campaign that celebrates cherished Filipino family traditions of the season.

    December 6, 2024

  • Listening Station

    grentperez is Bringing in the Holiday Cheers with Festive EP ‘Christmas (Live From A Restaurant In Downtown Los Angeles)’

    The Holidays are bringing us a soulful aural treat and of course the Filipino in him prompted grentperez with a delightful holiday gift with "Christmas (live from a restaurant in downtown Los Angeles)", of heartfelt live renditions, beloved classics, and studio favorites.

    December 4, 2024

  • Tech & Gears

    Elevated Camera and AI Features Make OPPO Find X8 the Brand’s Finest Flagship Device to Date

    Touted as OPPO’s newest and finest flagship device, the OPPO Find X8, is now available nationwide in the Philippines, designed for ambitious go-getters in search for the best things in life, redefining what a smartphone can do with its next-level photography capabilities and advanced AI features.

    December 4, 2024

  • Brands & Campaigns

    For Grab Philippines, This Holiday Season is a Time for Milestones and a Continuing Challenge to be Better

    Grab Philippines shares commitment to ramp up its efforts to better manage the balance between supply of vehicles with passenger demand this holiday season, and to also effectively serve the rise of on-demand deliveries. Here's how.

    November 15, 2024

  • Food & Drinks

    How to Enjoy Your Chicken Cravings with these Ready-To-Cook Meal Prep Options

    Preparing meals can be more daunting than it is fun and enjoyable. Here's one way to take the stress out of meal planning preparation with ready to-cook, flavorful options from Magnolia.

    November 15, 2024

  • Listening Station

    It’s Finally Here! Everything You Need to Know and Learn From NCT Dream’s Fourth Full Album

    NCT Dream just dropped their fourth full Album—"DREAMSCAPE", the continuation of their mini album. Where "DREAM( )SCAPE" represents the worries and pain felt during the escape from a dark reality, "DREAMSCAPE" talks of the excitement and freedom of youth you encounter in a utopia.

    November 12, 2024

  • Lifestyle & Experiences

    This Multi-Concept Entertainment Venue Brings the Dynamic Dining and Nightlife Scene to Quezon City

    Breaking new ground at the heart of Quezon City, here's a look at how HYDRO Group presents a dynamic addition to the metro's dining and nightlife scene, with what it is dubbing as its multi-concept entertainment venue.

    November 8, 2024

  • Fashion & Style

    Training Runs are Made Sleeker and More Advanced with the Adizero Evo SL

    With its release, the new Adizero Evo SL brings Adizero Adios Pro Evo 1 design DNA to non-race moments, and is engineered for those who want to look good and feel fast on training runs.

    October 25, 2024

  • Fashion & Style

    Take a Look at the Sleek Next-Gen Upgrade of Levi’s in SM Makati

    Levi’s reopens in SM Makati as part of the label’s rollout of its Next-Gen store concept, setting a new benchmark in providing an immersive, modern, and convenient shopping experience in the bustling Makati area.

    October 25, 2024

  • Food & Drinks

    One Year Later, This Family-Owned Destination Marches Forward with Vision to Foster Coffee Community in Cavite

    Marking its young, but already illustrious one-year milestone, Cavite-born family-owned coffee destination Café 10/23 revisits rich heritage, exciting new collaborations, and a revved up expansion plans in the future.

    October 25, 2024

  • Listening Station

    James Reid Paints a Picture of ‘Sweet Summer Romance and Innocence’ in ‘Mirasol’, Ahead of Upcoming EP Drop

    James Reid brings undeniable pop charm with the release of a new track that talks of love as vibrant as an unending summer.

    October 21, 2024

  • Tech & Gears

    HUAWEI is Looking to Push Health Forward with the Release of WATCH D2

    HUAWEI unveils the new HUAWEI WATCH D2, the latest edition of the HUAWEI WATCH D Series as the brand's first smartwatch offering with Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring (ABPM), providing users with faster and more accurate results than ever before.

    October 18, 2024

  • Lists & Guides

    Here’s How Grab and Maya are Teaming Up for Easy Credit Access for the Holiday Season

    With the holiday season fast-approaching, Grab and digital bank Maya are joining hands to offer a fast and convenient way to access extra funds in time for the holidays.

    October 18, 2024

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Cover Story

  • The Statement Issue

    Manila Luzon of the People, by the People, and for the People

    December 19, 2022

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Hive

  • Insider

    Second Time’s a Charm: Manila Luzon on a New Bop, Republic Records, and All Things ‘Drag Den Season 2’

    February 8, 2024

  • Authenticity, Change, and Dialogue: Inside Tommy Hilfiger’s Fall 2021 Campaign that Tells the World to ‘Pass the Mic’

    October 21, 2021

  • The Ballad of Erik Santos

    October 18, 2021

  • Childhood Games Take a Deadly (and Life Changing) Turn in ‘Squid Game’: Inside the Internet’s Newest Dystopian Phenomenon

    October 1, 2021

  • EXCLUSIVE: The 2021 Metrobank Art & Design Excellence (MADE) Champions the Art of Possibilities with this Year’s Awardees

    September 13, 2021

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  • Stage & Performing Arts

    Dulaang UP Brings Stories of the OFW Condition to the Fore in ‘Ang Kaliitan ng Kasalukuyan’

    March 11, 2026

  • Industry News

    New ‘Balanghai’ Trophies are Now Up for Grabs with the Cinemalaya 2026 Call for Entries in the Short Film Category

    January 20, 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

    Hilary Duff Drops New Track ‘Roommates’ Ahead of Upcoming Sixth Album Release

    January 19, 2026

  • Listening Station

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

    January 19, 2026

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