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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.

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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.

    COVER STORY

The Reading List

  • Narratives & Perspectives

    Internet Hot Take: So, What’s the Cost of Kindness in a World that Measure it Too Closely?

    October 24, 2025

  • Radar

    ‘Never Forget’ Rings New Truth and Meaning as the Fight for Accountability is Far From Over

    October 24, 2025

  • Narratives & Perspectives

    The Bold and the Beautiful: How the Films the MTRCB Tried to Silence Made Debates about the Politics of Art Regulation Ring Louder

    October 22, 2025

  • Fashion & Style

    Vans Premium Champions Refined Lifestyle Collection with the Introduction of its Engineered Knit Series

    October 21, 2025

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  • 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

  • Advocacies & Initiatives

    This Filipina Director’s Debut Champions Inclusive Storytelling in US Film Disability Challenge

    Bettina Someros-Ching, a Filipina marketing and communications professional, steps into the director’s chair with purpose with her directorial debut created as part of the 2025 Easterseals Disability Film Challenge.

    April 22, 2025

  • Fashion & Style

    UNIQLO Sport Utility Wear Highlights Mobility, Protection, and Comfort to Get You to Move

    UNIQLO amplifies the high functionality of its latest Sport Utility Wear collection at an exhilarating series of pickleball matches, highlighting the many features of the performance-focused clothing designed for active lifestyles.

    April 21, 2025

  • Brands & Campaigns

    Culinary Mastery and Innovation Merge in this Partnership Between Chef JP Anglo and Toshiba

    Chef JP Anglo steps into the role of Toshiba’s Takumi Master for Culinary, one with the vision of the brand transforming kitchens with a fusion of craftsmanship and innovation.

    April 21, 2025

  • Tech & Gears

    What to Love on the Best of Smart Living from Samsung’s New Fleet of Bespoke AI Home Appliances

    In a display of strides made on product innovations, Samsung just introduced its new Bespoke AI lineup, boasting of advanced AI features and displays designed for more efficient Home experiences.

    April 14, 2025

  • Alerts & Promotions

    ICYMI, Tokyo Tokyo Marks its 40th Anniversary with a Special Treat

    Tokyo Tokyo, one of the Philippines’ most popularly known JaPinoy restaurants, is marking its 40th anniversary with a savory treat.

    April 14, 2025

  • Screening Room

    The Dark, Eye-Opening Teachings of ‘Weak Hero Class 2’ Finally Gets April Release Date on Netflix

    Following a successful, widely-talked about first season, dark South Korean coming-of-age drama, Weak Hero Class 2, finally gets release date this April 25 on the streaming powerhouse, Netflix—and we are seated.

    April 11, 2025

  • Listening Station

    In the Midst of Ongoing Tour, XG Drops Re-Worked Single “IN THE RAIN”

    Emerging Hip-Hop/R&B girl group XG is set to release their re-cut single “IN THE RAIN” from their second mini album “AWE”, dropping on all major streaming platforms worldwide.

    April 11, 2025

  • Brands & Campaigns

    7-Eleven City Cafe Amplifies Access to Quality, Consumer-Friendly Coffee with Darren

    7-Eleven City Cafe brings in singer, performer, and host Darren as the new face of the brand in an announcement that highlights City Cafe’s commitment to delivering high-quality, accessible coffee to Filipinos nationwide.

    April 10, 2025

  • Events & Festivals

    LOOK: Ariana Grande is ‘absolutely crying’ at the Sight of Fans in Recent UMG Philippines Viewing Party

    In celebration of Ariana Grande's recent album drop, a flock of local superfans gathered at what is a well-attended viewing party, to which the global music and pop culture superstar responded to in glee.

    April 9, 2025

  • Listening Station

    Ed Sheeran Brings in the Pink Hearts with Latest Track Drop ‘Azizam’

    Ed Sheeran breaks new ground to the enchanting world of “Azizam“, a fresh track drop on the return to joy, to light, to love and to fun.

    April 7, 2025

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  • The Push Issue

    Sweet Disposition: The Education of Ruru Madrid

    November 30, 2022

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  • 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

  • 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

  • Shifting Gears: David Bay Breathes New Life to an Iconic Track for Debut Release

    September 3, 2021

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  • Fashion & Style

    Longchamp Revisits the Iconic Le Pliage in Two Bold, Color-block Versions

    June 9, 2026

  • Brands & Campaigns

    All the Landmarks and Stories Highlighted in New Batangas ‘All Here. So Near.’ Summer Campaign

    April 17, 2026

  • Brands & Campaigns

    Gen Z Voices Champion the Power of Storytelling in New Coach Campaign for Spring 2026

    April 17, 2026

  • Food & Drinks

    All Roads Lead to Gold as KFC Brings Back the Garlic Butter Fest

    April 16, 2026

  • Alerts & Promotions

    All the Everyday Essentials and Lifestyle Finds To Cop in MUJI Week

    April 16, 2026

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