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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

    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

  • Brands & Campaigns

    Retro Fitness Mood Gets a Sensual Twist (And Trip) with Cooper Koch for Calvin Klein

    July 9, 2025

  • Screening Room

    Netflix Drops Teaser for the September Return to the Dark, Perilous Journey of ‘Alice in Borderland Season 3’

    July 9, 2025

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  • 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

  • Food & Drinks

    ICYMI: The Korean Pizza Revolution is Now in the Philippines

    The Philippines, the pizza-loving country that it is, finally holds the door open for a pizza experience unlike any other. Offering a revolutionary pizza experience, South Korea’s original 10-inch pizza chain Eat Pizza, finally lands on Philippine shores.

    October 10, 2024

  • Food & Drinks

    ST. ALi Coffee Brings Melbourne’s Laneway Coffee Culture to Manila

    ST. ALi Coffee, a pioneer in the specialty coffee space and a brand synonymous with Melbourne’s famous laneway coffee culture, makes its way to Manila, opening its doors to a community of coffee lovers as the brand continues to expand their presence internationally.

    October 7, 2024

  • Screening Room

    Joshua Garcia Joins Disney Philippines’ First with Filipino-Dubbed ‘Inside Out 2’ Release

    The record-breaking animated film adventure, Inside Out 2, is finally coming exclusively to Disney+ today, September 25. Joining this anticipated streaming drop, is local acting favorite, Joshua Garcia, marking a Disney first, lending his voice on a cameo role for the film.

    September 25, 2024

  • People & Culture

    From the Board Room to Public Service, Here’s How to Drive Change According to Sam “SV” Verzosa

    On the concept of true leadership, Sam "SV" Verzosa has always believed in service—and this has shaped his journey as a businessman, philanthropist, and party-list representative, where he has since combined his sharp business instincts with a deep commitment to public service.

    September 25, 2024

  • Screening Room

    Finally! We’re Crossing our Fingers for What’s Looking to be the Filipino-made ‘Zombie’ Film We’ve Been Waiting For

    Hardly the first Filipino film released about the ‘undead’, all eyes are on the recently-released trailer of Filipino-produced and -made film "Outside" after it landed on social media to great acclaim and raves from fans of the genre. Based solely on what the trailer sneak peek served viewers with, "Outside" is looking to be a genre win for us, fans of Filipino films—and artistry as a whole.

    September 23, 2024

  • Listening Station

    This is Maisy Kay’s ‘Technicolor Honeymoon’ and We are Just Living in it

    As she took the stage across Asia in support of Tori Kelly, young singer-songwriter, Maisy Kay takes Manila by storm, just this August on the heels of the recent track release of "Technicolor Honeymoon". She sits down in Novotel Manila Araneta City to talk career inspirations, creative process, and a game plan to forge a vibrant road ahead on her musical journey.

    September 19, 2024

  • Events & Festivals

    To Speculate is to Resist at the 12th Active Vista Human Rights Festival

    The 12th edition of the Active Vista Human Rights Festival, through its theme Espekulasyon, invites us to wander together into the realm of possibilities–a future where gripping into hope does not bleed, and a better reality is within reach through arts, music, and cinema. Here's everything you need to know.

    September 16, 2024

  • Fashion & Style

    UNIQLO : C 2024 Fall/Winter Collection Brings Sartorial Firsts and Essentials Upgrades

    Clean lines and fine details mark UNIQLO's 2024 Fall/Winter collection with British fashion designer Clare Waight Keller to capture this very propulsive rhythm of city life through a line of elevated LifeWear essentials, with visual cues from brutalist landmarks in London.

    September 16, 2024

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  • The Flight Issue

    The Flight of Kelvin Miranda

    November 11, 2022

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  • Insider

    One, Two Step: This Young Filipina Creative is Taking Her ‘Idol’ Dreams into the Right Direction

    January 17, 2024

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

    August 18, 2021

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

    August 16, 2021

  • Beauty Ad Under Fire for ‘Insensitive and Upsetting’ Portrayal of the #PandemicEffect and Grilling Women’s Insecurities While They’re at it

    August 11, 2021

  • CINEMALAYA 17: A Rundown of the 13 Short Films in Competition and the Filmmakers Behind the Narratives

    August 6, 2021

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  • Stage & Performing Arts

    Ballet Philippines Breaks New Ground with a Story on Traversing Paths to Heritage and New Notions of Identity

    April 6, 2026

  • Fashion & Style

    COS Goes All in on the Celebration of the Spring Festival and the Year of the Horse with a Pop-Up and Capsule Drop

    February 3, 2026

  • Stage & Performing Arts

    ICYMI: Conrad Ricamora’s Journey to the Philippine Staging of ‘A Chorus Line’ is a Full-Circle Moment Worth Witnessing

    February 2, 2026

  • Stage & Performing Arts

    Martin Nievera Leads OPM Champions in a Night of Music and Stories of the Heart

    January 30, 2026

  • People & Culture

    Meet this Batch of STEM, Business, and Sustainability Students Welcomed as New GrabScholars

    January 29, 2026

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