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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.

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The Reading List

  • ‘Parasite’ Makes Historic Win at the 2020 SAG Awards

    January 20, 2020

  • Billie Eilish is Bringing Her ‘Where Do We Go?’ World Tour to the Philippines this September

    January 20, 2020

  • 21 Studio Ghibli Films are Coming to Netflix Starting this February

    January 20, 2020

  • ARTIST WATCH: Manchester-Based Pop Rock Band Denova is Coming to the Philippines this April

    January 20, 2020

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  • ‘Fan Girl’ is on Extended Streaming on Various Platforms, So There Really Shouldn’t Be a Need To Result to Piracy

    Since its online premiere in December 2020 during the Metro Manila Film Festival, award-winning film "Fan Girl" has been the talk of the town for its thrilling story, subliminal messages, and its team's incessant effort to put a stop on digital piracy.

    January 11, 2021

  • Art in the Time of a Pandemic: The Metrobank Art and Design Excellence Competition (MADE) Returns in 2021

    In 2021, the Metrobank Foundation, Inc. (MBFI) seeks to sustain its mission of fostering Filipino artistry and creativity through its annual excellence recognition program for the visual arts—the Metrobank Art & Design Excellence or MADE.

    January 11, 2021

  • Tech Review: How the Reno4 Proves to be a Creative Companion that Brings Out #ClearlytheBestYou

    Just a few months apart from the OPPO Reno 3’s release, OPPO surprises us with a launch of the OPPO Reno4, taking pride with its fun, revolutionary ways to be in with the latest trends and fully express your creativity through innovative imaging technology.

    January 10, 2021

  • More Than a Genre: ‘Gaya sa Pelikula’ is the Cultural Rewrite We Need for Queer Rep in Romantic Comedies

    Produced by Globe Studios, written by Juan Miguel Severo, and directed by JP Habac, "Gaya Sa Pelikula" is a romantic comedy that follows Vlad and Karl (played by Ian Pangilinan and Paolo Pangilinan) in a story of love, acceptance, and taking ownership to be the main character in our own lives.

    January 7, 2021

  • It’s Time to Ring In Your 2021 Healthy Resolutions in Tommy Sport Fall 2020

    There’s nothing more motivating than tackling the new year with made-for-comfort, soft-touch tees; color-block leggings; archive-inspired jerseys and close-to-body silhouettes.

    January 5, 2021

  • Converge Celebrates 1M Subscriber-Milestone and the Holidays with Free Speed Upgrades

    It is a time for celebration for Converge Information and Communications Technology Solutions Inc. (Converge ICT) as it recently achieved yet another milestone with its one million subscribers.

    December 30, 2020

  • THIS IS NOT A DRILL! Ben&Ben, SB19, Maximillian, and More Bring Year to a Close with BYE2020

    Running on a goal of bringing together the Filipino people through music and inspiring them to help cope better in the face of adversity, yearend virtual concert, BYE2020, serves as a powerful statement that not only recognizes the small but impactful triumphs of the music community despite a very challenging year, but also honors the collective efforts of everyone in holding each other up during the pandemic.

    December 16, 2020

  • Unique Salonga Brings Self-Directed Psychedelic Dream with “Huwag Ka Sanang Magagalit”

    Right at the tail-end of 2020, young singer-songwriter Unique Salonga released the music video for the track, "Huwag Ka Sanang Magagalit", one of the songs off his sophomore album PANGALAN: that was released during March 2020.

    December 12, 2020

  • Smart Powers 2020 MAMA Streaming for Filipino Kpop Fans

    K-Pop stans won’t have to miss the much-anticipated 2020 Mnet ASIAN MUSIC AWARDS (2020 MAMA) as for the first time ever, mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. will exclusively online stream Asia’s biggest awards ceremony to Filipino audiences live via the GigaFest.Smart portal on Dec. 6, Sunday, at 5p.m. Philippine time.

    December 4, 2020

  • The Butterfly Effect: Kyle Velino on The Obscure, The Unexpected, and The Catalyst

    An audition two years ago got Kyle Velino his big break in a time of uncertainty, and one fateful project in the form of the Philippines' first BL series "Gameboys" has touched the lives of millions of people around the world with stories of real, three-dimensional characters. In an interview with Rank, he shared with us how heeding to life's unexpected calls made his anti-hero role come to life.

    December 4, 2020

  • We’ve Been in Quarantine for Almost Nine Months, We Need to Talk about Your Mental Health

    Anybody else feeling the need to go out a lot more now, even if we know fully well that the virus is still out there, and we still probably shouldn't? Do you also have two voices fighting in your head: one that pushes you out the door and tells you you need a change of scenery to be sane, and one that shackles you in the bed in fear of the "outside world"?

    December 1, 2020

  • The Promising, The Questionable, and The Head-scratcher: What to Expect at the Coming MMFF 2020

    For the first time ever, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority is bringing the annual MMFF to the online world with a digital film festival featuring some of the most anticipated Filipino stories in 2020.

    November 30, 2020

  • Yes! Dua Lipa Brings a Night of Music and Mayhem with “Studio 2054”

    Virtual concerts have become a huge source of entertainment not just for Filipinos in the new normal, and through these, Smart continues to bring subscribers closer to their favorite artists and performers, fueling their passion for music, just like Dua Lipa's latest exclusive online concert, "Studio 2054".

    November 28, 2020

  • Slant

    Sugar, Spice, and Everything ‘Divine’: Just Queen Things with these Drag Performers

    What is a queen without loyal subjects? And in the case of these trailblazing drag performers, without fans and supporters giving them standing ovations? According to these local royalty, to be a queen is to be armed and ready to take over the New Normal world wearing life's fabulous colors.

    November 27, 2020

  • Pop Quiz: What is the Difference between a “Reactive” and “Proactive” Leadership?

    According to our dear friend the dictionary, "reactive" depicts the natural reaction of people and organizations to respond to a stimulus after a deed has been done, while "proactive" refers to making decisions that would either solve or prevent damages before it even happens.

    November 23, 2020

  • From 11 to 100: The Stark Contrast Between 11.11 Morning, That #UlyssesPH Evening, and the Morning After

    How can a nation go from excitedly shopping for the hottest deals in the morning, to being submerged to one of the worst tropical cyclones of the year in a span of 24 hours? As they say—"Only in the Philippines."

    November 14, 2020

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    Save the Date: HONNE Returns to Taiwan for their ‘The Ouch Tour’

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  • Tarlac Showcases Regional Artists in Inaugural Luzon Art Fair

    October 26, 2023

  • Gentle Monster Interprets the High School Experience with New Collection Campaign

    October 25, 2023

  • Human Nature Advocates Beauty that More than Meets the Eye in 15th Year Milestone

    October 25, 2023

  • ‘One More Chance The Musical’ is Coming to PETA with the Music of Ben&Ben

    October 25, 2023

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