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  • THE NEW AGENDA ISSUE

    The Big Bang and then Some: ā€˜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?

    COVER STORY
  • 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: ā€˜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 ā€œgolden retrieverā€ 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 ā€œCar Crashā€ and ā€œpacmanā€, it goes without saying that eaJ’s musical journey is a product of self-discovery.

    COVER STORY
  • 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

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  • Fashion & Style

    Sprint Speed Meets Style in this Electric Drop featuring PUMA’s Reimagined Classic

    May 22, 2025

  • Events & Festivals

    The Book Hunt Returns with Big Bad Wolf Manila Finding New Home in VMall

    May 22, 2025

  • Cover Story

    About Damn Time: ‘Delia D.’ Puts a Name to a Glittering Revolution

    May 21, 2025

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    The Great Escape feat. Nicholas Vilela in Michael Cinco

    May 12, 2025

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  • Advocacies & Initiatives

    On IDAHOBIT Day, TELUS International Philippines Zooms in on Allyship

    In a move fueled by a continuing mission to champion inclusivity, TELUS International Philippines (TIP), a leading AI-fueled customer experience and business process solutions provider, showcased the transformative power of allyship in its recent "Mothers are Mothering!" glam-up session and discussion.

    May 30, 2024

  • Food & Drinks

    ALERT! Brace Yourself for this Meaty Comeback

    Absent from menus since 2014, Chowking's Braised Beef is finally making a delicious return. Remembered for being a satisfying and tasty everyday meal—simmered in a savory sauce and served on fluffy steamed rice—this menu favorite has long served as a go-to for many.

    May 29, 2024

  • Screening Room

    ‘The Watchers’ Film Director Talks about Dakota Fanning in Debut Film

    Writer-director Ishana Night Shyamalan shares how actress Dakota Fanning came into her feature debut and transformed as the main character, Mina in "The Watchers".

    May 29, 2024

  • Alerts & Promotions

    Here’s How Tang is Bringing a Refreshing Treat this Season

    Get a chance to win up to P10 million worth of prizes in 4 easy steps. Simply buy a specially marked Tang pack, find the promo code inside the pack, scan the QR code and enter the promo code, then register via the messenger chatbot where you get to find out immediately if you are one of the instant winners of P50 and P100 GCash credits.

    May 29, 2024

  • Advocacies & Initiatives

    This Escape Room Brought the Biodiversity Crisis to the Fore—And We Need to Pay Attention

    Bonifacio Art Foundation, Inc. (BAFI) and the United States Agency for International Development have joined hands in bringing a two-part biodiversity special of MIND S-COOL TV, highlighted by a traveling Biodiversity Crisis Escape Room (BCER).

    May 28, 2024

  • Screening Room

    ‘The Garfield Movie’ Brings the World-Famous Cat to an Outdoor Adventure in First Full Animation Film

    After nearly 50 years of comic strip stardom and hilarious TV specials, The Garfield Movie brings together everything that audiences love about Garfield— and a few things they never knew.

    May 28, 2024

  • Events & Festivals

    IT’S BACK! Big Bad Wolf Continues Changing the World One Book at a Time

    It's finally back! The Big Bad Wolf Book Sale, the world's biggest book sale, continues ā€œchanging the world one book at a timeā€ as it sets off on a nationwide tour. The ā€œBig Bad Tour: Mission 1 New Million Readersā€ opens its doors at Parqal, Aseana City until June 2, 2024.

    May 27, 2024

  • ‘GRACE’ Dives Deep into Concepts of Faith and Religion

    For their seventh collaboration, and ultimately Floy Quintos' swan song, Dexter M. Santos dives deep into Filipino spirituality and faith with "GRACE".

    May 27, 2024

  • Here’s a Look at How UNIQLO SM Mall of Asia Re-opens with a Redefined Experience

    In its continuing goal of showing love and saying thank you to its Filipino consumer base, global apparel retailer UNIQLO welcomes the much-awaited re-opening of its first-ever store in the Philippines, at the SM Mall of Asia.

    May 27, 2024

  • Brand & Campaigns

    From Internet Favorite to Style Setter: Oliver Moeller Bags U Elements New Collection Campaign

    Premium travel and lifestyle powerhouse in the Philippines, U Elements, debuts its newest bag line for travelers and professionals seeking functionality melded beautifully with elegance and timeless appeal.

    May 27, 2024

  • George Miller’s ‘Mad Max’ Franchise Mythology Finds Power in Anya Taylor-Joy’s ‘Furiosa’

    Bringing the latest installment to the ever-expanding mythology of the celebrated post-apocalyptic epic, auteur George Miller describes something resolute and ultimately ferocious in Anya Taylor-Joy in action as the titular character in "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga".

    May 24, 2024

  • All the CURIOUS things to Marvel at as the Inaugural Benilde Open Design + Art Breaks New Ground in CSB

    In celebration of its 35th year, the De La Salle College of Saint Benilde has recently launched its inaugural Benilde Open Design and Art 2024.

    May 22, 2024

  • Screening Room

    See Lady Gaga Pull Out All the Stops in ‘GAGA CHROMATICA BALL’ on HBO GO

    Released exclusively on HBO and streaming on Max (HBO GO for Philippines), GAGA CHROMATICA BALL captures breathtaking live performances of some of Gaga’s biggest and most cherished hits, including ā€œStupid Love,ā€ ā€œBad Romance,ā€ ā€œJust Dance,ā€ ā€œPoker Face,ā€ ā€œShallow,ā€ ā€œRain On Me,ā€ and more.

    May 21, 2024

  • Abi Marquez Bags People’s Voice Award at the 28th Annual Webby Awards

    Abi Marquez, known as the "Lumpia Queen," won the People's Voice Award for Social - Food and Drink at The 28th Annual Webby Awards, becoming the first Filipino independent content creator to secure this award. During the ceremony at Cipriani Wall Street in NYC, she proudly wore a custom terno by Filipino designer Santi Obcena and delivered a heartfelt 5-word acceptance speech: "Philippines, this is for you!"

    May 21, 2024

  • XG Makes a Manila Stop to their 1st World Tour ‘The First Howl’

    South Korea-based Japanese girl group, XG has recently announced details of their highly anticipated first world tour kicking off in May 2024 and landing in Manila by August.

    May 20, 2024

  • Barefoot Theatre Collaborative Brings ‘Mula Sa Buwan’ Back to the Stage

    The all-original award-winning Filipino musical "Mula Sa Buwan", which has triumphantly captivated audiences worldwide with its heartfelt narrative and enchanting music, will come back to the stage this August 2024.

    May 20, 2024

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  • The Mastermind Issue

    All in the Family: An Oral History of the Odd Creatures of O/C Records

    August 26, 2022

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    Bright, Shiny Things 2023: These Young Creatives are Shaping the Virtual Socialscape on kumu

    December 8, 2023

  • From the ‘Shahs of Sunset’ to the World: Golnesa Gharachedaghi on Being a Reality TV ‘Persian Princess’

    July 19, 2021

  • PMFF 2021: Renan Pacson Takes his Jab at Sustainable Fashion Further with Reimagined Post-Pandemic ‘First Ball’

    July 12, 2021

  • One Step Back, Two Steps Forward: Joco Comendador Returns to his Artistic Core with Avant-Garde Footwear

    July 9, 2021

  • Breaking Borders: IƱigo Pascual Sets His Sights on OPM on the Global Stage

    July 6, 2021

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  • Fashion & Style

    adidas Marks New Era in Road Running with the Upcoming Release of the Hyperboost Edge

    March 9, 2026

  • Brands & Campaigns

    Philippine Airlines Wants You To Pay Attention to your Safety Video with this Reimagined ‘Teleserye’ Twist

    January 12, 2026

  • Stage & Performing Arts

    About Damn Time: These Women are Mothering the Coming-of-Age Tale of ‘Bagets: The Musical’

    January 9, 2026

  • Listening Station

    Robyn Drops Two New Tracks Ahead of Anticipated ‘Sexistential’ Global Album Release this March

    January 9, 2026

  • Advocacies & Initiatives

    Grab Philippines and HOPE Power Digital ‘Bayanihan’ into Good with New Classroom in Bicol

    December 30, 2025

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