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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?

    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: ‘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.

    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

The Reading List

  • People & Culture

    Of Disco Lights and Bell-Bottoms: What Makes Manila Sound Undeniably Filipino

    June 8, 2026

  • People & Culture

    Much Ado About ‘Bongga’: Everything that Made the ’70s as One of the Philippines’ Most Vibrant Eras

    June 1, 2026

  • Radio Station

    Jungle Channels ’70s Brazilian Music in Latest Track ‘The Wave’

    June 1, 2026

  • People & Culture

    The CCP Front-of-House Apprenticeship Program Champions Inclusivity and Opportunity for Senior Citizens

    May 29, 2026

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  • People & Culture

    The CCP Front-of-House Apprenticeship Program Champions Inclusivity and Opportunity for Senior Citizens

    The Cultural Center of the Philippines’ develops a special Front-of-House (CCP FOH) Apprenticeship Program designed to open doors for older Filipinos to be an active member of the arts and culture community.

    May 29, 2026

  • Sports

    All Roads Lead to the Global Stage for the Philippines’ Best 3×3 Teams at the Red Bull Half Court National Finals

    After a series of regional qualifiers across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, the Philippines’ top three-on-three teams are set to be revealed on June 13, where we find out who among them is built for the world.

    May 28, 2026

  • Alerts & Promotions

    This is the Best Time to Stock Up on Back-To-School Essentials with these Deals from MUJI

    You have until May 31, 2026, to make your way to MUJI with its Back-to-School special promotion on a wide range of school essentials. Here's everything you need to know.

    May 26, 2026

  • Industry News

    EastWest Continues to Build Relationship with the Next Generation Market with Donny Pangilinan

    East West Banking Corporation officially renews partnership with actor and digital personality Donny Pangilinan as brand ambassador for the brand for another full year.

    May 26, 2026

  • Food & Drinks

    How After-Hours Culture Gets Redefined with these Exclusive Nightlife Experiences in Solaire Resort North

    As it officially marks its second year as the Quezon City’s first and only five-star integrated resort, Solaire Resort North continues to redefine the usual after-hours culture through curated nightlife experiences putting a premium on food, drinks, music, and atmosphere in one destination.

    May 25, 2026

  • Stage & Performing Arts

    The Script Sets the Stage for a Manila Stop off their ‘Man In The Arena Tour’ in March 2027

    Marking a new era, Irish band, THE SCRIPT makes a return to Manila with the “MAN IN THE ARENA TOUR”, set for March 2027.

    May 25, 2026

  • Brands & Campaigns

    With Decades-Long Heritage and Style Imprint, on Grey Days, New Balance Will See You Now

    New Balance marks the return of the brand’s annual celebration of its signature colorway, Grey Days, with a month-long campaign that brings together storytelling, culture, and heritage across lifestyle, running, skate, and kids categories.

    May 22, 2026

  • Brands & Campaigns

    Jung Kook and Calvin Klein Reimagine Brand-Defining Essentials in Limited Edition Capsule

    Calvin Klein, Inc. just announced the release of a limited-edition capsule in partnership with global brand ambassador and pop royalty Jung Kook, marking his first fashion collaboration.

    May 22, 2026

  • Industry News

    Newport World Resorts, VIVA, and Philstar Mark Second Partnership in New Original Musical

    Original Filipino musicals continue to take center stage as Newport World Resorts, VIVA Communications Inc., and The Philippine STAR reunite to stage “Bongga Ka, ’Day!: The Annie Batungbakal Musical”.

    May 21, 2026

  • Art & Creativity

    FASHIONPhilippines Milan Sets the Stage for Filipino Brands with a Global Spotlight

    FASHIONPhilippines Milan makes an anticipated return for a second edition in 2026—opening its doors to a new generation of Filipino fashion brands ready to take their business to the global stage.

    May 21, 2026

  • Stage & Performing Arts

    This Year’s VLF Festival Co-Directors Bring Distinct Voices, United by the Spirit of Collaboration

    This year's announcement that ushers in Toni Go-Yadao and Marco Viaña as festival co-directors of this year’s edition of Virgin Labfest (VLF) highlights the collaborative spirit of the country’s pioneering theater festival of untried, untested and unstaged one-act plays.

    May 20, 2026

  • Brands & Campaigns

    Givenchy and Pierre Gasly Drive New Form of Masculinity with Gentleman Society

    Givenchy ventures into new territory with the Gentleman Society Eau de Parfum Sport–a fragrance embodied by French Formula 1 driver Pierre Gasly, and stands out as a beacon of this new form of masculinity— one that’s dynamic and inspiring.

    May 20, 2026

  • Radio Station

    Awich Bridges Okinawa, Brooklyn, and the Spirit of the Wu-Tang with ‘Fear Us’

    Awich releases the official music video for “Fear Us”, a standout track from the Japanese hip-hop superstar's album “Okinawan Wuman”.

    May 20, 2026

  • Advocacy & Inititatives

    Smile Train Brings Together Advocates, Pageant Title Holders, and Families in Championing Cleft Care Awareness

    Smile Train partners with international pageant franchise, Miss Cosmo, for a special visit at St. Vincent General Hospital in Marikina, to amplify advocacy on cleft care awareness, hope, and community empowerment.

    May 19, 2026

  • Lists & Guides

    All the Ways that Proves Shopping Smart is the New Chic This Season and Beyond

    Content creator Chynna Lim shares three easy, low-stress rules to make style within a budget possible this season, and beyond.

    May 19, 2026

  • Radio Station

    Vacations Drops Introspective Single and Video for ‘Holy Grail’, Ahead of Asian Tour and New Album Release

    Australian indie rock band, Vacations, drops lead single and video for "Holy Grail", on the heels of the announcement of their upcoming new album, “Pursuit of Anything”, out October 2nd on Nettwerk.

    May 18, 2026

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  • The Push Issue

    Playing with Fire: ‘Some Nights I Feel Like Walking’ on the Art of Being and Becoming

    August 27, 2025

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Hive

  • Narratives & Perspectives

    The Bar Is Set So Low, But the Comedy of Errors at the State is Now the Cheapest Show We Are All Forced to Watch

    June 8, 2026

  • Mastermind

    The Manila and Manhattan Intersection: How Joshua Villena’s ‘Homecoming’ Redefines Roots, Resilience, and Runways

    September 10, 2025

  • Narratives & Perspectives

    Solutions Not Survival Stories: Resilience Isn’t a Compliment When It’s Just Desperation Wearing a Brave Face

    September 1, 2025

  • Narratives & Perspectives

    ‘Gets Ko Na’: Reflections on How ‘Sunshine’ Bares a Debate on Sex and Morality—and What it’s Like to be a Woman in 2025

    August 7, 2025

  • Narratives & Perspectives

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

    July 21, 2025

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  • Stage & Performing Arts

    ‘El Fuego del Alma’ Explores Questions of Desire, Faith, and Longing in Filipino Retelling of Tennessee Williams’ Classic

    July 3, 2026

  • Alerts & Promotions

    Supergirl Takes Flight in the Philippines with a Special Treat at Megaworld Cinemas

    June 26, 2026

  • Sports

    The PH National Team Continues Legacy with Tomorrow’s Athletes with the PUMA SHOWTIME PACK

    June 24, 2026

  • Brands & Campaigns

    Samsung Opens Doors to the World of ‘Spiderman: Brand New Day’ in Extraordinary Collab

    June 23, 2026

  • Alerts & Promotions

    GrabMart Teams Up with Robinsons Supermarket and Puregold for Your Weekend Grocery Savings

    June 16, 2026

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Reel

  • Reel

    Rank Episodes: ‘Gameboys’ as a Catalyst for Representation and Cultural Revolution

    August 17, 2020

Folio

Pure Shores by Josh Tolentino

December 14, 2018

EXCLUSIVE: Brief Encounters by Michael Cinco

August 31, 2018

EXCLUSIVE: On Neutral Ground by Michael Cinco and Rozen Antonio

August 12, 2018

EXCLUSIVE: Shadow Play by Rozen Antonio and Michael Cinco

August 8, 2018

Web Exclusive: Boy, Interrupted by Filip Koludrovic

June 1, 2018

Web Exclusive: In the Mood by Filbert Kung

April 9, 2018

EXCLUSIVE: FADE TO BLACK by Michael Cinco

April 8, 2018


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