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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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The Reading List

  • Food & Drinks

    Places We Love: Ebi10 and its Slate of Japanese Comfort Food Opens Doors to Expanded Eastwood Location

    July 28, 2025

  • Screening Room

    Queen Things Only: Filipino Drag Artists Set Sights on the Crown for Upcoming ‘Slaysian Royale’

    July 23, 2025

  • 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

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  • Events & Festivals

    All Roads Lead to Sinepiyu 17: Advocating New Beginnings and Resisting Historical Revisionism

    Running on the theme ‘Sinepiyu 17 Gimik: Isigaw ang Puso, this year, the FEU Film Society continues to break new ground to a platform for student filmmakers to highlight social realities through storytelling.

    April 25, 2025

  • Alerts & Promotions

    How to Get a Kick out of Summer with the OPPO A5 Pro 5G

    Summer brings the perfect excuse to hit pause and recharge from school or the workforce and you can leave it to the OPPO A5 Pro 5G to be by your side as you squeeze in trips to nearby resorts, document your wins, and enjoy chill moments with friends and loved ones.

    April 25, 2025

  • 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

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Cover Story

  • The Breakthrough Issue

    In Full Bloom: An Introduction to pami

    September 16, 2024

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  • Narratives & Perspectives

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

    July 21, 2025

  • How ‘Barbie’ Served as a Catalyst for Healing Our Inner Child and Navigating Present Existential Challenges of Womanhood

    August 21, 2023

  • How the Unstoppable OhMyV33nus Transgresses Boundaries and Builds Bridges to a More Inclusive World Beyond Gaming

    June 7, 2023

  • Narratives & Perspectives

    My First Pride

    June 1, 2023

  • ‘The Eras Tour’ and the Combined Spectacle and Endurance of Taylor Swift’s Aptitude for Shaping Culture

    May 25, 2023

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  • Events & Festivals

    Kim Myung Soo Invites You to Discover the Beauty of Korea in this Upcoming Fiesta

    August 28, 2025

  • Stage & Performing Arts

    Legit Status, VPeepz Score Big Metal Wins for the PH on the World Hip Hop Dance Championship Stage

    August 4, 2025

  • Stage & Performing Arts

    To Stand Is Protest. To Love Is Power. PETA’s ‘Walang Aray’ Returns to Do Both—Louder Than Ever

    August 1, 2025

  • Food & Drinks

    Places We Love: Ebi10 and its Slate of Japanese Comfort Food Opens Doors to Expanded Eastwood Location

    July 28, 2025

  • Screening Room

    Queen Things Only: Filipino Drag Artists Set Sights on the Crown for Upcoming ‘Slaysian Royale’

    July 23, 2025

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