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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.

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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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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

  • 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

  • All the Barbies, Kens, and Humans in Greta Gerwig’s Upcoming Take on the Icon We All Know

    May 25, 2023

  • All the More Reason to Jump for Joy with these ‘Ang Huling El Bimbo’ Show Dates for June

    May 24, 2023

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  • HONOR Opens Its Doors to New Tech Adventures in SM Fairview

    HONOR Philippines has just opened its first-ever experience store in SM Fairview last April. To celebrate this, HONOR is offering exclusive deals, exciting prizes.

    June 5, 2023

  • adidas Takes Activity into Action in ‘Move For The Planet’ Global Initiative

    adidas has just unveiled Move For The Planet, a new global initiative that seeks to harness the collective activity of sporting communities across the world.

    June 5, 2023

  • The Necessary Theatre’s ‘RED’ Examines the Whys and Hows of Art in Stage Return

    Ten years after its critically acclaimed and award-winning run, The Necessary Theatre's "RED" makes its return with a bolder face. Still helmed by Bart Guingona as director and actor with a 10-show run from June 9 to 18 at the PETA Theater Center backed by some of the industry's exciting up-and-coming theater designers.

    June 2, 2023

  • Kumu Joins Forces with Rebel Health & Fitness App to Prioritize Creators’ Health

    Kumu has entered into a partnership with REBEL, the groundbreaking all-in-one fitness, food, and wellness app that is transforming how Filipinos engage with a healthier lifestyle.

    June 2, 2023

  • Narratives & Perspectives

    My First Pride

    Poet and university instructor, Joey Clutario recounts his first Pride, the long tumultuous road that led him to this and the realization that this a journey that transcends the personal. He writes, "Coming out as gay to my family in the wake of my 33rd birthday was easy. But the last twenty years that led me to that self-defining moment were definitely not."

    June 1, 2023

  • Comfort Meets Style in Samsung’s Bespoke WindFree ACs

    Samsung has launched its Bespoke WindFree aircon line in the country, designed to offer a comfortable indoor environment with a blend of stylish aesthetic and advanced technology.

    June 1, 2023

  • Lessons We Learned on Survival and Humanity from ‘The Last of Us’

    "The Last of Us" has proven to be not just a video game or a TV adaptation. It is a masterful work of storytelling that captures the complexities of humanity in a post-apocalyptic world.

    May 26, 2023

  • Drax Project Knows it’s the Perfect Time to Drop Latest Track on Dreams

    From serenading passersby on the streets of their hometown to gracing massive arenas in support of music legends like Ed Sheeran, Lorde, and Camilla Cabello, Drax Project's meteoric rise in the music scene has been nothing short of extraordinary.

    May 26, 2023

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

    The ever-evolving titan of the music industry, Taylor Swift, has made a return to the stage with her above-and-beyond performance with 44 songs spread across more than three hours in what is now globally known as the historic "The Eras Tour". The 33-year-old icon has since positioned herself as the soldier ready to lead her troops of Swifties into the great musical journey through the 10 eras of her 17-year career.

    May 25, 2023

  • All the Barbies, Kens, and Humans in Greta Gerwig’s Upcoming Take on the Icon We All Know

    With the widely talked about upcoming release of the new Barbie movie, fans of all ages are eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this beloved character's story. The movie is set to break new ground with its focus on promoting diversity, inclusivity, and self-discovery.

    May 25, 2023

  • All the More Reason to Jump for Joy with these ‘Ang Huling El Bimbo’ Show Dates for June

    Following its sold-out first month upon its return to the live stage, the nostalgic ride continues for the Filipino hit musical with 18 shows added to its calendar of performances this June.

    May 24, 2023

  • How to Travel Worry-free with Grab Philippines’ New In-app Insurance Feature

    Grab Philippines and Chubb, the world’s largest publicly traded property and casualty insurer, officially launch Travel Cover, an extensive in-app travel insurance product that will help make Filipinos’ travel more seamless and worry-free.

    May 24, 2023

  • Here’s a Look at Kai Sotto as the New Cat in the Global PUMA Squad

    Global sports brand PUMA marks its bold foray into the Philippine basketball market as it ushers in Kai Sotto as its first Filipino baller as the newest global brand ambassador.

    May 24, 2023

  • ‘The Fine Art of Rodel Gonzalez’ Showcases One-Man Show of Disney’s Only Licensed Filipino Artist

    This June, The Fine Art of Rodel Gonzalez, a Manila Art Show grand exhibition for the first and only Filipino artist officially licensed to paint Disney, Marvel, and Star Wars artworks, is breaking ground in the Philippines.

    May 24, 2023

  • A Two-Decade-Old Material Gets Revisited with the Gen Z Lens in a Game of ‘Twenty Questions’

    In celebration of its twentieth anniversary, Juan Ekis’ Palanca Award-winning play gets a modern treatment by Theatre Titas in the latest production of "Twenty Questions".

    May 23, 2023

  • What Makes ‘Maria Clara at Ibarra’ Your Engaging–But Eerily Accurate–Reflection of Today’s Society

    It is not new to hear from Filipino students how historical subjects can make them doze off. From numerous names to events that occurred during unfamiliar times, these really send some to sleep. With younger generations losing interest in this country’s roots, GMA Entertainment Group revives the languishing Filipino spirit with their historical fantasy series reimagining Jose Rizal’s famous novels Noli Me Tángere and El Filibusterismo. With its success, the contemporary take does not just invite the young audiences to revisit history, it also significantly mirrors the current state of the country.

    May 23, 2023

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    February 20, 2025

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    Filipino Cuisine Takes Center Stage with the MICHELIN Guide Finally Making its Way to the Philippines

    February 19, 2025

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    February 18, 2025

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