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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

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  • 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

  • Screening Room

    All the 2025 MMFF Entries, Ranked—According to What We’re Watching in Cinemas First

    December 22, 2025

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  • Alerts & Promotions

    Get Your Weekend Flair On for the Return of this Fashion and Lifestyle Pop-Up

    Flair Pop-Up, a fashion and lifestyle pop-up, makes a comeback this month starting this weekend, from November 14-16 and November 21-23 at The Fifth at Rockwell.

    November 11, 2025

  • Lifestyle & Experiences

    Montblanc Digital Paper Blends Signature Handwriting Experience with Tech Advancement

    In a recent release, Luxury Maison translates its signature writing experience for the digital world with the Montblanc Digital Paper, extending the Maison’s writing culture mastery to a digital ecosystem.

    November 11, 2025

  • Lifestyle & Experiences

    Stickers Season is On as Starbucks Traditions Officially Drops Merch to ‘Invite Joy’

    “Joy is shared with every connection”. Starbucks once again releases their annual Traditions collection for the incoming year, with a theme of inviting joy with the upcoming festivities best enjoyed through their newest merch collection, taking upon warmer hues to illustrate that sense of community that has been celebrating the holiday tradition for 23 years.

    November 7, 2025

  • First Dibs

    The Limit Does Not Exist: Exploring the Power of Creativity with the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra

    In today’s ever-evolving world, where a fast-paced life brings constant noise and shifting perspectives, inspiration becomes a choice. Amid the overflow of images, trends, and voices, the real challenge is not just to see but to notice what matters. Samsung recognizes this reality. With the launch of the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra, the global tech powerhouse encourages creators to rediscover their focus and creativity through technology that moves at their pace. Touted as Samsung’s most intelligent tablet yet, notably it’s the thinnest, most powerful Galaxy Tab ever built—designed for those who balance work, play, and purpose in one continuous flow.

    November 6, 2025

  • Fashion & Style

    Form Meets Feeling as TUMI Debuts ‘Gift Joy’ Campaign this Season

    Framed by the warmth and wonder of the season, “Gift Joy” captures the essence of connection, craft, and care that define TUMI in a celebration of thoughtful giving and enduring design.

    November 4, 2025

  • Radar

    Internet Hot Take: Is Suspension of Disbelief Still Possible When Age is No Longer Just a Number?

    It’s yet another journey into the Upside Down as Stranger Things draws us closer and closer to its final season. With the heightening conflicts towards the battle with monsters and villains, the scariest antagonist of all might not be Vecna – but rather time. Stranger Things, among many of its contemporaries, is the subject of recent debates of how recent shows face issues where young actors dramatically change appearances and in many of these cases, age is not just a number.

    November 3, 2025

  • Lists & Guides

    All the True Crime Docus You can See with Real-World Tales that are Actually Scarier than Ghosts and Monsters

    In a time of "obvious" spook fest go-to's in cinemas and on classics you can stream, here's a rundown of true crime documentaries that will undoubtedly give you the chills and remind you that there are more terrifying things in real life than ghosts and other supernatural beings, a refreshing change from the typical horror films that are seen every Halloween.

    October 31, 2025

  • Screening Room

    It’s Time to Stream Iconic ‘Magandang Gabi Bayan’ Episodes for Some Halloween Nostalgic Treat

    Imagine a young kid in the 1990s, on an All Souls' and All Saints' Day break pre-Internet and social media, and you are forced to gather with your siblings or your playmates in front of the television screen to watch Noli De Castro narrate part documentary and part dramatization (all hail Lilia Cuntapay) of classic Filipino horror lores? They don't do it like this anymore.

    October 31, 2025

  • Stage & Performing Arts

    Every Young and Emerging Stage Actor We’ll Be Watching Out for in ‘Bagets: The Musical’ this 2026

    Following a nationwide call for auditions, the classic Filipino cinema barkada finds new and emerging, young faces to complete the characters of the upcoming stage adaptation of “Bagets The Musical”.

    October 24, 2025

  • Narratives & Perspectives

    Internet Hot Take: So, What’s the Cost of Kindness in a World that Measure it Too Closely?

    A short video from fan meet and greet has once again placed volleyball star Denden Lazaro-Revilla at the center of an online storm with a moment so ordinary, yet one that quickly became a symbol for everything people expect from the famous and admired. What followed was a flood of reactions, debates, and defenses that went beyond one person’s attitude. The conversation became about how easily kindness is demanded, how boundaries are misunderstood, and how a single gesture—or the lack of it—can reveal what people truly value when admiration meets reality.

    October 24, 2025

  • Radar

    ‘Never Forget’ Rings New Truth and Meaning as the Fight for Accountability is Far From Over

    Floodwater left more than debris behind — it exposed a system long eroded by corruption. The billions of pesos poured into flood control projects tell a story of betrayal. What was meant to keep people safe became another monument to greed. A month after the outrage, the noise has started to fade. The same officials promise justice, yet no charges or change. In a country where every scandal feels recycled, the real danger isn’t just greed — it’s forgetting. This is a story about the cost of remembering, and the price we pay every time we stop seeking accountability.

    October 24, 2025

  • Narratives & Perspectives

    The Bold and the Beautiful: How the Films the MTRCB Tried to Silence Made Debates about the Politics of Art Regulation Ring Louder

    When 'Dreamboi' and 'Haplos sa Hangin' were nearly barred from public screening, it revealed how power continues to dictate what art is allowed to say and who is permitted to speak. These films, born from honesty and discomfort, challenge the limits of what is considered acceptable and ask why visibility is still treated as danger. In a country where creators continue to fight for space and audiences have learned to choose for themselves, the MTRCB’s decisions expose how fragile our idea of freedom truly is. What began as a question of ratings has become a test of how much truth and creativity we are willing to let through the screen.

    October 22, 2025

  • Industry News

    This Year’s YouTube Works Awards Reinforces the Platform as the ‘New TV’, Celebrates the Best of Southeast Asia

    YouTube reaffirmed its undeniable position as the “new TV” in the Philippines, continuing the momentum that began a few years ago, achieved by driving not only national reach but also deep engagement in provincial regions and areas outside Metro Manila, where digital adoption continues to accelerate.

    October 22, 2025

  • Fashion & Style

    Vans Premium Champions Refined Lifestyle Collection with the Introduction of its Engineered Knit Series

    Style and culture purveyor, Vans, banks on its long-standing design ethos and announces an elevated, refined lifestyle collection of footwear and apparel.

    October 21, 2025

  • Lists & Guides

    The Final Act: A Rundown of Productions to See and Anticipate for in the Last Quarter of 2025 to 2026

    As 2025 nears its final bow, the Philippine theater scene is a reminder that there is a space for thought-provoking narratives, whimsical perspectives, and transformation. These productions you can check out on the last stretch of the year are more than just stories–they are experiences that mirror our realities, challenge our beliefs, and stir our souls. So, before the curtain falls, grab your tickets, open your hearts, and let the magic of theater carry you into a new year filled with even more powerful performances.

    October 20, 2025

  • Tech & Gears

    In Creation, We Trust: How Samsung Transformed Galaxy Z Fold7 & Galaxy Z Flip7 into an AI-Powered Studio in Your Pocket

    Imagine it. Create it. Samsung's latest slate of foldable mobile devices, the Galaxy Z Fold7 & Galaxy Z Flip7, makes a case for creating boldly using Galaxy AI's intelligent tools that ultimately transform a smartphone into a personal creative studio.

    October 20, 2025

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  • The Breakthrough Issue

    Stream of Consciousness: Charting the Sonic Orbit of eaJ

    September 13, 2024

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  • 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

  • John Prats: A New Lens

    February 6, 2023

  • The Ballad of Arman Ferrer

    November 18, 2022

  • On Coming Out of the Closet and Why It’s None of Your Goddamn Business

    November 16, 2022

  • Review: What Makes realme 10 a Lightweight Creative and Lifestyle Tech Marvel

    November 7, 2022

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  • Events & Festivals

    South Korean Superstar Kim Seon Ho Returns to the Philippine Stage for Asian Tour Leg

    April 15, 2026

  • Fashion & Style

    PUMA Brings H-Street to Southeast Asia with Win Metawin, Arthur Nery as Regional Ambassadors

    March 20, 2026

  • Radio Station

    pami Examines the Journey and Transformation of Pain in Latest Track ‘cry jar’

    March 19, 2026

  • Events & Festivals

    Everything to See and Experience at the Upcoming Landmark 50th Edition of the Hong Kong International Film Festival

    March 13, 2026

  • Brands & Campaigns

    GAP Brings a Fashion and Music Collaboration with Global Star Young Miko in ‘Sweats like this’

    March 13, 2026

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