Mema, Mukbang, and Marites: The viral Filipino humor trend taking over social media
In a country where laughter is woven into the cultural DNA, it’s no surprise that humor has become…
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August always slips away: Why Taylor Swift’s song perfectly captures “feeling of the month”
As the calendar flips to August, social media lights up with a familiar refrain: “August slipped away into…
A vibrant heritage: Community-led tourism in PH propels indigenous culture, empowers the present
Across the Philippine archipelago, a quiet cultural revolution is underway. In remote villages, mountain highlands, and ancestral lands,…
Brewing connection: How specialty coffee shops are now redefining community and culture in PH
In neighborhoods across the Philippines, independently owned specialty coffee shops are transforming from simple beverage stops into thriving…
Beyond tokenism: Championing authentic Filipino culture and why local matters
In the age of social media and globalization, culture and capitalism are often intertwined. Identity becomes a marketing…
When Life Gives You Tangerines: The art of sweetening the sour
Chaos and uncertainty have always been a part of life; however, these unstable and bitter times are often…
Revitalizing: Bond movies’ next chapter thrills as Spider-Man, Harry Potter producers take the reins
The world of espionage (think James Bond!) and cinematic thrills is abuzz with a development that’s sure to…
Power with care: The women of Alsons Power illuminating the future of energy in the Philippines
This Women’s History Month, we turn our gaze to Alsons Power, where the conventional image of a male-dominated…
NewJeans gracefully hits pause amidst K-Pop’s latest industry drama this 2025
The K-pop world is buzzing with news about NewJeans, the powerhouse girl group that’s suddenly finding itself at…
Celebrating the vibrant crimson thread this March: The enduring power of womanhood
As the calendar flips to March, a familiar hue washes over our screens: a cascade of empowering slogans…