EDITOR’S CHOICE
40th Negros Trade Fair Brings the Heart of the Island to Manila
If you are looking for your next weekend food crawl, local fashion discovery, or artisanal home upgrade, you do not need to book a flight out of the metro. This September, the vibrant spirit, flavors, and craftsmanship of the Negros Island Region are landing right in BGC. Running from September 22 to 27, 2026, at…
TRENDING & FEATURES
Proudly Pinoy: This Handcrafted Abaca Bag Is Now Available at Tory Burch
Local enterprise LIKHÂ is taking Filipino talent and craftsmanship to a world-class degree this year. The brand’s new Ella Hand-crocheted Bucket Bag is now officially a design under high-profile lifestyle brand Tory Burch, set to make a statement and a lasting impression on artisans and fashion connoisseurs worldwide. LIKHÂ’s Ella Bucket Bag turns abaca straw…
EAT & DRINK
154kg of Tender Juicy Hotdogs Caught Being Smuggled Into Japan—Japanese Netizens React
Just like kids, Japanese people can definitely recognize the unmistakable flavor of Filipino hotdogs. Purefoods Tender Juicy Hotdogs recently made headlines in Japan after three Filipinos attempted to smuggle roughly 154 kilograms of the product through Narita International Airport in November 2025. Based on reports, the three Filipino suspects used empty bags of dried instant…
ENTERTAINMENT & CELEBRITY NEWS
Antoinette Jadaone Just Launched a Women-led Film Studio—Here’s What to Expect
The future of Filipinas in film has never looked brighter, thanks to masterful storyteller Antoinette Jadaone and her new creative studio, Ilaya Ilaya. For years, Jadaone has earned her stripes as an award-winning director, writer, and visionary through films that’ve made a lasting impact on Filipinos across all generations. From the polarizing dynamics of Fangirl…
TRAVEL & ADVENTURE
Planning a Trip to Vietnam? Here’s an Affordable Hotel You’ll Want to Know About
This is the only hotel guide you need for an upcoming (or even a last-minute) trip to Vietnam! Two weeks ago, I didn’t know I’d be flying back to Vietnam. Fortunately, my accommodation became the least of my worries! While I managed through last-minute packing and checked out every trendy (and niche) spot worth visiting…
FASHION & BEAUTY
Proudly Pinoy: This Handcrafted Abaca Bag Is Now Available at Tory Burch
Local enterprise LIKHÂ is taking Filipino talent and craftsmanship to a world-class degree this year. The brand’s new Ella Hand-crocheted Bucket Bag is now officially a design under high-profile lifestyle brand Tory Burch, set to make a statement and a lasting impression on artisans and fashion connoisseurs worldwide. LIKHÂ’s Ella Bucket Bag turns abaca straw…
LIFESTYLE & PLACES
Planning a Trip to Vietnam? Here’s an Affordable Hotel You’ll Want to Know About
This is the only hotel guide you need for an upcoming (or even a last-minute) trip to Vietnam! Two weeks ago, I didn’t know I’d be flying back to Vietnam. Fortunately, my accommodation became the least of my worries! While I managed through last-minute packing and checked out every trendy (and niche) spot worth visiting…
GAMING & TECH
This App Helps Filipino Students Manage Grades, Schedules, and Deadlines in Just a Few Clicks
Staying on top of your academics, social commitments, and personal goals is no walk in the park. But thanks to this new management app for Filipino college students, getting the job done just got easier and more practical. If you’ve always had a knack for organizing, let MySched be your digital companion for your everyday…
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DEALS
LOOK: This Cute Portable Water Vessel Can Keep Your Drinks Hot or Cold for Hours Even on the Go
Your picnics just got cuter. Meet The Flow, lifestyle brand Certified Calm’s newest product under its house brand, Crescendo, and launched in partnership with breast cancer advocacy group, ICanServe Foundation. This portable—and insulated—water vessel can carry 2.5 liters of liquid, and can keep your drinks hot for up to 12 hours and cold for up…
EVENTS
A 3-Day Cultural Showcase Is Happening in Manila—Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Miss it
Are you in the hunt for discovering local brands or supporting fellow artisans who champion uniquely Filipino talents and products? If you’re up for the challenge, then local products lead the way in this three-day cultural showcase in Manila! Over 100 local artisans from across the country gather for “Likha: Likha Ko, Lahi Ko” inside…
ADVOCACIES
Filipina Romance Author Carina Gaskell Now Has an International Bestseller to Her Name
International recognition has long been a career-defining dream for young authors. The high praise, the wide-scale momentum, and even the enchanting idea of their words coming to life on the big screen—every writer worth their salt has persevered towards these exact goals at some point, or at least until they can finally add “bestselling storyteller”…
SPORTS
This Filipino-led Documentary Is Breaking Boundaries at the 2026 International Motor Film Awards
If there’s one thing we can learn from our adventures in the great outdoors, it’s that we’ll never know where seizing the day will take us. Our zest for life and adventurous spirit might even bring us to Los Angeles, California—the Petersen Automotive Museum, in particular—for this year’s prestigious International Motor Film Awards (IMFAs). At…
