There’s a certain risk in letting a debut breathe in public. XONARA took that route anyway, turning Escolta into an open invitation—and seeing who would step in. Not every moment was engineered. That was the point. Instead of a tightly controlled launch, the seven-member group—Eure, Megumi, Dominique, Tin, Namie, Ella, and Lei—opted for something more exposed: a full-day takeover of Escolta mounted in partnership with UMG Philippines and Republic Records Philippines. The sett

G-SHOCK reintroduces the GBD-200 Series under its G-SQUAD lineup, a slimmer and lighter training-focused timepiece designed for everyday movement and modern active lifestyles. Available in black, navy blue, and lime green, the series highlights G-SHOCK’s signature toughness through a clean, minimal silhouette built for both performance and style. Staying true to its “Tough With Every Move” campaign, the GBD-200 Series was introduced through a three-day immersive experience in

JCI Manila has partnered with the Philippine Mental Health Association (PMHA) and Hyve Sports PH to launch the JCI Manila ColorFest Carnival Run for Mental Health, a community run that will help fund the construction of the PMHA Wellness Center, a dedicated space for counseling, mental health support, and wellness programs. Set on May 31, 2026 at the SM Mall of Asia Complex in Pasay City, the ColorFest Carnival Run aims to bring together thousands of participants in a vibrant

The British singer-songwriter brought her soul-crushing ballads to BGC for an intimate, invite-only showcase that left no one unmoved. Sienna Spiro has finally visited Manila for the first time. And she made it count. The 20-year-old singer-songwriter delivered a showcase at the Maybank Performing Arts Theater in Bonifacio Global City last May 2, in what was easily one of the more quietly electric evenings the local music scene has seen this year. Presented by UMG Philippines

Photo courtesy of PENSHOPPE PENSHOPPE redefines its flagship experience with The PENSHOPPE Clubhouse, a revamped retail space launched alongside SIPP, its new in-store beverage concept that blends fashion, lifestyle, and immersive discovery PENSHOPPE has officially launched its newly revamped flagship store, The PENSHOPPE Clubhouse, marking the nationwide rollout of its refreshed retail concept alongside SIPP, the brand’s new in-store beverage experience. The updated space in

When the ASEAN-Korea Music Festival first launched as a modest diplomatic music exchange, few would have imagined it growing into the kind of event that fills a 13,000-capacity arena for two consecutive nights — without selling a single ticket. That is precisely what happens this weekend at Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City, where the 2026 edition of ROUND , now its largest iteration yet, makes its most forceful argument that Southeast Asia has arrived as a genuine hub

Kids today grow up surrounded by everything, all at once. The internet is overflowing with inspiration from artists, creators, and personalities. These are dreams and lives that feel both distant and strangely within reach. Even I remember watching my first Pinoy Big Brother season in 2012 and suddenly wanting to become a housemate. Around that same time, I dreamed of becoming a writer, a MYX VJ, even to the point of impossibly imagining myself as part of the Star Magic Circl

It’s kind of crazy to think it’s been almost five years since we first released our SB19 Collector’s Edition back in 2021. First released at a time when everything was just starting to fall into place, the issue captured the energy of the “Go Up” era—when dreams were getting bigger, and five boys were slowly turning those dreams into something real. The cover story takes you through their journey at the time, their mindset, and the quiet in-between moments that fans don’t alw

High school students in the Philippines are built differently. With classes that start as early as seven in the morning and stretch until five in the afternoon, often followed by an extra hour or two for extracurricular activities, they still find the energy to show up and push through. For those who are part of campus publications, especially those “Batang Presscon” who regularly join inter-school journalism competitions like the National Schools Press Conference, that level