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New launches and retail finds worth discovering
Nov 6, 2026

New launches and retail finds worth discovering

Whether you want to get a head start on your holiday shopping or just want to get a little something for yourself, these are the brands to keep on your radar


Refill stores in Metro Manila to help you jumpstart your sustainability practice
Nov 6, 2026

Refill stores in Metro Manila to help you jumpstart your sustainability practice

Refill stores help curb plastic pollution


High fashion is on the horizon with ‘Sunrise on the Reaping’
Nov 6, 2026

High fashion is on the horizon with ‘Sunrise on the Reaping’

Fashion and fascism are a staple double act in “The Hunger Games” franchise—and more is to come


How to wear the anti-blush trend
Nov 6, 2026

How to wear the anti-blush trend

From dusty rose to mocha brown, these shades give cheeks subtle color and soft definition


‘The cut’ as an all-consuming feat
Nov 6, 2026

‘The cut’ as an all-consuming feat

In the world of physiques and aesthetics, a cut is never just skin deep—it permeates all aspects of life


'Grand Theft Auto VI': Everything you need to know
Nov 6, 2026

'Grand Theft Auto VI': Everything you need to know

Online previews, a 26-minute Netflix teaser and media leaks and interviews have given "Grand Theft Auto" fans a taste of what awaits when the game's latest title drops on November 19.


Dance, as the city comes undone
Nov 6, 2026

Dance, as the city comes undone

James Clar and Madge Reyes translate the restless world of Ishmael Bernal’s “Manila by Night”


Who was the Chinese female artisan who dazzled Empress Dowager Cixi and Italy’s queen?
Nov 6, 2026

Who was the Chinese female artisan who dazzled Empress Dowager Cixi and Italy’s queen?

Suzhou embroidery is one of China’s most celebrated traditional crafts. It is renowned for its delicate techniques and is often referred to as the textile equivalent of Chinese ink paintings. Originating more than 2,000 years ago in Suzhou, in China’s Jiangsu province, the art form features silk threads thinner than human hair woven into images. These depict classical gardens, shanshui (mountain and river) landscapes, flowers, lotuses and birds to reflect Jiangsu’s rich artistic heritage. In the...


From the sky to the wrist: how perpetual calendars work
Nov 6, 2026

From the sky to the wrist: how perpetual calendars work

Since the earliest times, humans have looked to the skies to measure time. The movements of the sun, moon and stars helped them determine the precise day, date and time, something that still inspires wonder – from children gazing up at the night sky to astronomers charting distant galaxies. Perpetual calendars, including those crafted by Audemars Piguet, translate the principles of astronomy and the Gregorian calendar into high watchmaking – an intricate blend of art, mechanics and design. At...


Sasha Lacuna tops Missosology's Miss Globe 2026 final hot picks
Nov 6, 2026

Sasha Lacuna tops Missosology's Miss Globe 2026 final hot picks

Sasha Lacuna has topped Missosology"s final hot picks for Miss Globe 2026, placing the Philippines at the top of the pageant prediction list ahead of the coronation night.


Olivia Rodrigo sings about meeting the family in festive track 'Take Me Home (4 Christmas)'
Nov 6, 2026

Olivia Rodrigo sings about meeting the family in festive track 'Take Me Home (4 Christmas)'

Olivia Rodrigo is getting into the Christmas spirit with a new upbeat holiday song titled “Take Me Home (4 Christmas).”


'Off Campus' Season 2 sets April 2027 release date
Nov 6, 2026

'Off Campus' Season 2 sets April 2027 release date

The second season of “Off Campus” is arriving on April 28, 2027!


'Godzilla Minus Zero' fulfills director Takashi Yamazaki's childhood dream
Nov 6, 2026

'Godzilla Minus Zero' fulfills director Takashi Yamazaki's childhood dream

As a child, director Takashi Yamazaki dreamed of seeing King Ghidorah, Godzilla's three-headed archrival, destroy his hometown on screen, a wish he finally fulfilled decades later in "Godzilla Minus Zero," which arrives in theaters on Friday.


Drag queens Khianna and Shae Shue K are engaged
Nov 6, 2026

Drag queens Khianna and Shae Shue K are engaged

Drag artists Khianna and Shae Shue K are now engaged!


How Tony Leung Chiu-wai became Hong Kong’s most decorated – and reluctant – movie star
Nov 5, 2026

How Tony Leung Chiu-wai became Hong Kong’s most decorated – and reluctant – movie star

This is the 89th instalment in a biweekly series profiling major Hong Kong pop culture figures of recent decades. While Tony Leung Chiu-wai is arguably the most decorated actor in Hong Kong cinema history, he would be the last person to tell you so. In an era where cinema is dominated by spectacle and carefully curated self-promotion, Leung remains a rarity. Despite being one of Asia’s biggest stars, he performs with remarkable subtlety and treats fame as little more than an inconvenient...


Limited-edition holiday drinks to get you into the Christmas spirit
Nov 5, 2026

Limited-edition holiday drinks to get you into the Christmas spirit

The Christmas season is here, and what better way to get into the holiday spirit than with a festive drink in hand?


Alex Eala: Mental fortitude was key to win against Valentova
Nov 5, 2026

Alex Eala: Mental fortitude was key to win against Valentova

HONG KONG -- Philippine pride Alexandra Eala advanced to the quarterfinals of the Prudential Hong Kong Tennis Open (PHKTO 2026) after an intense battle against the Czech Republic's Tereza Valentová on Thursday night, November 5, at the Victoria Park Centre Court.


​'The biggest honor': Alex Eala reacts to fans planning to name their daughters after her and her best friends
Nov 5, 2026

​'The biggest honor': Alex Eala reacts to fans planning to name their daughters after her and her best friends

HONG KONG -- Tennis in the Philippines may not command the massive followings of basketball or boxing, but over the last two years on the professional tour, Alexandra Eala"s reach has constantly grown far and wide.


UST's Baybayin documents nominated for UNESCO list of historical artifacts
Nov 5, 2026

UST's Baybayin documents nominated for UNESCO list of historical artifacts

The Baybayin documents under the care of the University of Sto. Tomas (UST) have been nominated for the list that recognizes historical artifacts that have made a unique contribution to the history and culture of Asia and the Pacific, the university's official student publication Varsitarian reported.


The New Nocturnals took Halloween to the silver screen
Nov 5, 2026

The New Nocturnals took Halloween to the silver screen

The New Nocturnals makes a spectacle of Halloween


Animals deserve dignity, too
Nov 5, 2026

Animals deserve dignity, too

Twenty-nine deceased animals were found dumped in Bulacan, and this kind of cruelty runs deeper than you think


Vietnamese antiques to be auctioned at Echoes of Time II event
Nov 5, 2026

Vietnamese antiques to be auctioned at Echoes of Time II event

The event themed Echoes of Time II will feature ceramics, imperial artifacts, commissioned porcelain, and valuable ancient jade pieces, connecting collectors and art lovers and widely spreading heritage values.


New York City will soon see its first queer Filipino wine bar
Nov 5, 2026

New York City will soon see its first queer Filipino wine bar

Beautiful Eyes, a Filipino-led wine bar by Miguel de Leon and Lj Almendras, is slated to be the first of its kind


Recovery Food announces 'last bite': 'This is not goodbye forever'
Nov 5, 2026

Recovery Food announces 'last bite': 'This is not goodbye forever'

Breakfast and brunch restaurant Recovery Food is saying goodbye after 14 years.


Two Vietnamese documentary heritage collections added to UNESCO regional register
Nov 5, 2026

Two Vietnamese documentary heritage collections added to UNESCO regional register

The recognition highlights the historical, cultural and documentary values of the two collections while acknowledging Việt Nam's contributions to preserving and sharing the common heritage of the Asia-Pacific region as well as the world.


Cello and violin duo Sol Gabetta and Patricia Kopatchinskaja impress in Hong Kong recital
Nov 5, 2026

Cello and violin duo Sol Gabetta and Patricia Kopatchinskaja impress in Hong Kong recital

Seldom is the idiom to show up “with bells on toes” taken literally, but that is exactly what Moldavian-Austrian-Swiss violinist Patricia Kopatchinskaja and Argentine cellist Sol Gabetta did at their recital at Hong Kong City Hall on November 2. Classical music boundaries have no place in the pair’s playbook, and their theatrical entrance for the last leg of their Asian tour – each from opposite sides of the stage, dressed in bold colours and wearing slip-ons with bell-lined toes – was a clear...


Bea Millan-Windorski dons yellow ensemble inspired by Filipina empowerment for Miss Universe departure look
Nov 5, 2026

Bea Millan-Windorski dons yellow ensemble inspired by Filipina empowerment for Miss Universe departure look

Bea Millan-Windorski showcased Filipino craftsmanship and celebrated the strength of Filipina women through her yellow departure outfit as she headed to Puerto Rico for the upcoming Miss Universe competition.


Jennylyn Mercado looks back on difficult early days of raising son Jazz
Nov 5, 2026

Jennylyn Mercado looks back on difficult early days of raising son Jazz

Jennylyn Mercado looked back on the challenges she faced as a young mother when she welcomed her son, Jazz, at the age of 21.


Nationwide activities to celebrate Việt Nam Culture Day 2026
Nov 5, 2026

Nationwide activities to celebrate Việt Nam Culture Day 2026

The activities aim to honour national cultural identity, inspire the spirit of solidarity and create opportunities for people to actively participate in, create and enjoy cultural activities.


Spain’s Asador Etxebarri tops The 50 Best Restaurants 2026, 2 Hong Kong spots in top 10
Nov 5, 2026

Spain’s Asador Etxebarri tops The 50 Best Restaurants 2026, 2 Hong Kong spots in top 10

Spain’s Asador Etxebarri claimed the No 1 spot on The 50 Best Restaurants list at an awards ceremony held in Lima, Peru, on November 4. The restaurant has featured on the global edition of The 50 Best Restaurants list – formerly known as the World’s 50 Best Restaurants – for more than 15 years, hovering in the top five for several of those before taking the number one position in the annual rankings for the first time. While Europe claimed the top spot with the Basque live-fire specialist, Asia...


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