Conversations about workplace culture often reveal differing preferences and expose deeply rooted values. In the Philippines, discussions about whether employees should address superiors by their first names or use honorifics such as “Sir” or “Ma’am” have gained strong reactions online. At the heart of the debate is a larger question: what does respect look like […]
Restaurants often offer perks such as unlimited rice, unlimited drinks, free condiments, and even the famed salad bar. In the Philippines, however, these have gradually disappeared from food chains and are now often available only upon request or for an additional fee, as some diners tend to abuse them. This raises the question: “Do Filipinos […]
If shopping sprees in luxury boutiques may not be the top priority right now, some fashionistas have found a way to show off their status.
October is the time for any and all things spooky and occult. It also gives us a chance to celebrate Filipino mythology, either by dressing up as its creatures or deities for Halloween and/or by learning more about the fascinating, magical, and (sometimes) scary stories. A part of our Filipino mythology and culture are the […]
The following #POPCreators entry was submitted by Pia Maureen Ariate, an aspiring writer and self-proclaimed feminist-in-progress who struggles with imposter syndrome. Submissions under POP! Creator Community appears “as is,” without any editorial intervention. Here’s her piece titled, “Cancel culture is a virus”: We live in a time of clickbait, deep-fakes, propaganda, sensationalism, and fake news that […]
To be part of social media subculture is often about who you are, where you belong, and what or who you stand for. Small groups within the social media platforms that emerge are known as a subculture. These communities are formed based on their interests and who they support. To clarify, they are not marketed as […]
Filipinos have a special love affair with stringed instruments. In fact, parents enroll their kids to music classes during weekends or summertime. The affair usually begins with a ukulele, advances to the bandurria (perhaps because they have a school Rondalla club?), and finally graduates to, yes, guitars. During the 80s, when folk houses were still […]
Art and culture professionals are asking themselves tough questions as climate change becomes a major theme for many artists.
D’ERIVE (French: [de.ʁiv]), “drift”) – a spontaneous and unplanned journey where the traveler is guided by the landscape and architecture. UAPGA Rizal East Chapter (REACH) will set new perspectives and achieve endless opportunties with “D’ERIVE: Travel + Architecture + Culture. Moving Beyond Borders and Boundaries.” This event will hold a series of seminars graced by […]