Here are 6 things you probably didn’t know about Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray
She was born to be a queen!
In an alternate Philippines, this is how our public figures look like
“WARNING: YOU CAN’T UNSEE. PROCEED AT YOUR OWN RISK”
LOOK: Filipino architect reimagines Bonifacio Global City in the future
Architect Miguel Crisostomo shares with InqPOP! his vision of Bonifacio Global City in the future. He names the piece “Bonifacio Global district 2049” or simply “BGD 2049.” Crisostomo tells InqPOP!: “My concept for this one is a dystopian BGC /manila ala Ghost in the shell and blade runner 2049. The story of the photo is […]
Identity Loss in This Is Not A Lost Film
This Is Not A Lost Film, which screened at the International Silent Film Festival Manila (ISFFM) on August 31 as the Philippine entry, is a film like no other. An omnibus work comprising four silent films,This Is Not A Lost Film is a worthy addition to experimental filmmaker-musician Khavn de la Cruz’ already impressive body […]
Why resilience is actually bad for us as a nation
If there’s one thing to be proud of as a Filipino, it is our immense capacity to remain hopeful and positive amidst adversities. In fact, this sunny disposition has garnered us a net score of +84 in a survey done by US-based firm Gallup International, putting us in the 3rd spot of happiest places on […]
10 Filipinos who could’ve represented the Philippines better in that viral Condé Nast video
In the viral video series project called “Many People, Many Places” by international travel and lifestyle magazine Condé Nast Traveler, Filipinos called out the chosen Philippine representative for inaccurately representing the country. 70 people from different countries showcased their culture in the video series with topics like counting money, singing “Happy Birthday,” tongue twisters, or […]
Filipinos: We are an independent nation—not a province of China
In case you haven’t caught up with the current frenzy online yet, several banners which read “Welcome to the Philippines, Province of China” were seen hanging from footbridges across Metro Manila. The banners were posted in time for the second anniversary of the Philippines’ victory in its maritime dispute against China over the West Philippine […]
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Four locally-made wines that can accompany you on your cold nights-in
Some nights, you’d just rather replace that glass of margarita or bottle of beer especially when you’re all alone and you want to be kept warm. Well, you don’t need a person to keep you warm when wine can do just that for you, right? While you’re at it, might as well try wine that […]