The internet in the hands of Issa Pressman
Editor’s note: This shoot was conducted before quarantine. Nowadays, people are glued to their phones seeking either answers or an escape from the world around. And in the process, we…
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Nor “Phoenix” Diana on stereotypes and becoming the world’s first female hijabi wrestling champion
I first heard of Malaysian pro-wrestler Nor “Phoenix” Diana sometime in July or August of this year. A friend showed me a headline that I can’t recall anymore, but what…
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Women Youth Voices: Blaise Bellosillo is not “too young” to fight for Filipinos
The words “young” and “woman” are now very apt descriptions of leaders in our generation today. The world is now evolving. Because of this, we tell the stories of these…
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Women Youth Voices: Paula Janer on the importance of education for future generations
The words ‘young’ and ‘woman’ are now very apt descriptions of leaders in our generation today. The world is now evolving. Because of this, we tell the stories of these…
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Women Youth Voices: Kara Taggaoa feels empowered despite challenges and online threats
The words “young” and “woman” are now very apt descriptions of leaders in our generation today. The world is now evolving. Because of this, we tell the stories of these…
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Women Youth Voices: Alex Danday believes in the voice of the youth
The words ‘young’ and ‘woman’ are now very apt descriptions of leaders in our generation today. The world is now evolving. Because of this, we tell the stories of these…
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Women Youth Voices: Sarah Elago on being one of the youngest lawmakers in the Philippines
The words ‘young’ and ‘woman’ are now very apt descriptions of leaders in our generation today. The world is now evolving. Because of this, we tell the stories of these…
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Faces of Pride: Jodee Aguillon on creating safe spaces for queer artists
For our fifth installment, we have Jodinand Aguillon, representing the color blue (harmony and artistry).
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Faces of Pride: Artist Isola Rosa wants to fight for the marginalized
The iconic Pride rainbow represents the attributes and the beauty of the LGBTQ+ community; more than anything, it’s a symbol of equality. On the last week of Pride Month, we…
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Tattoos, momhood, and spirituality: The curious world of Wiji Lacsamana
I know I will never be able to fully capture it. But all the same, allow me to try and paint a picture of Wiji Lacsamana. At barely five feet,…
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August Wahh on her breakup EP: “Women’s feelings are valid”
August Wahh made it clear from the start that her new EP, Labyrinth was about getting oneself back together. “[These songs] are about bringing yourself out of depression,” she said over the mic before they played the songs in Limbo Gallery. “I know it sounds sad, but I’m just being real, man.”
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Moira Dela Torre and Jason Hernandez on why marriage is a good thing
“Some people view marriage as ‘game over.’ But actually, God’s purpose for marriage is expansion,” said Jason Hernandez roughly a month after getting married to his best friend Moira Dela…
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EXCLUSIVE: Emma Mackey’s pitch for ‘Sex Education’ S2 is to tackle more female relationships
Maeve is outspoken, especially with topics involving sex and the basic women’s rights that teenagers deal with in and out of school. The actress who plays her, Emma Mackey, is the same when it comes to the importance of sex education in everyone’s lives.
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What body positivity means to Whitney Thore
When it comes to body positivity, there is one person who should be on your radar: Whitney Thore who founded the No Body Shame campaign.
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Maja Salvador and Zanjoe Marudo think “friendzoning” isn’t always bad
We all watched enough movies to know how complicated it can be to fall in love with your best friend. Many of you might have experienced it firsthand as well.…
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