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How are our 57K COVID-19 cases “successfully” flattening the curve, Mr. Duque?

Posted on July 15, 2020July 15, 2020
Nadine Halili

Earlier today, Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Francisco Duque III said that the Philippines has “successfully flattened” the COVID-19 pandemic curve and, trust me, I am with you when I…

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Sorry lovebirds, the Church isn’t ready to officiate a Zoom wedding

Posted on July 6, 2020July 6, 2020
Eternity Ines

Because of the coronavirus pandemic, most of the events we usually do like, hang-outs, movies, classes and concerts, have successfully found footing online. And because the future is uncertain and…

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Still trying to understand COVID-19? Here’s the webinar series for you

Posted on July 6, 2020July 6, 2020

If you’re still confused about some aspects of the global coronavirus crisis, say I. It’s been about four months of numbers that continue to rise and jargon-filled scientific studies that…

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These hijab-friendly ear savers are our new inclusive faves

Posted on May 19, 2020
Amrie Cruz

Here’s something we have to talk about right now: inclusivity in crafting pandemic solutions and protective equipment. The Conversation wrote about the stigma that Muslim women face and how donning…

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Binge-watching is the most boring quarantine activity and I’ll prove it

Posted on May 15, 2020May 15, 2020
Eternity Ines

Do you guys remember cable? The weekly episodes of “Gossip Girl” and “Pretty Little Liars?” Do you remember the insane discussions, crazy theories and detailed analyses that come after a…

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Job-hunting during the pandemic 101

Posted on May 15, 2020May 15, 2020
Jacqueline Arias

One of the worst things to happen during this pandemic is not being able to go to work and/or losing your job. As I’m writing this, I’m scrolling through job…

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Self-portrait: How local artists are coping with the pandemic

Posted on May 7, 2020May 7, 2020
Jacqueline Arias

How has the quarantine affected your motivation to create? If you’re a creative, this question might have crossed your mind. It can be difficult because you’re cooped up at home,…

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WATCH: Anna Wintour’s state of the Met Gala address

Posted on May 5, 2020May 5, 2020
Jacqueline Arias

Vogue EIC and Met Gala chairwoman Anna Wintour has addressed the postponement of this year’s event, which was supposed to happen on May 4 (or May 5, Philippine time). Wintour…

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How to take a day-off during a global health crisis

Posted on May 1, 2020May 1, 2020
Eternity Ines

In less than a month, life before the community quarantine is now nothing but a distant memory. For those lucky enough to be staying at home, quarantined and hopefully safe…

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Emotional labor during the pandemic and how women are (still) taking the brunt of it

Posted on May 1, 2020May 17, 2020
Jacqueline Arias

Think of all the times you were told to put your emotions aside to get something done at work or at home. You were probably told to “put on a…

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How are our 57K COVID-19 cases “successfully” flattening the curve, Mr. Duque?

Sorry lovebirds, the Church isn’t ready to officiate a Zoom wedding

Still trying to understand COVID-19? Here’s the webinar series for you

These hijab-friendly ear savers are our new inclusive faves

Binge-watching is the most boring quarantine activity and I’ll prove it

Job-hunting during the pandemic 101

Self-portrait: How local artists are coping with the pandemic

WATCH: Anna Wintour’s state of the Met Gala address

How to take a day-off during a global health crisis

Emotional labor during the pandemic and how women are (still) taking the brunt of it

Trans women aren’t pretending and they don’t owe anyone disclosure

On #HijaAko and her triggers—a conversation with a sexual abuse survivor

Queer safe spaces in a post-pandemic world—what’s that going to look like?

Love is the place I call home

Mental health is political for this young Filipina and her global youth network

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