Theater & ArtsBlood is Thicker than Water: Ateneo ENTABLADO’S Sa Tahanan ng Aking Ama
TV & FilmBeautiful disaster: Coralie Fargeat’s The Substance (2024)
ARE YOU cat, fox, or deer pretty? Do you have siren eyes or doe eyes? Is your nose upturned, button-shaped, or Greek? In our society, beauty and looks have a critical impact on our self-perception, evident in the growing obsession with aesthetics and the soaring popularity of infamous products or procedures. While some may view […]
November 11, 2024
HypeBack in focus: Digicams snap to trend anew
DIGITAL CAMERAS, affectionately called ‘digicams,’ are making a strong comeback. In an era dominated by smartphones and DSLRs, these relics of the past are drawing the attention of a new generation, rediscovering a vintage take on capturing memories. Their grainy, simple, and often imperfect image quality offers a unique charm, contrasting the polished precision of […]
October 2, 2024
Theater & ArtsNavigating the volatility of love: MusicArtes’s “The Half-Life of Marie Curie”
TRAVERSING THE world of The Half-Life of Marie Curie, we follow the esteemed physicist, played by Missy Maramara, as she entangles herself with her late husband’s student, Paul Langevin, in a scandalous affair that has tainted her illustrious career. Amid the chaos, she secretly retreats to the British coast with her long-time friend, Hertha Ayrton […]
September 26, 2024
Theater & ArtsMula sa Katipunan, tungo sa buwan: Stories of love and defiance from the alumni cast of Mula sa Buwan
MORE THAN a decade since its debut, the musical Mula sa Buwan continues to capture hearts with its poignant narration of young, unrequited love and self-discovery amid a time of war. The story follows Cyrano (Myke Salomon), a long-nosed cadet leader who yearns for his beloved Roxane (Gab Pangilinan). However, his feelings are overshadowed by […]
September 5, 2024
Theater & ArtsLove as revolution: Barefoot Theatre Collaborative’s Mula Sa Buwan
TO LOVE is a political act, and the latest run of Mula Sa Buwan fully embodies this statement with both a bigger spectacle and a deeper heart in its storytelling. It has been almost two years since this adaptation of French dramatist Edmond Rostand’s Cyrano de Bergerac (1897) last found its home at the Samsung […]
August 27, 2024
TV & FilmVantage Magazine’s 2024 Oscars Picks and Predictions
Best Animated Feature Nominees: The Boy and the Heron Elemental Nimona Robot Dreams Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Vant Fave: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse The second installment in the Spider-Verse franchise definitely lived up to our expectations. It highlighted a more expansive world of spider-people and their spider-ventures, along with a captivating array of animation styles […]
March 10, 2024
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TV & FilmBeautiful disaster: Coralie Fargeat’s The Substance (2024)
ARE YOU cat, fox, or deer pretty? Do you have siren eyes or doe eyes? Is your nose upturned, button-shaped, or Greek? In our society, beauty and looks have a critical impact on our self-perception, evident in the growing obsession with aesthetics and the soaring popularity of infamous products or procedures. While some may view […]
November 11, 2024
Theater & ArtsNavigating the volatility of love: MusicArtes’s “The Half-Life of Marie Curie”
TRAVERSING THE world of The Half-Life of Marie Curie, we follow the esteemed physicist, played by Missy Maramara, as she entangles herself with her late husband’s student, Paul Langevin, in a scandalous affair that has tainted her illustrious career. Amid the chaos, she secretly retreats to the British coast with her long-time friend, Hertha Ayrton […]
September 26, 2024
HypeBack in focus: Digicams snap to trend anew
DIGITAL CAMERAS, affectionately called ‘digicams,’ are making a strong comeback. In an era dominated by smartphones and DSLRs, these relics of the past are drawing the attention of a new generation, rediscovering a vintage take on capturing memories. Their grainy, simple, and often imperfect image quality offers a unique charm, contrasting the polished precision of […]
October 2, 2024
Theater & ArtsBlood is Thicker than Water: Ateneo ENTABLADO’S Sa Tahanan ng Aking Ama
TRAVEL BACK in time to the year 1942 in the Philippines, a period in our history that has been blood-marked by the Japanese occupation and the fierce struggle of the Filipino people. Ateneo ENTABLADO’s Sa Tahanan ng Aking Ama vividly portrays family hardships during this period of conflict, a nation’s submission to foreign power, and […]
November 18, 2024
Theater & ArtsMula sa Katipunan, tungo sa buwan: Stories of love and defiance from the alumni cast of Mula sa Buwan
MORE THAN a decade since its debut, the musical Mula sa Buwan continues to capture hearts with its poignant narration of young, unrequited love and self-discovery amid a time of war. The story follows Cyrano (Myke Salomon), a long-nosed cadet leader who yearns for his beloved Roxane (Gab Pangilinan). However, his feelings are overshadowed by […]
September 5, 2024
Theater & ArtsLove as revolution: Barefoot Theatre Collaborative’s Mula Sa Buwan
TO LOVE is a political act, and the latest run of Mula Sa Buwan fully embodies this statement with both a bigger spectacle and a deeper heart in its storytelling. It has been almost two years since this adaptation of French dramatist Edmond Rostand’s Cyrano de Bergerac (1897) last found its home at the Samsung […]
August 27, 2024
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TV & FilmBeautiful disaster: Coralie Fargeat’s The Substance (2024)
ARE YOU cat, fox, or deer pretty? Do you have siren eyes or doe eyes? Is your nose upturned, button-shaped, or Greek? In our society, beauty and looks have a critical impact on our self-perception, evident in the growing obsession with aesthetics and the soaring popularity of infamous products or procedures. While some may view […]
November 11, 2024
TV & FilmVantage Magazine’s 2024 Oscars Picks and Predictions
Best Animated Feature Nominees: The Boy and the Heron Elemental Nimona Robot Dreams Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Vant Fave: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse The second installment in the Spider-Verse franchise definitely lived up to our expectations. It highlighted a more expansive world of spider-people and their spider-ventures, along with a captivating array of animation styles […]
March 10, 2024
TV & FilmBody horror: Redefining girlhood and growing pains
Trigger warning: This article contains mentions of sexual harassment, rape, and violence. GORY AND grotesque in nature, the horror genre could easily be perceived as an unwelcoming territory for women-centric stories. Slasher films in particular have a historically problematic relationship with sex and violence. “Final girls” in horror films are often women who tend to […]
December 2, 2023
TV & FilmModern macabre for a modern audience: The Fall of the House of Usher (2023)
BEING AN avid fan of the horror genre, I was no stranger to Mike Flanagan’s reputation, considering his highly acclaimed work with Netflix that cemented him as one of the go-to guys for modern horror. However, the reason why I enjoy his work lies in his ability to depict humans that feel as real as […]
November 15, 2023
ExposéQueering the horror scene: How the community transformed its shadowy spaces
HORROR HAS always been queer. Since the genre’s conception, horror characters have long hidden their repressed selves behind the campy make-up of the supernatural. If the idea behind horror is about wanting to look at what you should not see, no one can relate more to the suppression of natural desires than the LGBTQIA+ community. […]
December 4, 2023
TV & FilmThe misrepresented Atenean queer community in Philippine media
OVER THE years, queer Filipinos have succeeded in bringing their aspirations for equality and proper representation to the big screen. In turn, movie-goers and binge-watchers have been graced with empowering narratives of self-discovery and familial acceptance. It’s one thing to admire these art forms and say they’ve changed our lives. However, witnessing the subtle stereotypes […]
March 31, 2023
TV & FilmI grew up on coming-of-age stories, and I think I’ve romanticized them too much
My teen years felt like the abyss between adulthood and childhood: I wasn’t exactly a kid anymore, but I was far too immature to function like a grown-up. In this gap of uncertainty was a vision board of coming-of-age films, music, and TV shows that served as my navigator into this unknown stage of my […]
March 22, 2023
TV & FilmVantage POINT: February and March 2023
This is Vantage POINT: A monthly moodboard for things that have been on our minds as of late, topics both fresh and familiar. We point you towards what to watch out for and what we think you should be enjoying right now. And if whatever we love becomes whatever you love (at least a little […]
March 16, 2023
TV & FilmYour Place or Mine (2023) has no place in the rom-com world
ROMANTIC COMEDIES (rom-coms) are a hopeless romantic’s guilty pleasure. The guaranteed cheesy tropes alongside classic endings bring a sense of certainty and comfort to the audience—if executed properly. Your Place or Mine (2023) was a highly anticipated film released just in time for Valentine’s Day. Rom-com enthusiasts expected nothing but kilig moments knowing the expertise […]
February 22, 2023
MusicHere for a good time, not a long time: The Album by the Jonas Brothers
WHERE SHOULD you start your summer—at Montana or the Waffle House? The Jonas Brothers have made a splash with The Album (2023), the follow-up to their comeback record, Happiness Begins (2019). The LP is filled with beachy tunes and tidal waves, very similar to the energy exuded by the previous album. In interviews, Nick, Joe, […]
May 18, 2023
MusicAll grown up: This Is Why by Paramore
BEING AN adult isn’t the greatest—and This Is Why (2023) proves that. Following a five-and-a-half-year break, Paramore has made a comeback with their sixth studio album, This Is Why. Time and time again, the band has pivoted in terms of theme and sound—from the classic pop punk of All We Know Is Falling (2005) to […]
February 23, 2023
MusicCelebrating Manila’s creative scene: Joining forces with Manila Community Radio
NIKE’S GLOBAL celebration of the Air Force 1 sneaker’s 40th anniversary last November was fronted by the “Join Forces” tagline—a call for all creatives to build communities that push their passions forward. Nike held the Manila leg of the celebration with the help of Manila Community Radio (MCR), an internet-based radio station that also plans […]
January 9, 2023
MusicChronically heartbroken: Suki Waterhouse’s Milk Teeth
SONGS ABOUT heartbreak never go out of style, and Suki Waterhouse takes advantage of this fact. Milk Teeth (2022)—a six-track-long treasury of the London-based singer-songwriter’s early work, including her 2016 debut single “Brutally”—is a testament to this. The EP also introduces a fresh sound for Waterhouse through the previously unreleased opening track “Neon Signs.” The […]
November 18, 2022
MusicMedicine for the Manila blues: Medisina Review
Medisina Album Launch Photo from NME Asia SINCE ZILD’S rise as a bassist in IV of Spades, he has been one of OPM’s most promising artists. The release of his solo albums, Homework Machine (2020) and Huminga (2021), have only solidified that fact. Whether it’s through unexpected genre shifts or compelling songwriting, Zild has much […]
November 14, 2022
MusicMidnights is the mayhem we need in our lives
“MEET ME at midnight.” The moment that line rings out at the start of Midnights (2022), we can’t help but fall helplessly into the rabbit hole of Taylor Swift’s deep dark mind. The woman clearly doesn’t sleep, now having released her 10th studio album after putting out two other albums, two re-recorded albums, a short […]
November 6, 2022
MusicThe Sounds of Horror: Song recommendations based on classic horror films
THERE IS something inextricably sonic about the idea of horror. In films, take away the scream from a jump scare, the piercing crescendo of a creaking door, or the deafening buzz of silence and you lose half the magic. Oftentimes, music has the power to convey those skin-crawling moments on the big screen. Songs, despite […]
October 30, 2022
MusicElev8 Me L8r: Playing from the PC to the pavement
THE NEW indie music collective Elev8 Me L8r just played their first live show entitled “8#)$}{!” last August 19 at Mow’s in Diliman. Don’t bother pronouncing the gig name, the organizers don’t know how to, either. Mow’s—found just behind the Kowloon House on Matalino St. in Quezon City—was never the swankiest gig venue, but its […]
October 7, 2022
MusicChung Ha’s Bare&Rare, Pt. 1 embodies both grit and glitter
WHEN TALKING about versatility across the shelves of various discographies, K-pop soloist Chung Ha is undoubtedly present at the frontlines of the discussion. Upon every new release, Chung Ha takes up the challenge of evolving continuously—not just musically or conceptually—but even choreographically. With the arrival of her second full album Bare&Rare, Pt. 1, Chung Ha […]
August 21, 2022
FoodA hot girl’s guide to budget-friendly skincare breakfast
EAT YOUR skincare! The latest trend in beauty and wellness takes self-care to a whole new level with the skincare breakfast. Popularized by content creators on TikTok like Alice Sun or Cook With Candy, the skincare breakfast promises to incorporate the benefits of your skincare routine into your morning meal plan. From collagen-packed bone broth […]
November 16, 2023
FoodKraving Cloud 9: Kraver’s Canteen
WITH THE food & beverage (F&B) industry easing safety restrictions post-pandemic, more customers now opt to dine in and experience an ambience where food transforms into a delightful celebration of culture and flavors shared with loved ones. Online deliveries are now a thing of the past, only becoming an option for its accessibility and convenience. […]
October 7, 2023
FoodTiny kitchens, big advocacies
FOOD IS both personal and political—it sustains people and provides livelihoods, but at the same time, the overproduction of food can destroy our lands and limit our resources. When one thinks of consumption and production, they usually imagine large food suppliers or well-known restaurant chains. However, over the years, it seems that a new business […]
October 27, 2022
FoodTraditions with a twist: MadEats Co.
MADEATS CO. is their name and innovation is their game. This restaurant group has proven to be at the forefront of the digital food and beverage (F&B) industry by being one of the first known cloud kitchens in the Philippines. Moreover, MadEats Co. has also joined the modernization of local cuisine by reinventing traditional Filipino […]
March 5, 2022
Exposé“Hindi pwede maging sakim”: The miracles that keep a community fed
Miracles are real, and they happen everyday in the most ordinary homes in the Philippines. The story of Imelda Tubino, a single mother of three and a former masseuse at a home spa in Parañaque City, illuminates this well. When she was still working, she used to cook all her sons’ favorite dishes for them. […]
July 10, 2021
FoodBright, smooth, and bold: Baker on East
With striking primary shades as its brand colors, Baker on East’s Instagram posts pull you in when they pass by your feed. More often than not, their mouth-watering product shots and advertisements featuring intriguing donut flavors will have you fighting for a slot during their weekly drops to see what the hype is all about. […]
April 15, 2021
FoodThe search for disappearing dishes
It’s ironic how food—something so universally revered—can still be taken for granted. Often, it’s the simple pleasures of life that we miss the most when they’re finally gone. And yes, food, like most things, has a lifespan. Sometimes a relative may fail to pass down a treasured recipe, or a favorite restaurant may unfortunately decide […]
March 29, 2021
FoodDistant food memories
Coming-of-age is a Vantage column where staffers share their opinions on a specific beat. From in-depth analyses of TV series to miscellaneous musings in music (and everything in between), this monthly column is an avenue to spread and inspire thought-provoking ideas. In this column, Vantage Magazine Staffer Pat reflects on her aunt’s stories of Pampanga, […]
March 18, 2021
FoodWhat Filipino holiday dish are you?
There’s a saying that goes “you are what you eat.” This holiday season, we get to feast on well-known Filipino dishes like lechon, puto bumbong, queso de bola, and tsokolate. This quiz will help you determine what dish you are based on your plans this Christmas season! We hope that this quiz satisfied your craving! […]
December 29, 2020
Theater & ArtsBlood is Thicker than Water: Ateneo ENTABLADO’S Sa Tahanan ng Aking Ama
TRAVEL BACK in time to the year 1942 in the Philippines, a period in our history that has been blood-marked by the Japanese occupation and the fierce struggle of the Filipino people. Ateneo ENTABLADO’s Sa Tahanan ng Aking Ama vividly portrays family hardships during this period of conflict, a nation’s submission to foreign power, and […]
November 18, 2024
Theater & ArtsNavigating the volatility of love: MusicArtes’s “The Half-Life of Marie Curie”
TRAVERSING THE world of The Half-Life of Marie Curie, we follow the esteemed physicist, played by Missy Maramara, as she entangles herself with her late husband’s student, Paul Langevin, in a scandalous affair that has tainted her illustrious career. Amid the chaos, she secretly retreats to the British coast with her long-time friend, Hertha Ayrton […]
September 26, 2024
Theater & ArtsMula sa Katipunan, tungo sa buwan: Stories of love and defiance from the alumni cast of Mula sa Buwan
MORE THAN a decade since its debut, the musical Mula sa Buwan continues to capture hearts with its poignant narration of young, unrequited love and self-discovery amid a time of war. The story follows Cyrano (Myke Salomon), a long-nosed cadet leader who yearns for his beloved Roxane (Gab Pangilinan). However, his feelings are overshadowed by […]
September 5, 2024
Theater & ArtsLove as revolution: Barefoot Theatre Collaborative’s Mula Sa Buwan
TO LOVE is a political act, and the latest run of Mula Sa Buwan fully embodies this statement with both a bigger spectacle and a deeper heart in its storytelling. It has been almost two years since this adaptation of French dramatist Edmond Rostand’s Cyrano de Bergerac (1897) last found its home at the Samsung […]
August 27, 2024
Theater & ArtsGreek myths, Greek gods, and a good time: blueREP’s Orphie & the Book of Heroes
EVEN THOUGH last year’s Zsazsa Zaturnnah the Musical… ‘Yun Lang! showed that the Ateneo Blue Repertory (blueREP) was back on the physical stage, its new members have not yet had the chance under the spotlight. Cue this year’s Orphie & the Book of Heroes! Given that the last physical newbie production was back in 2019 […]
February 29, 2024
Theater & ArtsRemembering wrath and honoring anger: Tanghalang Ateneo’s Ardór
TANGHALANG ATENEO (TA) started their 45th theater season off with Ardór, a play about Filipino love and revolution. Taking place in a dystopian Manila, Ardór at its core is about the anger that bubbles inside the hearts of the oppressed when they have suffered for far too long. The story centers around Z (Yani Lopez […]
September 15, 2023
Theater & ArtsReality for idealists: Ateneo ENTABLADO’s Isa-Dalawa-Tatlo Nawantutri Tayo!
IN A trilogy of plays that is both equally hilarious as it is emotionally captivating, Isa-Dalawa-Tatlo Nawantutri Tayo! by Ateneo ENTABLADO returns to stage with a bang and ends the show with drowning applause from the audience in the small black box theater. The show’s 1 hour and 40-minute run presents three one-act plays. Its […]
May 11, 2023
Theater & ArtsA Reflection and reformation for the ages: Tanghalang Ateneo’s Tartuffe
AFTER YEARS away from the physical stage, Tanghalang Ateneo returns with their first production, Tartuffe, o Ang Manloloko. Director Ron Capinding’s adaptation of Molière’s classic play by Rolando Tinio aims to reflect the societal hypocrisy and deceit of the modern world through classic literature. Repulsive reflections When Tartuffe (Yeshua Celebrado & alternate John Patrick Noynay) […]
March 22, 2023
Theater & ArtsWhat is sacred cannot be borrowed: A review of We Call Her Ina Bai
THIS OCTOBER, we celebrate our country’s indigenous peoples (IP) who have seen no end to their struggle against those who steal their land and spill their blood. The conversation on IP rights is by no means new, but firsthand accounts still remain sparse in Philippine literature. We Call Her Ina Bai (2021), a non-fictional book […]
October 31, 2022
HypeBack in focus: Digicams snap to trend anew
DIGITAL CAMERAS, affectionately called ‘digicams,’ are making a strong comeback. In an era dominated by smartphones and DSLRs, these relics of the past are drawing the attention of a new generation, rediscovering a vintage take on capturing memories. Their grainy, simple, and often imperfect image quality offers a unique charm, contrasting the polished precision of […]
October 2, 2024
HypeCONquest 2023: Bridging fans and creators alike
GAMING AND pop culture convention CONQuest Festival 2023 is finally coming to Manila from June 2 to 4 at the SMX Convention Center, Conrad Manila, Mall of Asia (MoA), and National University MoA. CONQuest goes beyond the typical creator convention as it bridges the gap between fans while highlighting the local esports scene. Through the […]
June 1, 2023
HypeRemembering home in the words of a stranger across the internet
“TO BE loved is to be changed.” The statement became the internet’s obsession for a little while, even if all it took were a few words and two images of a stuffed toy. Through its simple construction, the statement was able to highlight a person’s capacity to love in a way that surprised everyone who […]
May 18, 2023
ExposéThe true-blue truth behind Ateneans’ BeReals
SOCIAL MEDIA has seen many changes throughout the years, from the radical changes in the way it functions to the expansive shifts in the demographics using it—pointing to how its relationship with its users continues evolving. Whereas posts on social media platforms like Instagram or TikTok are heavily curated, one new platform has risen to […]
January 14, 2023
HypeA homage to homegrown nostalgia
REMEMBER THE malls we frequented as young teenagers? Trips to SM Megamall or TriNoma just weren’t complete without copies of our favorite magazines. Our first K-Zone and Total Girl purchases were childhood highs—more so was getting dibs on their latest issues. Though most physical reads are already off their racks, Twitter user magasin archive (@glossyarchive) […]
November 10, 2022
HypeThe unbridled rage of the chill girl
Coming-of-age is a Vantage column where staffers share their opinions on a specific beat. From in-depth analyses of TV series to miscellaneous musings in music (and everything in between), this monthly column is an avenue to spread and inspire thought-provoking ideas. In this column, Vantage Magazine staffer Rome explores the experience of outgrowing the “chill […]
April 21, 2022
HypeOn Neon and Zeri: Vanille Velasquez and sparking Filipino representation in games
RIOT GAMES characters Neon from Valorant and Zeri from League of Legends were first released last January 12 and 20, respectively. Their bioelectric powers serve as the grounding theme that define both of their “kits,” or their visual and technical designs. Besides enticing gamers with these features, they’ve also been intriguing Filipino fans, especially after […]
March 28, 2022
HypeFashion (is a) statement
Andy Sachs may have not been interested in fashion throughout the beginning of The Devil Wears Prada (2006), but that doesn’t mean it’s just “stuff.” To echo Miranda Priestly, fashion is definitely more than surface-level thought and novelty. It can signify mood, comfort, and a number of other things. Expressing oneself and one’s beliefs are […]
March 4, 2022
HypeLet me walk you through imposter syndrome
You have no idea how many times I had to start this over. You have no idea how long it took me to sit down and actually write this. The idea of writing a piece of my own and sharing it with the world overwhelms me, because I don’t think I’m qualified to do so. […]
February 27, 2022
HubLove wins all
Coming-of-age is a Vantage column where Ateneans share their opinions on a specific beat. From in-depth analyses of TV series to miscellaneous musings in music (and everything in between), this column is an avenue to spread and inspire thought-provoking ideas. In this column, an anonymous Atenean opens up about his experiences being in a closeted […]
February 14, 2024
HubWhat kind of clown are you based on your Atenean decisions?
Happy April Fools! In the Ateneo, we celebrate all clowns—from the mild and careless to the delusional and idealistic. May it be falling for a blockmate or accidentally leaving your Zoom microphone unmuted, we all definitely have our moments, one way or another. Take this quiz to find out what kind of clown you are! […]
March 31, 2023
HubHealing my inner cool girl
COOL GIRL is hot, cool girl is fun, cool girl is game. Cool girl is drunk at 3 AM, crying on the Vista staircase after dissociating in the Black Box bathroom. Cool girl never shuts up about Amy Dunne and the layers there are to dissect in the cinematic masterpiece that is Gone Girl (2014). […]
April 29, 2023
HubWould you survive a zombie apocalypse in Ateneo?
At one point in your life, you’ve probably thought to yourself: What would happen if I found myself trapped in the world of my favorite zombie thriller? If so, would I choose to fight my way to the end or ultimately join the undead? Now, it’s time to put your hypothetical survival plans to the […]
November 30, 2022
HubWill the real Miguel and Bea please stand up?
From the Certified Lover Boys driving Mitsubishi Lancers to the “pabigat” BS Org groupmates, there is a never-ending list of stereotypes plaguing Ateneans. In online discussions (ADMU Freedom Wall, meme pages, Twitter threads—you name it), Miguel and Bea have recently become the face of the typical Atenean. However, with Miguel and Bea being joked about […]
October 7, 2022
HubVantage POINT: September 2022
This is Vantage POINT: A monthly moodboard for things that have been on our minds as of late, topics both fresh and familiar. We point you towards what to watch out for and what we think you should be enjoying right now. And if whatever we love becomes whatever you love (at least a little […]
September 26, 2022
HubFreshmanual Online 2022
After two years online, campus life is back onsite! Gear up for the new academic year with Vantage Magazine’s Freshmanual 2022, packed with everything you need for the hybrid setup. This online edition builds on the physical copy with exclusive OrSem content. Click the image below to read it!
August 9, 2022
HubMeet the O-Hosts 2022
AS THE first hybrid OrSem, OrSem Tindig is full of novel experiences for the freshies. This year’s O-Hosts are ready to take the stage by storm—both online and onsite. Meet the five personalities grooving with you this year by clicking their photos below. Bea Verdadero: Your sweet, substantial daldalera Duane Madriñan: Your kuya ng bayan […]
August 2, 2022
HubJosh Pangan: Sweet-spicy authenticity
Joshua Pangan (2 AB POS-MPM) is “your spoiiicy Kapampangan, written by a woman,” and he can’t wait to grace the OrSem Tindig stage as an O-Host. “My character blossoms with heavily feminine characteristics: sensitivity, sophistication, and spiciness!” he exclaims. Raised by a single mother, Josh considers himself a proud product of his matriarchal family, as […]
August 2, 2022
ExposéQueering the horror scene: How the community transformed its shadowy spaces
HORROR HAS always been queer. Since the genre’s conception, horror characters have long hidden their repressed selves behind the campy make-up of the supernatural. If the idea behind horror is about wanting to look at what you should not see, no one can relate more to the suppression of natural desires than the LGBTQIA+ community. […]
December 4, 2023
ExposéThe true-blue truth behind Ateneans’ BeReals
SOCIAL MEDIA has seen many changes throughout the years, from the radical changes in the way it functions to the expansive shifts in the demographics using it—pointing to how its relationship with its users continues evolving. Whereas posts on social media platforms like Instagram or TikTok are heavily curated, one new platform has risen to […]
January 14, 2023
ExposéNFTs and the artist’s moral dilemma
THE POPULARITY of NFTs (non-fungible tokens) worldwide can still be highly confusing to the average person—after all, aren’t these just JPEGs? However, the rise of blockchain and cryptocurrency showcases how highly valued these digital objects now are as thousands buy them at rocket-high prices. This is because these collectibles are becoming subject to the fluctuating […]
March 11, 2022
ExposéGet, get, aw!: The Sexbomb Girls and their explosive influence
THE SEXBOMB Girls’ impact is undeniable—both in Filipino popular culture and in the Asian music scene. The group’s songs are still go-to karaoke staples at birthday parties and family gatherings, especially the crowd favorites “Bakit Papa?” and “The Spageti Song.” Their career highs and the success of these songs have made the girls a household […]
December 2, 2021
Exposé“Hindi pwede maging sakim”: The miracles that keep a community fed
Miracles are real, and they happen everyday in the most ordinary homes in the Philippines. The story of Imelda Tubino, a single mother of three and a former masseuse at a home spa in Parañaque City, illuminates this well. When she was still working, she used to cook all her sons’ favorite dishes for them. […]
July 10, 2021
ExposéSeeing double: Behind the fake Instagram
Reliance on social media is at an all-time high, since people are compelled to participate in online activities. Platforms such as Facebook and Twitter have allowed us to make up for the distance between people we typically interact with in person. To some degree, we are watching each other’s lives through screens and highlight reels—but […]
June 24, 2021
ExposéFar from home
Life in the middle of a pandemic isn’t easy, even more so when you’re in a new environment, abroad and alone. For Ateneans on Junior Term Abroad (JTA), the coronavirus outbreak has placed them in a unique and delicate situation. Plans of gaining new experiences and learning about a new culture were replaced by adapting […]
May 13, 2020
ExposéAteneans speak: Philippine horror stories
As the world celebrates scares and spooks for Halloween, the Philippines also has its fair share of horror stories year-round. We may be familiar with the mananaggal and kapre, but Ateneans themselves claim to know some other eager entities. Whether from firsthand experiences or retellings, these are their tales of ghosts and ghouls that dwell […]
October 28, 2019
ExposéOn the line
Trigger warning: This article contains mentions of suicide, self-harm, and other mental health conditions. A girl haunted by her own thoughts contemplates taking her own life. A boy grappling with self-harm sinks deeper into despair. We may not want to admit it, but we know of these stories. Unfortunately, some of us just choose to […]
October 19, 2019