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HypeComing-of-age is an opinion column where Ateneans share their thoughts on a specific topic that fits Vantage’s beats. From in-depth analyses of TV series to miscellaneous musings in music (and everything in between), this is a space to spread and inspire thought-provoking ideas. In this piece, Vantage Magazine Staffer Lekxie explores the “performative male” phenomenon, […]
January 21, 2026
HypeLet the game start! Have you ever wondered which fictional figure truly embodies your vibe? In the spirit of pride and boundless love, play the lives of your favorite queer video game characters and discover which one best matches your personality in this fun, light-hearted quiz! Achievement unlocked: You finally crossed the final stage of […]
October 18, 2025
FoodIN OUR fourth installment of the JSEC Challenge Roundup, Vantage Magazine ventures into the unique and festive fusion of Western and Asian cuisines—from American and French to Filipino and Mexican. Check out our reviews below to see which ones are Vant-certified and worth the hype! SMOOSH: The SMOOSH (Php 150) SMOOSH brings the bold, smoky […]
April 2, 2025
TV & FilmAS HUMANS, we are psychologically wired with an intrinsic desire to be truly loved and seen in all of our complexities. A fleeting moment comes in our lives where we fantasize about a perfect friend—someone who listens with undivided attention, an ember-like soul tie who provides warmth and security—who can be the complete embodiment of […]
March 8, 2025
TV & FilmTHE OSCARS, with its transformative influence on film, has presented astounding features in this year’s select few. From gritty stories of eccentric entertainers like Anora and Bob Dylan to the contrasting perspectives of a postwar survivor in The Brutalist and a powerful oligarch in The Apprentice, the Academy has once again reinforced its commitment to […]
March 2, 2025
MusicYOU SIT through lectures and push through your academic workload week after week, from morning until night. By Friday evening, all that lingers is the weight of your unfinished tasks, the constant ping of incoming emails, and the exhaustion settling deep into your mind. Need a way to unwind and recharge from the fast-paced university […]
February 21, 2025
TV & FilmARE 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