"Dapat may bakla." The now-viral remark from veteran actress Eugene Domingo wasn't just a funny one-liner—it became an unexpected celebration of visibility, talent, and the undeniable impact of LGBTQIA+ Filipinos in entertainment. Few groups embody that spirit today more than Femme MNL. What started as a group of queer friends posting dance videos on TikTok has evolved into one of the country's most recognizable dance collectives. This year, the Manila-based all-queer crew is set to represent...

On June 26, 2026, the Filinvest City Events Grounds will transform into the epicenter of Filipino youth culture as Fusion: The Philippine Music Festival returns in partnership with Nescafé. This year, the festival leaps beyond the format of a traditional concert to become a true cultural movement, all anchored on the rallying cry of Nescafé’s campaign: “Gisingin ang Mundo.” Nescafé Fusion is not just about putting on a show, it is awakening the youth to take action, to stand for what they...

Ace Gapuz, Blogapalooza CEO, Trixie Esguerra-Abrenilla, PHILSME, Tina De Guzman, Pinay Girl Boss are all smiles after their fruitful panel discussion with the topic Market Makers: Women Designing Their Own Tables Ace Gapuz, CEO of Blogapalooza joined fellow entrepreneurs Trixie Esguerra-Abrenilla of PHILSME and Tina de Guzman of Pinay Girl Boss as one of the panelists for the discussion “Market Makers: Women Designing Their Own Tables.” During the talk, Ace shared her insights on leadership,...