In the Philippines, Christmas and New Year celebrations are deeply rooted in family, faith, and food. Two of the most anticipated meals during the holiday season are Noche Buena on Christmas Eve and Media Noche on New Year’s Eve. While both involve festive gatherings and abundant food, they serve different
Netflix’s latest Korean sci‑fi disaster film, The Great Flood, isn’t just about towering waves and city-wide destruction—it’s a story about love, resilience, and the lengths a mother will go to protect her child. For viewers, it’s a reminder that even in the most catastrophic circumstances, family ties remain the strongest
For Filipinos, Christmas is not just a date on the calendar—it’s a season rooted in family, faith, nostalgia, and togetherness. In 2025, Spotify once again became the background music of Simbang Gabi mornings, gift-wrapping nights, long traffic drives, and Noche Buena preparations. Here are the Christmas songs Filipinos played the
The holiday season is a time of joy, celebrations, and, of course, family gatherings. But with the rush of shopping, parties, travel, and work, it’s easy to feel stressed—and even drift apart from loved ones. Keeping family bonds strong during this busy season requires intention, patience, and a little creativity.
The holiday season in the Philippines is synonymous with festive gatherings, endless feasts, and indulgent dishes. From lechon to bibingka, the flavors of Noche Buena are hard to resist. But if you’re looking to enjoy the holidays while keeping things lighter and healthier, plant-based versions of classic Pinoy dishes are
Caring for your mental health doesn’t always require major life changes or expensive routines. Often, it’s the small daily habits that create the biggest impact over time. Here are six simple, science-backed practices you can start today to help strengthen your mood, energy, and overall well-being—naturally. 1. Start Your Morning
A growing conversation is taking shape among young Filipino professionals: a renewed shift toward healthier work boundaries popularly referred to as Quiet Quitting 2.0.Unlike the earlier 2022 trend, which was criticized as doing the “bare minimum,” this new wave focuses on sustainable productivity and mental well-being. A Reset on Work
After years of hyper-digital everything, Gen Z is bringing back something surprisingly old-school: offline meetups. And not just casual hangouts — we’re talking sticker swaps, journaling circles, fandom clubs, study groups, photography walks, anime meetups, and even spontaneous café pop-ups organized through TikTok and Threads. What used to be niche
In Filipino culture, few things connect people as deeply as food shared at the same table. From simple home-cooked meals to sprawling fiesta spreads, eating together is more than just nourishment — it’s a way of reaffirming kinship, belonging, and gratitude. Whether it’s the classic boodle fight among friends, a
