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MUJI Makeup Is Now Easier to Find in the Philippines—Here Are the Products Worth Checking Out
Manila
MUJI’s minimalist approach has expanded well beyond stationery and home essentials.The Japanese retailer introduced its broader makeup collection in the Philippines when MUJI SM A…
Matter by Issy Turns a Makati Beauty Store Into an Experimental Café
Makati City
Filipino beauty brand Issy has taken its retail experience outside the mall with Matter by Issy, a roughly 150-square-meter standalone space at 149 Legazpi Street in Makati.Part b…
France’s Famous Cheeses Are Feeling the Pressure of Extreme Heat and Drought
Manila
Some of France’s best-known protected cheeses are facing growing pressure from extreme heat and drought.Summer 2026 was the hottest recorded in France since measurements began in…
Korean Fragrance House BORNTOSTANDOUT Opens Its First Philippine Boutique
Makati City
Korean niche fragrance house BORNTOSTANDOUT® has officially arrived in the Philippines, opening its first local boutique—and its first standalone store in Southeast Asia—at Glorie…
The Story Behind Team Philippines’ ‘Sinag’ Barong at the Paris Olympics
Manila
When Team Philippines sailed down the Seine during the Paris 2024 Olympic Opening Ceremony, its athletes wore a distinctly Filipino uniform designed for one of the Games’ most his…
Meet Molly, the $15,000 Mechanical Bird at the Center of Kelly Clarkson’s Viral Store Dispute
Manila
A brief shopping trip by Kelly Clarkson has turned a handcrafted wooden bird into one of the internet’s most talked-about collectibles.On October 10, 2026, Clarkson said she visit…
Michael Christian Martinez Is Returning to Competitive Figure Skating at 30
Manila
Filipino Winter Olympian Michael Christian Martinez is stepping back into competitive figure skating after nearly five years away.The two-time Olympian announced on October 19, 20…
This Mini San Miguel-Style Beer Crate Doubles as a Retro Storage Box
Parañaque
If you’re shopping for a dad, tito, lolo, kuya, or anyone who likes retro Filipino beer memorabilia, this compact crate is a fun alternative to another mug or bottle opener.Online…
The Best Type of Makeup Remover for Your Skin—From Dry to Acne-Prone
Manila
Removing makeup before bed is less about following a beauty rule and more about giving your skin a proper cleanse after a day of makeup, sunscreen, oil, and environmental buildup.…
Do You Really Need Active Ingredients in Your Body Wash? Here’s What They Can—and Can’t—Do
Manila
Body washes are increasingly borrowing ingredients once associated mostly with facial skincare, including salicylic acid, vitamin C, and hyaluronic acid. Dove’s new Serum Shower c…
Osaka’s Famous Glico Running Man Is Getting a New Look in 2027
Manila
One of Osaka’s most recognizable photo spots is about to change. Ezaki Glico will retire the current sixth-generation Dotonbori Glico Sign at the end of November 2026, ending its…
Long-Term Couples Don’t Need Big Changes to Keep Intimacy Feeling Fresh
Manila
Keeping intimacy satisfying in a long-term relationship does not necessarily require dramatic changes. Relationship research suggests that novel and self-expanding experiences—thi…
Cottage Cheese Is Trending Again—Here’s What It Actually Offers
Manila
Cottage cheese is back in the spotlight, this time as a high-protein favorite on TikTok, Instagram and celebrity meal plans. People are blending it into eggs, spreading it on toas…
Late-Night Phone Use Is Cutting Into Teen Sleep—Here’s Why It Matters
Manila
For many teenagers, bedtime does not mean the phone is going away. A new study using passively recorded smartphone data found that adolescents spent an average of about 50 minutes…
Clean Beauty Is Changing—Here’s What Actually Matters When Choosing Products
Manila
“Clean beauty” has become shorthand for cosmetics that emphasize ingredient transparency, responsible sourcing, sensitive-skin-friendly formulations, and lower-impact packaging. B…
Dubai Fragrance House Rayhaan Launches a Perfume Inspired by Palawan
Manila
The landscapes of Palawan have inspired everything from travel campaigns to films, and now the Philippine island has lent its name to a fragrance. Dubai-based Rayhaan Perfumes rec…
The Gucci Softbit Is Still One of the House’s Most Relaxed Horsebit Bags
Manila
Introduced for Gucci’s Pre-Fall 2025 collection, the Gucci Softbit offers a softer, slouchier interpretation of the house’s equestrian codes. The bag is defined by its oversized H…
Big Bad Wolf Books Is Bringing Its Massive Book Sale to BGC This November
Taguig
Book lovers may want to leave plenty of room on their shelves this November. Big Bad Wolf Books is returning to Metro Manila from November 5 to 15, 2026, bringing its massive book…
Vaccine Delay Isn’t the Same as Refusal—but It Can Still Leave Children Unprotected
Manila
Not every parent who postpones a childhood vaccine considers themselves “anti-vaccine.” Some want more time to decide, need to consult another parent, worry about temporary side e…
Plantation Bay Turns Halloween Into a Month-Long Cebu Staycation
Cebu City
Halloween does not have to end after one night this year. Plantation Bay Resort and Spa in Mactan, Cebu is running its Haunted Hotel Halloween:A Month-Long Halloween Nightmare fro…
Kehlani Is Bringing Her World Tour to Manila in February 2027
Pasay City
Filipino R&B fans have another major concert to look forward to in 2027. Kehlani is bringing the KEHLANI World Tour to the SM Mall of Asia Arena on February 15, 2027, with Pal…
Karylle and the Cast of ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ Share the Lessons Behind the Musical
Manila
The international tour of “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: The Musical” brought Roald Dahl’s beloved story to Manila at The Theatre at Solaire. The production mixed songs from…
Nearly 1 in 5 Young People Have Used AI Chatbots for Mental Health Advice
Manila
AI chatbots are becoming part of how some teenagers and young adults deal with emotional stress. A national study published in JAMA Pediatrics found that 19.2% of Americans ages 1…
Jollibee Teams Up With Filipino Chef Nouel Catis for a Pistachio Christmas Sundae
Manila
Jollibee is giving its Christmas dessert lineup a Dubai chocolate-inspired twist through a collaboration with Filipino pastry chef Nouel Catis.Available nationwide from October 16…