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All-female tattoo studios retrace the scars of industry sexism

Amid the cold, rugged environments of traditional tattoo shops, women-led spaces are inking a sanctuary of empowerment and autonomy.

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Choked by censorship, Philippine erotica lusts for the limelight

Philippine erotica pulses with bold narratives where desire, taboo, and cultural identity challenge norms and ignite imagination.

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Keeping tomorrow on tab with buy now, pay later schemes

As prices rise and wages become stagnant, “buy now, pay later” schemes lure with quick credit at a cost, proving that convenience rarely comes free.

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Under satin and lace, Burlesque PH slowly strips away social norms

Under the sparkling stage lights, Burlesque PH strips the standards our society demands people to wear—unveiling protest in every slow reveal.

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Decluttering the beauty industry with Project Pan

Breaking free from the glittering grip of overconsumption, Project Pan integrates commitment and sustainability into beauty routines.

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Rant and Rave: Not all bets pay off in “Fallout Season 2”

Fallout’s first season burst onto screens as an unexpected adaptation of the beloved wasteland saga—a revelry of frenzy and novelty. Nearly two years later, the curtain rises again for its sequel, a tale reframed within the bright lights of The Strip and Lucky 38. The narrative that thrived on gunplay and bloodshed now turns inward,…

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Rant and Rave: Everyone is invited to the cottage with Heated Rivalry

‘Heated Rivalry’ melts animosity into devotion–an undeniable game changer lacing queer passion into the hetero-dominated landscape of mainstream sports and television.

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Writer’s Recap: Autospying the hidden truths of the past in Jun Lana’s ‘About Us But Not About Us’

Jun Lana’s ‘About Us But Not About Us’ explores a tale of guilt and betrayal, leaving the audience to confront the unsettling insights about the human psyche—one secret at a time.

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Junk journaling: The intimacy in scraps and keepsakes

Junk journals spread the spirit of sentimentality, one souvenir at a time.

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Outreach programs and the hope that flickers after Christmas

While honorable, the enduring efforts of holiday outreach volunteers prove that community aid should be more than just seasonal.