Trying, Training, and Having Fun at WFA SwitchPlay Pickleball

There was a time when celebrity beauty brands felt like side projects. A famous name, a glossy campaign, a few products, and a lot of hype. But some brands managed to move past the usual celebrity-label trap. They became part of everyday makeup routines, Sephora carts, TikTok tutorials, and beauty conversations in a way that makes people forget there is a superstar behind them.

Pickleball gets a lot of hate for a sport that is actually doing something good: getting people to move. It has become one of the easiest ways for people to be active without making fitness feel intimidating. You do not need years of experience, expensive training, or a perfect backhand to start. You can pick up a paddle, learn the basics, and enjoy the game almost immediately, and that accessibility is exactly why people keep coming back. One of the biggest changes picklebal

PDRN Is Everywhere in Skincare Right Now — But What Is It, Really?

Fresh Glowtopia brought together skincare, creators, good food, and a surprisingly smooth event experience despite one of Manila’s rainiest days. Beyond the activities and the launch of Dermlab+ by Fresh’s new Lumi Rejucare line, the part that stayed with me most was Rei Germar’s full-circle journey from featuring Fresh products years ago to becoming the brand’s newest ambassador.

Planning a Davao getaway? Here is a personal guide to the city’s best nature attractions, markets, local restaurants, cocktails, and nearby Samal beaches.

From run clubs and pickleball games to Pilates classes and festival-style races, more Filipinos are choosing to socialize through movement—and it is exciting to see fitness become part of our culture.

We signed up for the Acer ColorFest Electric AI Night Run, but somehow it turned into an entire friendship weekend filled with shopping, makeup, light-up accessories, hot pot, endless chika, and a random athletic event in the middle of everything. Here’s what actually happened when my community and I decided to experience the run together.

Long before Facebook, Mommy Lita already knew how to keep up with everyone. She did not need a news feed, a group chat, or a notification. All she needed was a conversation and her favorite questions: What? Where? When? And why? Family, friends, new acquaintances, and even Grab drivers are never strangers for very long when Mommy Lita is around. At 88 years old, Mommy Lita Canovas Forteza has lived through decades of extraordinary change. She was born before social media, vi

Davao City has a new destination for intimate dinners, creative cocktails, and long-overdue conversations with friends. Meet Gatekeep Davao, a speakeasy restaurant and bar designed for a proper grown-up catch-up.

I used to train for six hours a day, but returning to fitness years after retiring from competitive sports felt more intimidating than I expected. After spending so much time comparing my current body to the athlete I used to be, I am learning that starting again does not mean becoming my old self. It means meeting the person I am now and discovering what she is capable of.

Prime Video’s Elle is a colorful, funny Legally Blonde prequel filled with ’90s fashion, romance, nostalgia, and a standout Lexi Minetree.

Prada and Gentle Monster introduce a limited-time eyewear collaboration featuring three sculptural designs, sharp lens shapes, titanium temples, and a campaign starring Prada Ambassador Kentaro Sakaguchi.

Held in celebration of Pride Month, Mizzcast Musical: Musical Theater Backwards brought together some of the country’s most powerful theater voices for a one-night-only musical cabaret filled with warmth, humor, emotion, and unforgettable performances.

Toy Story 5 is not just for kids. For the generation that grew up with Woody, Buzz, Jessie, and the rest of Andy’s toys, the new wave of collaborations feels like a fun mix of nostalgia, collectibles, fashion, and grown-up fan service.

Alex Eala’s victory over Elena Rybakina was more than an upset. After losing to Rybakina before, the Filipina tennis star returned with belief, bravery, and a statement win over one of the sport’s biggest champions.

rom Rafael Nadal’s perfectly placed water bottles to Michael Phelps’ famous pre-race slaps, sports rituals may look strange from the outside—but for athletes, they can feel like part of the performance itself.

Feeling overwhelmed by nonstop bad news and doomscrolling? Here are five simple ways to protect your peace while staying informed.

On June 14, I joined more than 400 women at the AWR Asia Lotus Wellness Retreat & Women's Fitness Asia Switchplay Yoga at Makati Shangri-La Manila.

The deaths of Ateneo basketball players Rene Clert Baterbonia and Divine Adili have left the sports community grieving and asking difficult questions about safety, accountability, and the futures young athletes deserve.