Category: Opinion & Commentary

As they say: “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” But we can’t deny that there’s a generally agreed-upon set of qualities that the majority find beautiful–especially here in the Philippines. You only have …

K-pop has truly taken the world by storm, their hashtags trending hard on Twitter at any given time, and the legions of fans ready to support their biases whenever they take the stage. People share …

Love is a challenge. And making that love last is an even greater challenge. When you ask wiser people about the secret of a long-lasting relationship, they usually say that staying in love is a …

The thoughts, views, and opinions in this article are the author’s own and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts, views, and opinions of the When in Manila community as a whole. The tragic death of …

It’s that time of the year again when Filipinos wave the national flags in remembrance and display of patriotism. After all, were it not for the bravery and nationalism of our national heroes, we wouldn’t …

Written by Jenna Wang Graphics by Clarissa Li As the quarantine continues, so much time has come and gone. Within that time period, many of us have chosen to pick up a few hobbies or …

In August 2019, the narrative of Gretchen Diez shook Filipino consciousness. The exchange of thoughts and opinions about her case blew out of proportion. While some rallied behind Diez’s plea, others said the issue was …

Featured image by Jose Diego E. Roxas The thoughts, views, and opinions in this article are the author’s own and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts, views, and opinions of the When in Manila community …

I recently attended a webinar entitled “Lead yourself, team, and company to wellness.” Although the class was held online, it was surprisingly uniquely interactive.  I’d like to share some key takeaways that I’ve learned, which …

Words and illustrations by: Andrea Sangco The way we socialize and expand our circle of friends are constantly changing as internet technologies continue to see shifts and innovations in endless ways to make it more …