ELETOM EXCLUSIVE: 10 PICKS AT HÍMBON, A TRADE FAIR CELEBRATING NEGRENSE LIFE IN MANILA
MANILA, PH — This year’s Negros Trade Fair (NTF) showcased timeless style lives where beauty meets sustainability. Inspired by HÍMBON, the act of ‘coming together’ under one shared purpose, the 39th NTF brings together unique stories that shape the Negrense way of life. As Ms. Mary Ann Colmenares, Co-Chair of the Negros Trade Fair, said: “The […]
Dasha Unfiltered: Country Music’s Rising Star is Bold, Honest, and Unapologetically Herself
Music has always been a big part of Anna Dasha Novotny’s life. Now simply known as Dasha to her fans, the 25-year-old singer is taking genres like country and pop—ones that she loves—and turning them into her own distinctive style. She began showing interest in music and theater at a young age. From age 10, […]
Au Feminin: Art Empowering Women
A Zonta Club Makati & Environs Benefit Exhibit Au Féminin situates itself at the intersection of artistic production and social advocacy, emphasizing how art illuminates and advances collective futures. It was conceptualized as a fundraising initiative by the Zonta Club of Makati & Environs (ZCME), in partnership with Galerie Joaquin, supported by Handelaar Corp’s YWE, […]
saliNlahi: Connecting The Dots with Nena Saguil
From 1946- 1994, Nena Saguil’s journey as an artist was a relentless pursuit of vocation and creating an artistic identity that was wholly hers despite having to navigate the once male-dominated realm of the arts. But that never stopped Saguil, who eventually chose to live in Paris as an expat –setting up specifically on Saint […]
Behind-The-Scenes: NYFW SS 2026
New York Fashion Week wrapped up with an incredible line-up, once again proving that the city is a global fashion powerhouse. The event not only showcased high-end brands such as Ralph Lauren, Christian Siriano, and others, but also highlighted the growing influence of Asian talent, the debut of Indigenous NYFW, as well as the bi-annual […]
Hooked on Golden: The Film & Music That Rewired a Generation’s Playlists Worldwide
When a K-pop–fueled demon hunter popped up on our Netflix queue during a Vegas holiday, I figured it’d be a late-night family watch. Instead my 8‑year‑old daughter, my 10‑year‑old son and I were glued to the telly—and woke up to watch it again. It became our summer go-to and, no surprise, a full-on cultural moment. […]
Mosaic District’s ‘Mother Earth’ Mural by Nico Cathcart Featuring Local Realtor Thy Pham is Nominated for International Street Art Award
MOSAIC DISTRICT, VA –September 4, 2025 – Renowned muralist Nico Cathcart earns international acclaim with her mural Mother Earth being nominated by Street Art Cities for the prestigious “Best in the World” awards for August 2025. The mural features local Falls Church real estate agent Thy Pham as Mother Earth. It was selected by Edens, […]
American Federation of Arts Announces New Season of Touring Exhibitions for Fall 2025 through 2027
Museums in over 11 cities will headline art exhibitions created by the American Federation of Arts, with more cities to come. The American Federation of Arts (AFA), the leader in traveling exhibitions worldwide since its founding in 1909, has announced its new line-up for the fall of 2025 through 2027. Museums in over 11 cities […]
AN EDITOR’S TOP FIVE WELLNESS TIPS TO BE HAPPY, HEALTHY AND THRIVING
Science-Backed Practices That Truly Work As we celebrate Wellness Month for August, prioritizing our health feels more important than ever. With the renewed popularity of saunas, Pilates, and functional medicine, it’s easy to get swept up in trends. But beyond the buzz, which practices are actually backed by science? Here, we highlight the routines and […]
Songs for Selina’s Mica Javier on Amplifying Filipino Global Storytelling
In every generation, there are artists who don’t just perform culture—they shift it. Mica Javier has long been known as a multi-hyphenate—pop star, actor, and creative force. But with Songs for Selina, her latest project, she steps into a new register: one that amplifies Filipino voices and reframes how our narratives are told on screen […]
