In Hollywood, a Religious 'Revolution'

In Hollywood, a Religious 'Revolution'

Lifestyle from Newser     •     December 21, 2025, 2:21 pm

At the movies this fall, Josh O'Connor plays a hot priest with a complicated past, Keanu Reeves is an angel who lost his wings, and Elizabeth Olsen has a romantic dilemma in the afterlife. Hollywood,…

Thousands at Stonehenge Welcome Winter Solstice

Lifestyle from Newser     •     December 21, 2025, 1:25 pm

Thousands of people cheered and danced around Stonehenge as the sun rose over the prehistoric stone circle on Sunday, the winter solstice, per the AP . The crowds, many in costume, had gathered…

One Nation Dominates List of Least-Stressed Cities

Lifestyle from Newser     •     December 21, 2025, 12:32 pm

New Yorkers and residents of Eindhoven in the Netherlands are at opposite ends of the stress spectrum in a new assessment of cities. The money-transfer site Remitly set about ranking the most and…

Santa's Cookies Cost 31% More This Year Than in 2020

Lifestyle from Newser     •     December 20, 2025, 10:45 pm

Santa's sweet tooth is getting pricier. The cost of ingredients for a basic batch of Christmas sugar cookies is up 31% since 2020, outpacing the overall five-year inflation rate of 25%, according to…

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10 wellness shifts that amplified my motivation to live

10 wellness shifts that amplified my motivation to live 

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 19, 2025, 3:54 pm

Finish the year strong by embracing every second of your life with energy and fulfillment

The ‘Sensational Painter’ takes flight

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 19, 2025, 3:54 pm

Jason Montinola’s “Sensational Painter” pays tribute to Philippine fighter pilot

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Okada Manila: A Complete Destination in the Heart of the City

Okada Manila: A Complete Destination in the Heart of the City

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 19, 2025, 2:00 pm

Built on the precision of Japanese design and the warmth of Filipino hospitality, Okada Manila brings together everything you could want in a staycation or urban escape

UK Baker Slams 'Ugly' Mexican Bread, Gets Slammed Back

Lifestyle from Newser     •     December 19, 2025, 1:15 pm

A blunt critique of Mexican bread by a British baker has sparked a cascade of social media outrage, ultimately leading to a public apology. In an interview for a food-themed podcast that resurfaced…

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Maxene Magalona opens up on healing, family reconciliation, and solo living

Maxene Magalona opens up on healing, family reconciliation, and solo living

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 18, 2025, 12:46 pm

Maxene Magalona shares her journey of healing, reconnecting with family, and embracing solo living, with GrabMart making her daily life easier

Will ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ bring people back to the cinema?

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 18, 2025, 11:55 am

From IMAX screens to Dolby Atmos sound systems and La-Z-Boy chairs, will these cinematic add-ons entice people back to cinemas beyond "Avatar: Fire and Ash"?

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The 2026 fashion forecast: From runways to real life

The 2026 fashion forecast: From runways to real life

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 17, 2025, 11:03 am

Fashion in 2026 moves toward style that feels personal, adaptable, and distinctly modern

‘Wake Up Dead Man’ and the series’ most personal entry yet

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 17, 2025, 10:07 am

“Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery,” starring Daniel Craig and Josh O'Connor, is as confounding as it is emotional

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Good migrations: The ethics of safaris

Good migrations: The ethics of safaris

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 16, 2025, 11:15 am

In today’s news of neo-colonizers and capitalists, a luxury safari experience is built by desecrating ancient lands and disrupting ancient migratory patterns

From firing gunshots to calling the shots

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 16, 2025, 10:50 am

No longer content with just performing stunts, action star Richard Gutierrez is preparing to take the reins behind the camera

Why ectoin is the ultimate all-rounder ingredient for your skin

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 16, 2025, 10:32 am

Ectoin isn’t just another skincare ingredient—it hydrates, strengthens, and protects your skin from environmental stress

When we say ‘Protect the Dolls,’ what do we really mean? 

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 16, 2025, 10:07 am

The Simplified Legal Gender Recognition Bill was launched just before the end of Pride month this year—here’s what you need to know about it

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Salmon en croûte: An easy, elegant dish for the holiday table

Salmon en croûte: An easy, elegant dish for the holiday table

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 15, 2025, 9:52 am

Salmon en croûte may look intricate, but its magic lies in the elegant simplicity of rich salmon, fresh herbs, and crisp pastry

Disney’s AI deal and the clanker’s true intentions

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 15, 2025, 9:32 am

Disney recently inked a $1 billion deal with OpenAI, following a string of investments across several media industries

Festive holiday outfit staples for the laid-back dresser

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 15, 2025, 9:24 am

Even laid-back dressers can shine this holiday season with outfits that feel effortless yet thoughtfully put together

Behold, Merriam-Webster's Word of the Year

Lifestyle from Newser     •     December 15, 2025, 7:30 am

Creepy, zany, and demonstrably fake content is often called "slop." The word's proliferation online, in part thanks to the widespread availability of generative artificial intelligence, landed it…

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It's the 'First Major Online Grocer' to Cut Booze

It's the 'First Major Online Grocer' to Cut Booze

Lifestyle from Newser     •     December 13, 2025, 8:40 pm

Online grocer Thrive Market is taking a step other big food sellers haven't: it's cutting alcohol entirely and betting on booze-free substitutes instead. The subscription-based marketplace will…

Two stars, one man at the Helm

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 13, 2025, 1:43 pm

Josh Boutwood, earning his stripes—and his stars

The balming of the lips

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 13, 2025, 1:43 pm

Hundreds of lip balms exist, but over time, I have learned to be choosy—only a few now make it into my permanent beauty rotation

‘DustBia’ on Gen Z dating and why they prefer good ‘ol ligawan

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 13, 2025, 1:43 pm

Bianca de Vera and Dustin Yu talk privacy, social media pressures, and ‘Love You So Bad’

Moments of joy

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 13, 2025, 1:43 pm

“The Lord is near,” and with this assurance, everything changes. Hope is about to be fulfilled in the manger

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Boston's 'Fashion Whisperer' in Trouble Over $400K Scam

Boston's 'Fashion Whisperer' in Trouble Over $400K Scam

Lifestyle from Newser     •     December 12, 2025, 5:56 pm

A Boston stylist who billed himself as the city's "Fashion Whisperer" is now at the center of a six-figure fraud case involving Saks Fifth Avenue. Prosecutors say longtime Saks employee Suhail Kwatra…

How to make this your best Noche Buena ever

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 12, 2025, 3:47 pm

Experience the true spirit of Christmas by prioritizing wellness, embracing simplicity, and valuing your own unique journey

Your 2026 investment guide on handbags that skyrocketed in value

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 12, 2025, 3:46 pm

Thinking of splurging on a bag? Make it a smart investment with these top luxury picks for 2026

‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ and how to let your cast grow up

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 12, 2025, 3:46 pm

At least it won’t be a case of “Stranger Things” or “Wednesday”

The holiday shopping season comes with tons of extra emissions

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 12, 2025, 3:46 pm

Here's how to do it sustainably

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Lacoste returns to the court with its first tennis clinic in Manila

Lacoste returns to the court with its first tennis clinic in Manila

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 12, 2025, 11:02 am

An unforgettable afternoon of sport, style, and heritage rooted in the game that shaped Lacoste’s enduring legacy

‘Tis the season of sweetness

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 12, 2025, 10:50 am

From matcha cakes to cookies and locally made chocolates, these Christmas treats make perfect gifts for anyone who never says no to dessert

Local finds that make thoughtful gifts

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 12, 2025, 10:31 am

Support local this holiday season with classic and trendy gifts that showcase the quality and story of products made by fellow Filipinos

Best bottled bites for the holidays

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 12, 2025, 9:56 am

Whether you’re assembling a gift basket or needing a foolproof present, these bottled bites showcase the best of Filipino craft and flavor

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Theater in a cafe? A discussion on alternative theater spaces

Theater in a cafe? A discussion on alternative theater spaces

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 11, 2025, 12:20 pm

With rental fees rising, many smaller companies are turning to coffee shops, rehearsal studios, and even clubs—to stage their shows

Love grows where Gideon Hermosa goes

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 11, 2025, 12:01 pm

In every work, Gideon Hermosa sought to always evoke awe—magic and the otherworldly—for clients and their guests

The worst they could do is be relatable this Christmas

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 11, 2025, 11:16 am

From nepo babies and politicians’ wives laying low, to the statement that P500 is enough for Noche Buena, here are the lows in news—right before Christmas

Nadine Lustre isn’t ready to be a mother—but you can call her one 

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 11, 2025, 11:00 am

For award-winning actress Nadine Lustre, family isn’t always defined by blood, but by presence and respect

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‘Stranger Things’ and ‘Back To The Future’ reimagine these classic watches

‘Stranger Things’ and ‘Back To The Future’ reimagine these classic watches

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 10, 2025, 8:43 pm

Casio Vintage partnered with “Stranger Things” and “Back To The Future,” giving a retro-future twist to their iconic classics

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Minotti Celebrates a Season of Craft, Connection, and Timeless Design

Minotti Celebrates a Season of Craft, Connection, and Timeless Design

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 9, 2025, 8:35 pm

Minotti unveils its 2025 Collection, blending craftsmanship, innovation, and global design to transform homes into spaces of connection

The foodies have spoken: Meet the Grab FanFaves 2025 regional winners

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 9, 2025, 6:30 pm

Grab FanFaves 2025 lets foodies vote for their favorite restaurants through GrabFood, recognizing those demonstrating leadership

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Queso de bola: The symbol of a Filipino Christmas

Queso de bola: The symbol of a Filipino Christmas

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 8, 2025, 1:25 pm

A symbol of celebration, heritage, and anticipation, queso de bola is a quintessential Christmas must-have for many Filipino families

McLaren’s Lando Norris clinches first F1 title at season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 8, 2025, 1:02 pm

McLaren's Lando Norris held his nerve but could not hold back the tears after clinching his first Formula 1 title at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Clearing the way for clean water

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 8, 2025, 11:17 am

Waves For Water Philippines celebrates 12 years of impact, revisits its Yolanda roots, and unveils a public transparency dashboard for 2026

Katy Perry and Canada’s Justin Trudeau make romance official

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 8, 2025, 9:55 am

It is not a teenage dream, it's Instagram official as pop star Katy Perry posts a photo of herself cuddling with Justin Trudeau

The Cities That Are the 'Darkest Corners of America'

Lifestyle from Newser     •     December 7, 2025, 9:24 pm

Looking to indulge your vices? WalletHub has tracked down the most "sinful" cities in the US, examining 181 of the nation's largest metropolises to find out where "the darkest corners of America"…

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Rethinking how we learn: Inside the science of cognitive training

Rethinking how we learn: Inside the science of cognitive training

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 7, 2025, 10:01 am

An exploration of how science-based cognitive training encourages us to rethink how we learn by strengthening key core skills

Santa's Little Spy Turns 20

Lifestyle from Newser     •     December 6, 2025, 7:45 pm

A few years ago, Kurt Neesley of Redondo Beach, California, was brainstorming where to put his family's Elf on the Shelf for his three kids to find the next morning. He decided to make it look like…

Traveling for a concert? Here’s all you need to know

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 6, 2025, 12:29 pm

If you have the means and desire to do so, crossing countries for a concert is a worthwhile experience to take on

Is hojicha set to replace matcha?

Lifestyle.INQ     •     December 6, 2025, 12:29 pm

Why the roasted green tea is more than just matcha’s sibling

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