Americans Go All In on Viral Chinese Lifestyle Trend

Americans Go All In on Viral Chinese Lifestyle Trend

Lifestyle from Newser     •     February 28, 2026, 12:10 pm

Some Americans aren't just ordering General Tso's—they're reorganizing their lives around Chinese habits, down to their slippers. In the Wall Street Journal , reporter Hannah Miao profiles a wave of…

What’s for lunch? Value-driven mix, 48-minute express menus

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 27, 2026, 11:04 am

This midday pain point is a challenge that premium casual dining restaurants constantly try to solve. Here’s how two brands are doing it

Everyone wants a job in fashion. No one is hiring

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 27, 2026, 11:04 am

The industry wants multi-hyphenates, but it is not expanding fast enough to house them

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Where do you go when you don’t end up where you want to be?

Where do you go when you don’t end up where you want to be?

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 27, 2026, 7:19 pm

In cases of burnout or financial limitations, there are simply unavoidable situations that prevent us from chasing after our dream careers.

Seeing art anew at ALT Art 2026

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 27, 2026, 9:30 am

How this year’s edition of ALT Art invited us to discover art differently

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He Made It So Running Wasn't a 'Suffer-Fest'

He Made It So Running Wasn't a 'Suffer-Fest'

Lifestyle from Newser     •     February 26, 2026, 2:17 pm

Jeff Galloway, a member of the 1972 US Olympic team who for decades inspired elite athletes and countless everyday runners by promoting a run-walk-run strategy, whether in a marathon or just a…

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Kristine De Leon: Producing dreams beyond borders

Kristine De Leon: Producing dreams beyond borders

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 25, 2026, 5:26 pm

Kristine De Leon shares her journey navigating imposter syndrome and motherhood amid championing independent Filipino cinema.

8 limbs, 1 mind: Muay Thai and mental health

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 25, 2026, 12:50 pm

The art of Muay Thai is essentially problem-solving with a level of physical consequence

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So, how do carbs impact sports performance?

So, how do carbs impact sports performance?

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 24, 2026, 2:30 pm

Whether it be bulking up, losing weight, or improving performance, what you eat plays a key role

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The new Mentos Fresh Mint: A handy way to stay fresh

The new Mentos Fresh Mint: A handy way to stay fresh

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 23, 2026, 7:43 pm

Sugar-free Mentos Fresh Mint offers a pocket-sized burst of freshness for ₱38, now available nationwide and free with select GrabFood orders

Batang Bathala nurtures the inner light of every child

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 23, 2026, 1:53 pm

From breath to being, these yoga and meditation classes for children allow young people to express their full rainbow of emotions

The music director who started when the world stopped

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 23, 2026, 12:00 pm

During the pandemic, music director Daniel Aguilar turned creativity into a career when there was no clear path forward.

Oh, Philippines, the spectacle that you are

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 23, 2026, 9:30 am

Sara Duterte's declaration for the 2028 elections seemingly coincides with the lifting of the one-year ban against any impeachment articles against her

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Saudi Tinder Boom Signals a Big Change

Saudi Tinder Boom Signals a Big Change

Lifestyle from Newser     •     February 22, 2026, 1:05 pm

Saudi singles once risked religious-police scrutiny just for flirting—now they're swiping. The Wall Street Journal reports that as Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's social reforms loosen…

US Department Stores Are Losing the Beauty Wars

Lifestyle from Newser     •     February 21, 2026, 7:45 pm

American department stores may have their perfume counters in prime real estate, but the shine has been wearing off for a while, reports Beauty of Fashion , which takes a deep dive into the industry.…

US Is Getting Its First 'Dementia Village'

Lifestyle from Newser     •     February 21, 2026, 5:10 pm

What's being billed as the nation's first "dementia village" is coming to Wisconsin. The $40 million project will be built in Fitchburg, near Madison, and is scheduled to open next year, reports WMTV…

Olympic figure skaters offer wellness tips for weekend athletes

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 21, 2026, 1:38 pm

Beyond training, Olympic figure skaters emphasize holistic care—from managing mental health and stress to building resilience and life skills

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The year Mimiyuuuh deserved it all

The year Mimiyuuuh deserved it all

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 21, 2026, 12:00 pm

As Mimiyuuuh moves to a new chapter in life, she carries with her everyone who believed in her when it felt like life wasn’t going anywhere.

Hotels Cash In as Millennials, Gen Z Embrace 'Sleepcations'

Lifestyle from Newser     •     February 21, 2026, 11:30 am

Forget the packed itinerary: Some travelers are now checking into hotels with plans to do almost nothing but sleep. The Wall Street Journal reports on the rise of the "sleepcation," especially among…

A tale of two (or three) Heathcliffs

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 21, 2026, 8:00 am

From Emerald Fennell’s “moist” moors to the breezy cliffs of Batanes, we compare the two adaptations of Brontë’s classic

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Exploring Naburok’s world up, side, and down

Exploring Naburok’s world up, side, and down

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 20, 2026, 12:00 pm

Naburok, a Manila-based artist, breathes into life through feelings that move her universe up, side, and down.

Why are more under-50s getting colorectal cancer? ‘We don’t know’

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 19, 2026, 7:59 pm

The rate of people under 50 being diagnosed with colorectal cancer has risen by roughly a third since the 1990s

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HSBC Philippines embraces new beginnings this Year of the Fire Horse

HSBC Philippines embraces new beginnings this Year of the Fire Horse

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 19, 2026, 3:16 pm

Despite being in the country for more than a century and a half, HSBC Philippines remains committed to growing and improving its services.

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Nascala Coast: An Amalfi-inspired estate by the sea

Nascala Coast: An Amalfi-inspired estate by the sea

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 18, 2026, 4:24 pm

Perched on a hill overlooking the sweeping shores of Nasugbu is a scenic escape you can also call home

The thoughtful ways we show love in our own language

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 17, 2026, 2:17 pm

Love shows up in the small ways we make someone feel seen, cared for, supported, and loved

An intimate yakitori omakase goes limitless with chicken on a stick

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 17, 2026, 2:17 pm

At Takuto Kato’s Birdjovi in Comuna, chicken—and all its parts—is the cornerstone of the yakitori concept

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Welcome to the Year of the Horse

Welcome to the Year of the Horse

Lifestyle from Newser     •     February 17, 2026, 12:42 pm

Traditional prayers, fireworks, and fairs marked the Lunar New Year on Tuesday, alongside 21st-century humanoid robots. The activities ushered in the Year of the Horse, one of 12 animals in the…

Fauré Le Page introduces Lucky U for the Year of the Horse

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 17, 2026, 10:48 am

As the Year of the Horse unfolds, Fauré Le Page presents pieces designed to keep pace with the months ahead

Bebot and kikay: The two faces of Pinay beauty 

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 17, 2026, 10:30 am

From early-2000s glam to colorful Y2K-inspired makeup, TikTok’s bebot and kikay trends are redefining how Pinay beauty is celebrated online

Your 2026 Chinese Zodiac guide, according to an expert

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 17, 2026, 9:00 am

As Fire Horse Energy gallops in, here’s your forecast to live your best life

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The threads that bind: Raffy T. Napay’s art of tenderness

The threads that bind: Raffy T. Napay’s art of tenderness

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 16, 2026, 12:00 pm

For Filipino fiber artist Raffy T. Napay, every stitch is an act of love—weaving together memory, family, and the quiet beauty of everyday life

This doctor-led program lets you manage and reset the body safely

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 16, 2026, 10:43 am

Belo Medical Group’s doctor-led, personalized weight management program puts medical guidance at the forefront

Lucky fish for the Year of the Horse

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 16, 2026, 10:34 am

To serve turbot is to wish that the coming year will be rich in blessings, opportunities, and wealth

It's the World's Dirtiest Carnival Party

Lifestyle from Newser     •     February 15, 2026, 2:55 pm

Revelers heading to Carnival parties in Brazil typically don colorful, skimpy outfits and splatter glitter everywhere, but near an old colonial town in the south of the country people cover…

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City That Millions Once Fled Gets Its First Bowling Alley

City That Millions Once Fled Gets Its First Bowling Alley

Lifestyle from Newser     •     February 14, 2026, 10:40 pm

In a city long defined by conflict, Somalia's capital of Mogadishu now echoes with the crash of pins at the country's first modern bowling alley. It's the latest sign of revival in the once-thriving…

'You Can't Help but Smile' at These WWII Love Letters

Lifestyle from Newser     •     February 14, 2026, 7:08 pm

Highlights from a trove of more than 200 love letters that tell the story of a couple's courtship and marriage during World War II are now on display digitally through the Nashville Public Library,…

Our Valentine's Flowers Are Reliant on Miami

Lifestyle from Newser     •     February 14, 2026, 3:50 pm

Winged cherubs shooting heart-shaped arrows might get most of the credit on Valentine's Day, but the real magic behind millions of romantic bouquets happens in a cargo warehouse at a South Florida…

Issues with the heart

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 14, 2026, 3:13 pm

The heart of the matter is that I have never liked the heart shape

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Scouting report: Philippine sports in 2026

Scouting report: Philippine sports in 2026

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 14, 2026, 2:19 pm

We asked five sports industry professionals what they think is going to trend in 2026

A $150 Lego Croc? The First Reviews Are In

Lifestyle from Newser     •     February 14, 2026, 1:10 pm

When Bloomberg reported last month that Crocs and Lego planned to combine their products to create a new shoe, people were ... a little confused. Well, the first reviews are in, and the verdict seems…

Love, sewn into wedding gowns

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 14, 2026, 8:00 am

These Filipina brides share the dresses they chose for their special day

Why is love harder when the body is overloaded and depleted

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 13, 2026, 5:09 pm

How caring for your well-being allows love to flow more naturally

Valentine’s Day across Asia: The different ways love is expressed

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 13, 2026, 5:09 pm

Moments and gestures that reveal not only how people choose to express their affection but also the meaning of love in each culture

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Havaianas celebrates the power of love this Valentine’s with “Walking Together Since …”

Havaianas celebrates the power of love this Valentine’s with “Walking Together Since …”

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 13, 2026, 1:00 pm

With “Walking Together Since …,” Havaianas spotlights real, diverse love stories from couples across the globe.

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A beginner triathlete’s cost-effective gear guide

A beginner triathlete’s cost-effective gear guide

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 12, 2026, 2:16 pm

Here is your cost-effective buyer’s guide to help you save on triathlete gear without compromising on quality and comfort

Hanging out with Dolly De Leon and Iza Calzado

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 12, 2026, 11:49 am

Much of the conversation centered on Dolly De Leon and Iza Calzado’s push for film workers’ rights and improved working conditions

Love your heart on Valentine’s Day

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 12, 2026, 11:11 am

This Valentine’s Day, let’s love a little differently by caring for the heart itself—the very reason why we celebrate

Asian fashion brands to wear this Lunar New Year

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 12, 2026, 10:30 am

Celebrate Lunar New Year in style with Asian fashion brands that blend tradition and modern design for a fresh festive look

Art Fair PH 2026: A critique of a fair in flux

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 11, 2026, 4:12 pm

Notes and observations: A critique of Art Fair PH 2026

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The limitless fighting spirit of Mark ‘Mugen’ Striegl

The limitless fighting spirit of Mark ‘Mugen’ Striegl

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 11, 2026, 3:20 pm

From the octagon ring to family life, every round counts for Mark “Mugen” Striegl

Gucci owner Kering sees profit plunge but sales stabilize

Lifestyle.INQ     •     February 11, 2026, 2:05 pm

The group also posted lower debt and announced an exceptional dividend payout

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