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Ratziel San Juan

Ratziel covers all things pop culture for PhilSTAR L!fe. Off work, he binge eats, watches, or plays whatever he wants at the moment.

Photography

Beginner's guide to professional photoshoots and same-day edits

March 31, 2023

Photography

Two Pinay photographers emerge as regional winners in 2023 World Press Photo Contest

March 30, 2023

Trending

LOOK: Andi Eigenmann shows off stretch marks in empowering photoshoot

March 30, 2023

K-pop

'Irene, i-Katinko mo': Red Velvet member goes viral for birthday billboard-turned-product placement for ointment

March 30, 2023

Technology

This unopened first-generation iPhone is worth P1.74 million or even higher

March 30, 2023

TV/Streaming

Jennifer Aniston says a 'whole generation' of kids finds 'Friends' offensive today

March 30, 2023

Trending

Nadine Lustre finally dances 'Paligoy-Ligoy' with trending NewJeans' 'Hype Boy' choreo, thanks to Maricel Soriano

March 30, 2023

Technology

From arrested Trump to puffer-jacketed Pope, how can you spot a fake AI-generated image?

March 29, 2023

K-pop

'The Real Hype Boys': ADOR will hold global audition for NewJeans' 'younger brother' group

March 29, 2023

K-pop

'He's getting healthier': BTS' Jin reaches peak weight during military service

March 28, 2023

K-pop

BLACKPINK's Jisoo releases tracklist of first solo project 'ME'

March 28, 2023

Film

Kathryn Bernardo to star in new film with Dolly de Leon

March 28, 2023

Relationships

Gigi Hadid has no problem with Zayn Malik dating Selena Gomez—report

March 27, 2023

Celebrity

Katy Perry explains how she learned glitching 'doll eye' trick

March 27, 2023

Trending

'Fan talaga ang kapatid ko': Andrea Brillantes' sister defends star's promposal to Ricci Rivero during BLACKPINK concert

March 27, 2023

News

Ironman 70.3 participant dies during race

March 27, 2023

K-pop

From JaneNella to Mimiyuuuh: Pinoy celebrities who attended BLACKPINK's concert at the Philippine Arena

March 26, 2023

Beauty Pageants

Who is Miss Perú Arlette Rujel, Reina Hispanoamericana 2022?

March 26, 2023

Beauty Pageants

Philippines' Ingrid Santamaria concludes her Reina Hispanoamericana 2022 journey in the Top 14

March 26, 2023

Family

Daniel Radcliffe is expecting his first child with longtime girlfriend Erin Darke

March 26, 2023

K-pop

TRENDING: BTS members reunite for Jin's vacation from the military

March 26, 2023

News

60-year-old Korean man charged for scouting teenage girls to give birth to his baby and 'do household work'

March 23, 2023

Science

Man attempts to break world record by living underwater for 100 days

March 23, 2023

Technology

What you can do with Adobe Firefly, a family of new creative generative AI models

March 23, 2023

K-pop

BTS' Jimin reveals struggle to keep his weight within the 50 kg range for solo debut

March 23, 2023

Celebrity

Liza Soberano reveals backing out of 'Darna' multiple times to save LizQuen

March 23, 2023

News

Gabriela Partylist files bill granting women paid menstrual leaves

March 22, 2023

Celebrity

Paolo Contis on cheating: 'Kung may ginawa kang masama, be man enough to admit it’

March 22, 2023

News

MRT-3 apologizes but denies liability over commuter's damaged laptop

March 22, 2023

Dining

LIST: Cafés with relaxing ambience worth visiting in Bulacan

March 22, 2023

Trending

Swiftie couple gets married during Taylor Swift's 'Eras Tour' concert

March 21, 2023

K-drama

'The Glory' actress Lim Ji-yeon admits she wanted everyone to hate Park Yeon-jin as her first villain role

March 20, 2023

Trending

TRENDING: Liam Payne draws mixed reactions on social media with his new look

March 19, 2023

K-drama

'The Glory' star Shin Ye-eun said portraying teenage bully Yeon-jin gave her nightmares, made her lose fans

March 19, 2023

Inspiration

Viral Pinay teen lands partnerships with other brands besides Charles & Keith

March 19, 2023

Music

LIST: All the 44 songs that Taylor Swift performed during the 'Eras Tour' opening night

March 19, 2023

Travel

Hong Kong is most popular destination for Filipino families—survey

March 16, 2023

Travel

Airfare will get cheaper in April says PH airline companies

March 16, 2023

Celebrity

Antoinette Jadaone on Liza Soberano: 'No matter how well-intentioned you are, words will find their own meaning'

March 16, 2023

LGBTQ

Five Films For Freedom to stream free LGBTQIA+ movies until March 26, with in-person screenings from March 21 to 22

March 16, 2023

K-drama

'The Glory' actress Cha Joo-young bares if CGI, body double were used in Hye-jeong's nude scenes

March 16, 2023

Family

Viral kids who photobombed their dad on live BBC News are all grown up

March 15, 2023

K-pop

How Filo BLINKs can best enjoy BLACKPINK while they're in our area

March 15, 2023

BrandedUp

Celebrity

WATCH: Harry Styles helps fan propose to his girlfriend during his 'Love on Tour' show in Manila

March 15, 2023

Celebrity

Ogie Diaz denies rumors that he has stopped receiving commissions from Liza Soberano

March 14, 2023

Explainer

Laws that aim to protect women and girls in the Philippines

March 14, 2023

Media

PH journalism community mourns passing of veteran journalist Luis Teodoro

March 14, 2023

Celebrity

Michelle Yeoh is the first Asian to win Oscar for Best Actress

March 13, 2023

K-pop

Attention, BLINKs: Additional tickets announced for BLACKPINK's two-day concert in Bulacan

March 13, 2023

K-drama

After denying bullying rumors, 'The Glory' director now apologizes for school violence incident in the Philippines

March 12, 2023

Relationships

Bea Alonzo reveals she and Dominic Roque almost broke up

March 12, 2023

K-pop

BTS breaks own Guinness World Record for most-streamed group on Spotify

March 12, 2023

Trending

ABS-CBN executive Laurenti Dyogi on Liza Soberano: 'Let's just wish her well'

March 12, 2023

K-drama

'The Glory’ director accused of bullying when he was studying in the Philippines

March 12, 2023

Inspiration

Full-circle moment: Filipina teen who went from bashed to ambassador of Charles & Keith redefines 'luxury' in her new job

March 9, 2023

K-drama

RECAP: Moon Dong-eun was only getting started with her revenge in 'The Glory' Part 1

March 9, 2023

K-drama

'The Glory' writer shares daughter's creepy question that inspired the hit Korean drama

March 9, 2023

Celebrity

Liza Soberano couldn't audition for MJ role in 'Spider-Man' because of her previous contract—Careless CEO

March 8, 2023

K-pop

Wednesday is the new Friday at this Poblacion bar that hosts K-pop-themed night weekly

March 8, 2023

News

Abby Choi's luxury apartment linked to her murder sold for P514 million—report

March 8, 2023

Celebrity

Ogie Diaz defends his former talent Liza Soberano over controversial statements

March 8, 2023

K-pop

Snatchers target Filipino K-pop fans over misconception of photocard value

March 7, 2023

Travel

Historical landmarks and other tourist attractions you can rent for your wedding day

March 7, 2023

K-pop

5 for 1: NewJeans becomes newest ambassadors of Levi’s, known for its 501 jeans

March 7, 2023

K-pop

Meet the UP student who healed through K-pop choreography and got noticed by Girls' Generation's Hyoyeon

March 7, 2023

Celebrity

Enemies to lovers? 'Knives Out' co-stars Chris Evans and Ana de Armas heat up in 'Ghosted' first official trailer

March 7, 2023

Transportation

How to avail of 'Libreng Sakay' programs during the weeklong strike against jeepney phaseout

March 6, 2023

Celebrity

'Ang dami kong hindi nagawa sa career ko': Liza Soberano explains how love team with Enrique Gil was limiting

March 6, 2023

Education

Successfully defended: UP student shares main points of his thesis on Regine Velasquez as a gay icon

March 6, 2023

Beauty Pageants

Philippines' Ashley Subijano Montenegro concludes Miss Eco International 2023 journey in the Top 21

March 5, 2023

Opinion

Liza 'Hope' Soberano is proof that it could be impossible to pay off 'utang na loob'

March 5, 2023

Trending

VIRAL: Pinoy photographer captures sister's challenging pregnancy over the course of nine months

March 5, 2023

Beauty Pageants

Four more countries cut ties with Miss Universe Organization

March 5, 2023

News

Hong Kong police arrest sixth suspect in brutal murder of model Abby Choi

March 5, 2023

Celebrity

Jennifer Coolidge, everyone's hero, gets superpowered in 'W Magazine' photo shoot

March 2, 2023

Health

Couple accuses California fertility clinic of mistakenly implanting embryo with genetic mutation for rare cancer

March 2, 2023

Celebrity

Liza Soberano breaks silence on Filipinos bashing her for being 'ungrateful' as Hope

March 2, 2023

Trending

New report says 'The Idol' featuring BLACKPINK's Jennie has 'more disturbing sexual content' than 'Euphoria'

March 2, 2023

LGBTQ

Save the date: 2023 Metro Manila Pride March and Festival set for June 24

March 2, 2023

K-pop

Start from Zero: Learn K-pop choreography from world-champion performers at this Quezon City dance studio

March 2, 2023

Music

Sandara Park confirms solo album in the works

March 1, 2023

Celebrity

Charlie Puth to host free livestream event with fan participation on Mar. 25

March 1, 2023

Fashion

Sam Smith draws mixed reactions in latest artistic photo shoot

March 1, 2023

News

Hong Kong police in search for murdered model Abby Choi's other missing remains

March 1, 2023

Money

Elon Musk is again the world's richest person

March 1, 2023

K-pop

McDitto: Bunnies appeal for worldwide McDonald's NewJeans meal as group becomes brand's new face

February 28, 2023

Celebrity

5 bold moves by Liza 'Hope' Soberano since joining Careless

February 28, 2023

LGBTQ

Two high school best friends, gay and straight, grow up to celebrate their 2-year relationship anniversary

February 28, 2023

Reality TV

WATCH: 'AGT: All-Stars 2023' finalists Filipino act Power Duo conclude run without placing in top 5

February 28, 2023

Celebrity

'Okay kami, minsan hindi': Sharon Cuneta explains special mother-daughter dynamic with KC Concepcion

February 27, 2023

Film

SAG Awards 2023 highlights: Michelle Yeoh's F-bomb, celebratory kiss, and more

February 27, 2023

K-pop

BTS' J-Hope to release solo single ahead of military enlistment

February 27, 2023

Books

'The Mango Bride' author on finding success and movie adaptation starring Sharon Cuneta 10 years later

February 26, 2023

Celebrity

Liza Soberano opens up about finding 'Hope' and finally 'earning the right' to be herself

February 26, 2023

Fashion

LOOK: 'RuPaul's Drag Race' contestant Anetra wears Filipino pride on her sleeve

February 26, 2023

Travel

LIST: Places to visit to commemorate EDSA People Power Revolution

February 24, 2023

K-drama

Real-life bullying cases that inspired some scenes in 'The Glory'

February 23, 2023

Food

Jess Jr's Kitchenette in UP Diliman's Area 2 to close before returning in nearby bigger spot

February 23, 2023

Reality TV

Maxie is the first Filipino to join international drag singing competition 'Queen of the Universe'

February 23, 2023

K-drama

'I hope that it was painful': Key moments from 'The Glory' Part 2 official trailer

February 23, 2023

Beauty Pageants

Miss Direction: Anne Jakrajutatip, new owner of Miss Universe, ignites controversies with new rules

February 22, 2023

Family

LIST: LGBTQ+ celebrities who started their own families via surrogacy

February 22, 2023

Education

Pinay in STEM? Pursue your master's degree in the UK with this scholarship program

February 22, 2023

Fashion

Here's what we know about Dolly de Leon's eyecatching couture 'kumot-coat' at the BAFTA 2023 afterparty

February 22, 2023

Music

Ariana Grande and The Weeknd tease 'Die For You' remix

February 22, 2023

Film

LIST: Inventive movies to creatively introduce Filipinos to EDSA People Power Revolution

February 21, 2023

Celebrity

'My wife': Enrique Gil draws attention with sweet terms of endearment for Liza Soberano

February 21, 2023

Entertainment

WATCH: Sexbomb Girls reunite, perform new version of 'The Spaghetti Song' for new endorsement

February 21, 2023

Film

Netflix and iAcademy in search for young Filipino filmmakers with regional roots, indigenous backgrounds

February 21, 2023

Travel

Airbnb opens Palais Garnier—home of 'The Phantom of the Opera'—for one-night stay

February 21, 2023

Celebrity

Big fire sign energy: Jane De Leon insists she's a Scorpio after netizen calculates she's a Sagittarius

February 20, 2023

Pets

LIST: These unique celebrity-owned pets inherited star power from their parents

February 20, 2023

Trending

'Back to the Future' cast reunites nearly 40 years later for a fated selfie

February 20, 2023

Opinion

Today's horoscope: This is your sign not to impose astrology on everyone

February 19, 2023

Celebrity

Kendall Jenner and Bad Bunny are Hollywood's next rumored couple

February 19, 2023

Books

How did past Filipinas make 'landi'? Historian plugs 1928 book companion to today's 'Maria Clara at Ibarra'

February 19, 2023

Movies

LOOK: 'Ten Little Mistresses' go big with the 'Mansion Tour' available until Feb. 19

February 19, 2023

Celebrity

Police storm Billie Eilish's house after receiving prank call from random 'Bad Guy'

February 17, 2023

environment

IN PHOTOS: Animal and plant life, environment at risk in Masungi Georeserve's Lot 10—BuCor's planned headquarters

February 17, 2023

Art

Art Fair Philippines 2023 is a maze where you lose yourself in 'biophilic' layout of artworks

February 17, 2023

Animals

Man dies after dog leash gets caught in train doors in Washington, D.C. area

February 16, 2023

K-pop

NewJeans named public relations ambassadors of Seoul

February 16, 2023

Fashion

Hotness overload: BLACKPINK's Jennie stuns in Calvin Klein's new campaign

February 16, 2023

Animals

Six-year-old giraffe dies after getting caught in New York zoo's gate structure

February 15, 2023

Celebrity

From soft to hard launch, these controversial couples eventually became official

February 15, 2023

Celebrity

LIST: How Filipino celebrity couples showed their love for each other on Valentine's Day

February 15, 2023

Food

Ijo Bakery partners with Tiger Sugar for limited-edition croissants available in Metro Manila

February 14, 2023

Games

LIST: Dating sim video games to help you practice real-life flirting

February 14, 2023

K-pop

TRENDING: The best reactions to 'Miss Samo soobonit,' the unlikely local TWICE meme

February 14, 2023

Music

Taylor Swift is the highest-paid female entertainer in 2022—Forbes

February 14, 2023

TV/Streaming

WATCH: Standout commercials from the 2023 Super Bowl

February 13, 2023

Celebrity

Celebrities who fangirled over Rihanna at the Super Bowl 2023 Halftime Show

February 13, 2023

Celebrity

Megan Fox fuels breakup rumors with Machine Gun Kelly after following Eminem

February 13, 2023

Dating

Low budget, no problem: Here are Valentine's Day date ideas below P1,000

February 12, 2023

Fashion

Yay or nay? Sam Smith makes fashion statement with spade-inspired costume at BRIT Awards

February 12, 2023

Music

Machine Gun Kelly gets electrocuted during 'shocking' Super Bowl party set

February 12, 2023

Entertainment

'I wouldn't be here without you': Harry Styles thanks One Direction during BRIT Awards

February 12, 2023

Dating

Long-distance romance: Valentine's date ideas for LDR couples

February 10, 2023

Movies

Disney reveals 'Toy Story 5,' 'Frozen 3' in the works

February 9, 2023

K-drama

'Welcome to my hell': Netflix releases teaser trailer for 'The Glory' Part 2

February 9, 2023

Music

UP Fair 2023: What you need to know—from performers lineup to ticket details

February 8, 2023

TV/Streaming

Everything we know about upcoming 'Money Heist' spin-off 'Berlin'

February 8, 2023

Trending

'Sad Affleck': Ben Affleck's entire mood at the 2023 Grammys inspires memes

February 8, 2023

Royalty

Prince Harry's first sex partner reveals her identity 'to take control of the situation'

February 7, 2023

Celebrity

How much does Song Hye-kyo earn per episode of 'The Glory'?

February 7, 2023

Celebrity

David Licauco might need operation due to sleep apnea

February 7, 2023

Inspiration

'Pak, bet!': Community pantry organizers sell 'gulay bouquets' to benefit farmers

February 7, 2023

Celebrity

LIST: Celebrity couples who manifested their relationships online

February 6, 2023

Music

Beyoncé wins most Grammy Awards in history

February 6, 2023

Celebrity

Willie Revillame appeals to 'set aside politics' after reported AllTV shows suspension, but others beg to differ

February 6, 2023

News

UP community mourns all-in-one PHILCOA stores: study area, meeting place, party venue

February 2, 2023