Cosmopolitan Philppines

Entertainment ...and traditions from the 2000s that we should bring back. 🙂‍↕️ Netflix's 18th Rose didn’t just form a new love team between Xyriel Manabatand Kyle Echarri. It also took them back to their younger years, giving them a chance to reflect on what life was like in the 2000s.

Style She's definitely making the Filipino spirit felt on the world stage! The same charisma and strong presence thatAlex Ealabrings to the tennis court were just as striking as she graced the red carpet at the 2026 Laureus World Sports Awards in Madrid—this time, in a modern Filipiniana. The look was designed by her uncle, renowned Filipino designer Rhett Eala. The Filipiniana featured a detachable cropped bolero in the shade of oat, layered over a floor-length, strapless gown.

Health You're not just being dramatic! Every month, women expect the usual cramps, breakouts, or maybe a little bloating when their period is near. But for many of us, what shows up isn't just physical discomfort but a wave of emotions that can feel harder to explain. And let's be clear: you're not just being a drama queen! The reality is, the conversation around menstruation still has a long way to go.

Cosmo on Campus Besties by choice. Groupmates by requirement. They say keep your friends close, but your enemies closer. But what happens when the friend you know and love suddenly feels like your biggest opp in the middle of a group project? Required group projects have a way of bringing out the best and worst in us. Professors tell us that they are training grounds for the "real world." Well ... they’re not entirely wrong.

Entertainment Kris expressed her full support for her son as he celebrated his 19th birthday. Kris Aquino is, as always, keeping fans in the loop when it comes to her life and family—especially moments worth celebrating. The Queen of All Media shared a now-deleted photo of James "Bimby" Aquino Yap Jr. on Instagram, and it looks like we just got a subtle soft launch of her son's special someone.

Relationships Confidence is silent, insecurities are loud. In our single era, it's easy to feel alone and lonely. Ticket lines feel insufferable with couples being mushy right in front of you. Valentine's Day feels like the bane of our existence, and social media doesn't help when it's full of #couplegoals posts. With how often we see these around us, it's hard not to wonder, out of all the people here, why am I single? Then the self-defeating thoughts start to creep in.

Entertainment Billie is all of us. 🥹 During Weekend 2 of Coachella on April 18, Justin Bieber brought back his concert tradition of serenading a fan on stage for his 2009 hit song "One Less Lonely Girl" segment—and somehow, the girl he picked turned out to be none other than Billie Eilish. The same Billie who's been loudly (and proudly!) a Belieber since she was a kid.

When the hot season rolls around, there's always that picture of the ideal summer escapade that comes to mind. Think going on road trips to the beach or lounging by the seaside with a book and a cold drink on hand—the vibes are immaculate. But here's the thing: whether or not the ideal vacation is in your cards, soon enough, you'll always find yourself chasing that summer high. And who says it has to end? Click to Enlarge Rocio Trillo and Gela Macalalad.

Food + Drink Let's go (matcha) bar hopping! šŸµ Here's the thing about being a woman who does it all: More often than not, our brains (and bodies) always feel like they're in a rush. It doesn't help that even when we try to relax, we're constantly bombarded with endless notifications from our many social-media apps (guilty!). The ever-changing, low-key panic-inducing state of the world doesn't help either.

Entertainment And they ended their historic set with the Philippine flag lighting up the desert sky. đŸ‡”đŸ‡ BINI isn't done making the Philippines proud. After becoming the first P-pop group to perform atCoachella, they added another historic moment on the list—showcasing Filipino diversity on a global stage by speaking different regional languages during their set. Each member introduced themselves in their respective mother tongues.