Nikki Natividad
nikki.dsn@gmail.com‘I Can’t Explain, but Here I Feel Good:’ Inside a Queer Club Night in Hanoi
Snug is the one place many feel comfortable being themselves.
Rave Culture Is Fighting For Its Place in This Philippine Mountain City
VICE spoke to the DJs and party organizers making rave culture thrive in Baguio City.
The Beauty of Hot but Short Relationships
It’s time to retire the idea that a relationship has to be long to be important.
Is the Philippines Ready for Harm Reduction?
Local experts and organizations are fighting an uphill battle against societal norms and the law in order to change the country’s paradigms on drug use and policy.
Hyperfixation, Love Bombing: How ADHD Complicates Attraction
Experts say the constant search for novelty and stimulation can have both good and bad effects on people’s relationships.
We Visited a Dog Meat Farm in South Korea and Spoke to Its Owner
The dog meat farm was shut down, as more people in the country look forward to a future where dogs are only friends, not food.
How an Independent Radio Station Is Keeping Manila’s Music Community Alive
Music gets an “anti-algorithmic” spin on Manila Community Radio.
How to Talk to a Friend About Their Drug Habit
Addiction is often a lonely battle, but good friends can help.
What Ever Happened to This Filipino Singer-Turned-Meme Queen?
Querubin Llavore joined a singing competition, but her real prize was memehood.
How One Man Swayed and Soared Into Memehood
If you don’t know who Dante Gulapa is, you definitely know his dance moves.
Is Everyone Around You on Steroids?
A personal trainer, bodybuilder, and doctor explain if the juice is worth the squeeze.
Does Getting Diagnosed With a Mental Disorder Make Your Symptoms Worse?
Mental health professionals explain why you shouldn’t fear diagnosis.