Purple Romero
Music
The Young Filipinos Using Music and Fandom in the Elections
Some post fan edits of presidential candidates online, while others hold up lightsticks during campaign events.
Purple Romero
4.21.22
Philippines
The Artists Who Keep the 'Queen of Manila’s Streets' Alive
Escolta Street in Manila had seen better, more glamorous days. In the last few years, it's gotten a much-needed facelift, thanks to a group of local artists.
Purple Romero
2.12.18
HIV
Many Filipino Teens Can't Get Tested For HIV
And yet of the 29 Filipinos who contract HIV daily, 19 of them are between 15 and 24 years old.
Purple Romero
9.7.17
Philippines
What's Behind the Philippines' Youth HIV Epidemic?
The Philippines has one of the fastest growing HIV infection rates in Asia, but many young people most at risk can't be tested because of consent laws.
Purple Romero
9.4.17
Philippines
Meet the 13-Year-Old Girl Speaking Out Against Duterte's Brutal War on Drugs
Catholic School kids are leading the charge against the Philippines own "Punisher."
VICE Staff
Purple Romero
7.19.17