“That’s hot” was first popularized by Paris Hilton to describe anything she considers cool/cute/in fashion. Decades later, Gen Z is reclaiming what “hot” means- and giving the catchphrase a less superficial and more purposeful definition. She Talks Asia talked to several Gen Zs who shared their perspective on what the word “hot” means to them, and their advice to young women seeking to redefine the norms and expectations set by society. Susan Ho, 19 I define the word “hot” as

How do we look out for those looking after the vulnerable? This was the thought behind Talking Trauma: a micro-learning course on trauma for communicators, journalists and humanitarian workers. She Talks Asia speaks with Chely Esguerra, the Head of Regional Communication Center—Bangkok of the International Committee of the Red Cross (@ICRC) and designer Sofia Cope on this important project. STA: What is the story behind the commissioned work for Talking Trauma? Chely: You kno

“Animal welfare should not be an afterthought. There are connections amongst human development, animal protection and our ecosystems to build longer-term resilience,” Barrio Beterinaryo Co-founder Maria Angela Flores shares. PAWS estimates there are around 12 million stray cats and dogs in the Philippines. In many local governments, animals captured by the pound are euthanised after three days if they are not claimed by their owners. Crazy right?This became Maria and her part

This week in #WednesdayVoices, we’re putting the spotlight on Katrina Holigores. She shares with us about her craft, habits, and dealing with the pressure to achieve success: Please give us a background on what you do and what are the different things you're passionate about. I'm a freelance producer for film, TV, online content by profession. I have just registered my company called Lochart Studios, OPC. I have always been passionate about higher learning, critical thinking,