Versatile Chino Hansel Philyang, Editor-in-Chief of spluk.ph

Ni Oggie Medina

Multi-awarded journalist Chino Hansel Philyang is the editor-in-chief of spluk.ph (founded by US-based Eduard Banez), a dynamic digital media platform that focuses on entertainment news, celebrity features and pop culture with a strong presence in Hollywood and key Asian countries. It brings fresh, engaging, and thought-provoking content that connects Filipinos worldwide.

“Our platform showcases compelling narratives, trending stories, and in-depth features that inform, entertain, and inspire,” said Chino with alacrity

He further said that: “At spluk.ph, we are committed to delivering high-quality content that sparks conversations, fosters connections, and highlights the voices that matter. Whether it’s entertainment, lifestyle, news, or inspiring human stories, we aim to be the go-to source for Filipinos seeking meaningful and relevant content in today’s fast-paced digital world.”

Chino is also a published author and is recognized as an Outstanding International Book Author and Writer at the 2022 Asian Business Excellence Awards.

In 2026, Chino looks forward to ” journalism that moves beyond surface narratives and meaningfully interrogates the realities shaping Asian communities.”

He hopes to see sustained coverage on education reform, migration and policy impacts, emerging Asian-led enterprises, cultural preservation, and ethical leadership.

“At its best, news should not only inform but also challenge, contextualize, and strengthen the public conscience,” he said with a sweet, wide smile.