SEA Games 2019 opening ceremony earns praises, shows Philippines’ power in sports, music, beauty pageants

Hosted by the Philippines, the 2019 Southeast Asian Games was surrounded by controversies days before it officially started. But after its opening ceremony on November 30, 2019, the 30th edition of the biennial regional multi-sport event received much positive feedback. The Philippine Arena in Bocaue, Bulacan, Philippines served as the venue of the SEA Games … Continue reading SEA Games 2019 opening ceremony earns praises, shows Philippines’ power in sports, music, beauty pageants

South Africa’s Nkosi Ndebele to face Ireland’s Ian Cleary at ‘BRAVE CF 31’ in Durban

Nkosi "King" Ndebele of South Africa needed two professional fights to finally get the chance to prove himself at his natural weight class. At "BRAVE CF 31," he will face Ian Cleary of Ireland at bantamweight. Ndebele is looking to prove he is still the future of mixed martial arts in his native South Africa. … Continue reading South Africa’s Nkosi Ndebele to face Ireland’s Ian Cleary at ‘BRAVE CF 31’ in Durban

Lebanon’s Mohammad Fakhreddine wants to fight Chad Hanekom vs Daniel Gaucho winner

Mohammad "The Latest" Fakhreddine, 35, of Lebanon is ready to be back in the title picture. Fresh off a heroic performance at the KHK World Championship, the Lebanese mixed martial artist wants to challenge whoever turns out to be the inaugural middleweight champion of BRAVE Combat Federation. On December 7, 2019, BRAVE CF will hold … Continue reading Lebanon’s Mohammad Fakhreddine wants to fight Chad Hanekom vs Daniel Gaucho winner

SEA Games 2019 results: Figure skating at SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City, Philippines

Event: 30th Southeast Asian Games Sport: Figure skating Dates: November 30, 2019-December 1, 2019 Venue: SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila, Philippines SHORT PROGRAM November 30, 2019 Men Contestant Country Score Julian Zhi Jie Yee Malaysia 63.35 Christopher Caluza Philippines 62.37 Edrian Celestino Philippines 61.52 Micah Kai Lynette Thailand 60.77 Pagiel Yie Ken Singapore 52.06 … Continue reading SEA Games 2019 results: Figure skating at SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City, Philippines

‘BRAVE CF 33’ offers early bird ticket discounts for Saudi Arabia fans

BRAVE Combat Federation makes a thunderous return to Saudi Arabia on December 27, 2019 with yet another explosive fight card that will leave the Kingdom's fans on the edge of their seats. It will be the 33rd event of the Bahrain-based mixed martial arts promotion. BRAVE CF will hold "BRAVE CF 33" at the Prince … Continue reading ‘BRAVE CF 33’ offers early bird ticket discounts for Saudi Arabia fans

Baguio City honors BRAVE CF champ Stephen Loman of Team Lakay

Igorot mixed martial arts star Stephen “The Sniper” Loman, 23, has been applauded in various countries as the reigning BRAVE Combat Federation Bantamweight World Champion. But to be honored in his very own residence, Baguio City, Philippines, must be extra special. With four successful title defenses, Loman is BRAVE CF's longest reigning champion. fourth successful title … Continue reading Baguio City honors BRAVE CF champ Stephen Loman of Team Lakay

Eduard Folayang vs Ev Ting rematch in Manila, Philippines in January 2020?

ONE Championship has yet to announce the fight card of its event at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines on January 31, 2020. But Ev “E.T.” Ting, 29, of Malaysia and New Zealand has expressed his interest in being included. On April 21, 2017, Ting challenged Eduard "Landslide" Folayang, … Continue reading Eduard Folayang vs Ev Ting rematch in Manila, Philippines in January 2020?

Ev Ting, Amir Khan (©ONE Championship)

Did Amir Khan beat Ev Ting in Singapore? Kiwi MMA fighter wants rematch with Eduard Folayang

ONE Championship held “ONE: Edge of Greatness” at the Singapore Indoor Stadium in Kallang, Singapore on November 22, 2019. On the card were four Muay Thai matches and six mixed martial arts bouts. In the co-main event, Ev “E.T.” Ting, 29, of Malaysia and New Zealand fought Amir Khan, 24, of Singapore in an MMA … Continue reading Did Amir Khan beat Ev Ting in Singapore? Kiwi MMA fighter wants rematch with Eduard Folayang

Leoshina Kariha crowns Miss Pacific Islands 2019 Fonoifafo McFarland-Seumanu in Port Moresby

Leoshina Mercy Kariha from Papua New Guinea won Miss Pacific Islands 2018 on November 30, 2018, in Tonga. She later crowned Fonoifafo Nancy McFarland-Seumanu of Samoa as her successor in 2019. The pageant featured 12 contestants, with various awards for talent and personality, recognizing diverse participants from the region.

Filipino rock band Over October releases ‘Press Play’

Over October dropped its surprise debut album "Press Play" on November 29, 2019. This is after months of building up the hype around social media and teasing the fans with two singles "Alive" and "Without Your Love." Formed in October 2014, Over October is a pop/alternative rock band composed of Josh Buizon on lead vocals and … Continue reading Filipino rock band Over October releases ‘Press Play’