Coco Altatis Asia, North Korea

North Korea’s 10 most beautiful women alive 2018

North Korea is a country in East Asia. Officially called the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), the country borders China and Russia to the north and South Korea to the south. After the Japanese surrender at the end of World War II in 1945, the Korean Peninsula was divided into two zones namely North … Continue reading North Korea’s 10 most beautiful women alive 2018

Coco Altatis Asia, Maldives

Maldives’ 10 most handsome men alive 2018

The Republic of Maldives is a country in South Asia. Situated in the Indian Ocean, the country lies southwest of India and Sri Lanka. The Maldives gained its independence from the United Kingdom on July 26, 1965 and was admitted to the United Nations on September 21, 1965. On November 11, 1968, Maldives became a … Continue reading Maldives’ 10 most handsome men alive 2018

Coco Altatis Asia, India

India’s 10 most handsome men alive 2018

The Republic of India is a country in South Asia. The country shares land borders with Bhutan, China and Nepal to the north, Bangladesh and Myanmar to the east and Pakistan to the west. India was admitted to the United Nations on October 30, 1945. As a dominion, the country gained its independence from the … Continue reading India’s 10 most handsome men alive 2018

Coco Altatis Asia, beauty & fashion, Vietnam

Miss Universe Vietnam H’Hen Niê: I really love runway

Before becoming a beauty queen, H'Hen Niê, 26, was a model. Weeks after finishing in the Top 5 of Miss Universe 2018, the Vietnamese philanthropist, model and beauty queen walked the runway in her home country. Niê enjoyed the catwalk while wearing a flowy violet dress created by Vietnamese fashion designer  Đỗ Mạnh Cường. On December … Continue reading Miss Universe Vietnam H’Hen Niê: I really love runway

Kiyoshi Motohiko beauty & fashion, Philippines

Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray plans to take more photographs

Catriona Gray became the fourth Miss Universe from the Philippines in 2019. She shared her New Year's resolution to be more present and cherish memories through photography. Catriona emphasizes self-care amidst her busy schedule as Miss Universe, ensuring proper sleep and nutrition to maintain her well-being. Her pageant journey began in 1999.

Kiyoshi Motohiko Asia, Brazil, North America, Philippines, South America, TV & film, United States

Paulo Coelho: If Quentin Tarantino directed Brillante Mendoza’s ‘Kinatay’

On December 28, 2018, Brazilian novelist Paulo Coelho, 71, took to Twitter to describe "Kinatay" (Butchered) as one of the most disturbing movies he watched in 2018. It was the film that made Brillante Mendoza, 58, the first ever Filipino filmmaker to win the Cannes Film Festival's prestigious award Prix de la Mise en Scene (Best Director). https://twitter.com/paulocoelho/status/1078363035717324800 … Continue reading Paulo Coelho: If Quentin Tarantino directed Brillante Mendoza’s ‘Kinatay’

Kiyoshi Motohiko Business, Japan, sports

ONE Championship, TV Tokyo partnership announced

ONE Championship has partnered with TV Tokyo to broadcast its martial arts content in Japan. This multi-year collaboration will feature weekly programming, showcasing live and recorded events. CEO Chatri Sityodtong emphasized the partnership's aim to elevate martial arts in Japan, reflecting the values of honor and respect while celebrating the country's rich martial arts history.

Coco Altatis Asia, beauty & fashion, MMA, Philippines, sports

Catriona Gray, the most beautiful Choi Kwang-Do black belt

There is a long list of things that make Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray more than just a crowned pageant icon. One of the interesting things about the Filipino-Australian beauty queen is the fact that she is a Choi Kwang Do black belt. Choi Kwang Do is a striking martial art that originated in South … Continue reading Catriona Gray, the most beautiful Choi Kwang-Do black belt

Jillianina Estevez beauty & fashion, Philippines

13 Filipinos who should follow Catriona Gray’s footsteps

There is still no official confirmation about Chavit Singson being the new owner of the Philippine franchise of Miss Universe. It was the politician and businessman from Ilocos Sur and his daughter Richelle Singson-Michael who accompanied Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray during the homecoming of the newly crowned queen instead of Binibining Pilipinas Charities Incorporated chairman … Continue reading 13 Filipinos who should follow Catriona Gray’s footsteps

Coco Altatis Business, Japan, sports

Hideyuki Hata is ONE Championship Japan president

Hideyuki "Andy" Hata joins ONE Championship as President for Japan, tasked with expanding operations and growth in the region. With experience from Nielsen Sports and Sony, he aims to enhance the brand’s presence in Japan's martial arts market. ONE Championship's entry into Japan began in March 2019 with its inaugural event.