The republic of the Philippines became one of the founding members of the United Nations on October 11, 1945. The Southeast Asian country consists of more than 7,600 islands that are geographically categorized under three divisions namely Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. In honor of Philip II of Spain, Spanish explorer Ruy López de Villalobos named the … Continue reading Philippines’ 30 most handsome men alive 2018
Former Ateneo de Manila University student banned from Philippine Taekwondo Association events
A male taekwondo practitioner was dismissed from Ateneo de Manila University for bullying and banned indefinitely by the Philippine Taekwondo Association (PTA). The PTA allows reinstatement contingent upon supervised counseling and rehabilitation. Failure to comply will result in expulsion. Filipino taekwondo legend Monsour del Rosario criticized the student's actions.
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Taekwondo practitioner asks teen to choose between assault and dignity
Ateneo de Manila University expelled a junior high student for bullying another student in a viral video. The victim's parents have spoken out, emphasizing their son's dignity despite his assault. They expressed a desire for him to be seen as a resilient young man rather than just a victim of bullying.
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Ateneo de Manila University student dismissed for bullying schoolmates
Ateneo de Manila University announced the dismissal of a junior high student for bullying after an investigation. The penalty was confirmed in a Facebook statement by President Jose Ramon T. Villarin on December 23, 2018. Concerns arose as only one incident was addressed, despite multiple allegations, prompting Senator Angara to request further action.
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URCC champ Mark Striegl weighs in on Ateneo de Manila University bullying controversy
Parents often enroll children in martial arts for self-defense, yet a taekwondo practitioner from Ateneo de Manila University became notorious for bullying classmates, sparking outrage online. Champion Mark Striegl criticized the behavior, highlighting that martial arts should promote personal growth, not aggression, and pointing to potential failures by the school and parents.
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Miss Vietnam H’Hen Nie to Filipino fans: Thank you, Mabuhay, Philippines!
Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray is not the only beauty queen Filipinos are supporting nowadays. Miss Universe Vietnam 2018 H’Hen Nie is receiving much love from the Philippines after her Top 5 finish in the international beauty pageant. In a recent interview with the Yan News show "Oh Man!," the host read a message from a … Continue reading Miss Vietnam H’Hen Nie to Filipino fans: Thank you, Mabuhay, Philippines!
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Yodsanklai IWE Fairtex to face Andy Souwer at ‘ONE: A New Era’ in Tokyo
ONE Championship has announced a match between Yodsanklai IWE Fairtex and Andy Souwer at "ONE: A New Era" in Tokyo on March 31, 2019. Yodsanklai aims to build on his recent victory, while Souwer seeks to end a two-fight losing streak. This bout marks the first ONE Championship event in Japan.
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Lebanon’s 18 most handsome men alive 2018
Lebanon is home to Miss Universe 1971 Georgina Rizk and Miss International 2002 Christina Sawaya. The country is located between Syria to the north and east and Israel to the south while Cyprus lies to its west across the Mediterranean Sea. On November 22, 1943, the French Mandate over Lebanon ended and on October 24, … Continue reading Lebanon’s 18 most handsome men alive 2018
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Miss Vietnam H’Hen Nie earns admiration from around the world after Miss Universe 2018 Top 5 finish
After finishing in the Top 5 of Miss Universe 2018, Miss Vietnam H'Hen Nie, 26, is receiving more and more praises from her fans from all over the world. The model with a Business Finance degree was the first representative from her country to make it to the Top 5 of the international beauty pageant. … Continue reading Miss Vietnam H’Hen Nie earns admiration from around the world after Miss Universe 2018 Top 5 finish
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Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray supports medical marijuana
Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray supports medical marijuana use but opposes recreational use, citing moderation. The Philippines, her home country, still prohibits it, with a contentious drug war policy under President Duterte. Meanwhile, countries like South Korea and New Zealand have recently approved medical cannabis, joining others in legalization efforts.
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