FIVB Beach Volleyball World Tour Manila Open kicks off at Sands SM By The Bay in Pasay City, Philippines

A slew of talented international players vying for tournament points are arriving on May 3, 2018 as they brace for the main draw of the FIVB Beach Volleyball World Tour Manila Open set to open later this week at the Sands SM By The Bay in Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines. Paraguay's Michelle Amarilla, who … Continue reading FIVB Beach Volleyball World Tour Manila Open kicks off at Sands SM By The Bay in Pasay City, Philippines

Paul Iskandar crowns Mister International 2017 Lee Seung Hwan in Yangon

Paul Iskandar from Lebanon won Mister International 2016 in Bangkok, Thailand, with 35 candidates participating. He crowned his successor, Lee Seung Hwan from South Korea, on April 30, 2018, in Yangon, Myanmar, where 36 competed. Key awards included Mister Congeniality and Mister Photogenic, showcasing various talents and backgrounds.

Malkat HaYofi 2018 results: Rotem Rabi crowns Nikol Reznikov in Israel

beauty pageant: Malkat HaYofi (Miss Israel)edition: 69thdate: April 30, 2018venue: Israelcandidates: 12 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VMklWrIKDfM . CANDIDATES Chen Jacob, 20, Mevasseret ZionEmma Eitan, 18, GivatayimIra Nikishin, 21, Kiryat BialikLily Leah, 18, SafedMichal Mordov, 20, Tel AvivNatalie Benyaminov, 23, RamlaNicole Reznikov, 18, AfulaOfek Kara, 19, JerusalemShiraz Khalifa, 19, AtlitSima Melissa, 23, Rishon Letzion Taline Abu Hanna, 23, NazarethValentina … Continue reading Malkat HaYofi 2018 results: Rotem Rabi crowns Nikol Reznikov in Israel

36 Mister International 2017 candidates competing in Yangon

Paul Iskandar represented Lebanon and won the title of Mister International 2016 in Bangkok, competing against 34 other contestants. He will crown his successor on April 30, 2018, at the National Theater of Yangon, where 36 men will compete for the 2017 title, founded by Alan Sim.

Jennifer Laude biography: 13 things about Filipino transwoman Joseph Scott Pemberton killed in Olongapo City

Jennifer Laude was a Filipino transwoman. Her life was ended by former United States Marine private first class Joseph Scott Pemberton of New Bedford, Massachusetts, USA. One of Laude's friends was Roann Dollete Labrador. In an interview with Rappler in October 2014, Labrador described Laude as a "selfless" person who was "full of joy" and "did not get … Continue reading Jennifer Laude biography: 13 things about Filipino transwoman Joseph Scott Pemberton killed in Olongapo City

Singapore’s Huang Shi Hao to face China’s Xie Bin at ‘ONE: Unstoppable Dreams’

Singaporean police officer Huang Shi Hao, 25, acknowledges the fleeting nature of a professional MMA career while preparing for his debut at "ONE: Unstoppable Dreams." Aware he must return to law enforcement for stability, he faces China's Xie Bin, aiming to prove his skills and passion for martial arts in the ring.

The Business of Football- Philippines set for May 18, 2018 at New World Makati Hotel

Riding on the heels of the historic Asian Cup 2019 qualification the Philippine Men’s National Team, more popularly known as the Azkals, the Philippines is set as the perfect venue for the upcoming one-day conference titled “The Business of Football - Philippines." The event is sponsored by La Liga, Dentsu, SMG Insight, RSportz and Platinumlist … Continue reading The Business of Football- Philippines set for May 18, 2018 at New World Makati Hotel

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National Artist Napoleon Abueva receives award at DPC-PLDT visual arts competition

The late National Artist for Sculpture Napoleon V. Abueva was honored with a special tribute by Directories Philippines Corporation (DPC) and the Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company (PLDT) during the awarding ceremony of the DPC-PLDT Visual Arts Competition 32 (VAC 32). The event was recently held at the Cultural Center of the Philippines. Abueva helped … Continue reading National Artist Napoleon Abueva receives award at DPC-PLDT visual arts competition

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Indonesia’s Priscilla Hertati Lumban Gaol: Martial arts empowers both men and women

When Indonesian mixed martial artist Priscilla Hertati Lumban Gaol, 29, tells her friends and neighbors about how she makes a living, she gets more than a few quizzical looks. While some are legitimately thrilled about her professional martial arts career, many, including her family, believe that she should quit. “Some friends are excited but some … Continue reading Indonesia’s Priscilla Hertati Lumban Gaol: Martial arts empowers both men and women

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Manny Pacquiao: I’m not done yet

Manny Pacquiao, 39, remains committed to boxing, stating he's not ready to retire ahead of his fight against Lucas Matthysse, the WBA Welterweight Champion, on July 15, 2018. Despite his dual role as a senator and promoter for the event, Pacquiao emphasizes his readiness to compete and aims for a convincing victory.