Angela Lee, 20, of Singapore took to Facebook on June 6, 2016 to respond to the criticisms against her looks, weight, heritage and citizenship. For the reigning ONE Atomweight World Champion, these are the things that make up who she is. “There are people who insult me,” Lee wrote along with her photo taken in … Continue reading Singapore’s Angela Lee responds to criticisms about her looks, weight, heritage, citizenship
Brillante Mendoza joins Will Smith, Nicole Kidman, Fan Bingbing at 70th Cannes Film Festival
In 2009, Brillante Mendoza became the first Filipino filmmaker to win the Best Director award at Cannes Film Festival. Eight years later, he was the only Filipino invited to the 70th anniversary photo call of the prestigious film festival on May 23, 2017 in France. “I would’ve wanted everyone I work with to join me … Continue reading Brillante Mendoza joins Will Smith, Nicole Kidman, Fan Bingbing at 70th Cannes Film Festival
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Baguio fighters dominate Philippines’ 2017 Muay Thai National Open again
Baguio City was the overall champion at the second leg of the Philippines’ 2017 Muay Thai National Open held at Elorde Sports Complex in Parañaque, Metro Manila, Philippines from May 19-21, 2017. The fighters from the city garnered 17 gold, 15 silver and 8 bronze medals. Adding to the success of Cordilleran fighters during the … Continue reading Baguio fighters dominate Philippines’ 2017 Muay Thai National Open again
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Angela Lee, Ben Askren retain titles at ‘ONE: Dynasty of Heroes’ in Singapore
ONE Championship held "ONE: Dynasty of Heroes" at the Singapore Indoor Stadium in Kallang, Singapore on May 26, 2017. In the main event, ONE Women’s Atomweight World Champion Angela Lee of Singapore retained her title with a spectacular submission finish over top contender Istela Nunes of Brazil. In an exciting main event showdown between two … Continue reading Angela Lee, Ben Askren retain titles at ‘ONE: Dynasty of Heroes’ in Singapore
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‘ONE: Dynasty of Heroes’ face-offs: Angela Lee vs Istela Nunes, Ben Askren vs Agilan Thani in Singapore
ONE Championship held the official public face-off for "ONE: Dynasty of Heroes" on May 25, 2017 at Clarke Quay, Singapore. The athletes on the card faced each other for the last time before they step inside the cage at the Singapore Indoor Stadium in Kallang, Singapore on May 26, 2017. Istela Nunes will challenge ONE … Continue reading ‘ONE: Dynasty of Heroes’ face-offs: Angela Lee vs Istela Nunes, Ben Askren vs Agilan Thani in Singapore
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Tomas Martinka crowns Mister Global 2017 Pedro Gicca in Chiang Mai
Tomáš Martinka from the Czech Republic won Mister Global 2016 in Chiang Mai, Thailand, on May 6, 2016, among 30 candidates. On May 20, 2017, he crowned Pedro Gicca from Brazil as his successor, with 28 competitors. The event also awarded special titles such as Mister Congeniality and Mister Photogenic.
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29 Mister Global 2017 candidates competing in Chiang Mai
Tomáš Martinka won the Mister Global 2016 title in Thailand, competing against 29 other candidates. Tawatchai Jaikhan from Thailand was the runner-up, followed by Chema Malavia, Giba Pignatti, and Noel Ng. The next edition will feature 28 contestants, including participants from newly represented countries.
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Karin Alia crowns Malkat HaYofi 2017 Rotem Rabi in Rishon LeZion
Karin Alia from Kiryat Gat won Malkat Hayofi 2016, with Yam Kaspers Anshel as second. In 2017, they crowned Rotem Rabi and Adar Gandelsman as Malkat Hayofi and Na’arat Israel respectively. Both Alia and Anshel later represented Israel in international competitions but did not place. Israel has one Miss Universe and one Miss World title.
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Bb. Pilipinas 2017 results: Maxine Medina crowns Rachel Peters in Quezon City, Metro Manila
beauty pageant: Binibining Pilipinas (Bb. Pilipinas) edition: 54th international memberships: Miss Universe, Miss International, Miss Supranational, Miss Grand International, Miss Intercontinental, Miss Globe date: April 30, 2017 venue: Smart Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines broadcaster: ABS-CBN hosts: Xian Lim, Pia Wurtzbach, Venus Raj performers: Jay R, Daryl Ong, Jason Dy, Daniel Padilla judges: … Continue reading Bb. Pilipinas 2017 results: Maxine Medina crowns Rachel Peters in Quezon City, Metro Manila
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Complete list of Bb. Pilipinas 2017 candidates
The Binibining Pilipinas 2017 coronation night will take place at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines on April 30, 2017. The winners will represent the Philippines in the 2017 editions of Miss Universe, Miss International, Miss Supranational, Miss Grand International, Miss Intercontinental and Miss Globe. A total of 40 women will … Continue reading Complete list of Bb. Pilipinas 2017 candidates
