Team Lakay’s Joshua Pacio vs Lito Adiwang for ONE Championship’s strawweight belt?

Joshua "The Passion" Pacio, 24, of the Philippines has been reigning as the champion of ONE Championship strawweight division since September 22, 2018. One of the top contenders in the division is his teammate Lito “Thunder Kid” Adiwang, 27. Pacio and Adiwang are training at Team Lakay in La Trinidad, Benguet, Philippines. They are among … Continue reading Team Lakay’s Joshua Pacio vs Lito Adiwang for ONE Championship’s strawweight belt?

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Rico Blanco’s ‘This Too Shall Pass’ music video now on YouTube

Rico Blanco released the music video for "This Too Shall Pass," reflecting on the pandemic's impact. The video pays tribute to frontliners and conveys messages of resilience. Blanco waived royalties to support COVID-19 relief, with proceeds directed to Puhon. The song serves as an anthem of hope in uncertain times.

Team Lakay’s Mark Sangiao: Jhanlo Sangiao loves the learning process

All eyes are on Jhanlo Sangiao, 17, as he is expected to follow the footsteps of his father Mark "The Machine" Sangiao, 41. A legendary Filipino mixed martial arts pioneer, the latter is the founder of Team Lakay, the world-famous MMA team based in La Trinidad, Benguet, Philippines. Jhanlo has all the right ingredients to … Continue reading Team Lakay’s Mark Sangiao: Jhanlo Sangiao loves the learning process

Scrubb’s ‘2gether’ songs ‘Wish,’ ‘Everything,’ ‘Smile,’ ‘Close’ loved by music fans in the Philippines

Thai musical duo Scrubb, which is composed of Thawatpon "Muey" Wongboonsiri and Torpong “Ball” Chantabubpha, is getting much attention from the Philippines. After the massive hype surrounding "2gether: The Series," its official soundtrack featuring the duo's music continues to dominate streaming platforms such as Spotify with an average of four to six entries a day … Continue reading Scrubb’s ‘2gether’ songs ‘Wish,’ ‘Everything,’ ‘Smile,’ ‘Close’ loved by music fans in the Philippines

Bb. Cebu Charity 2017 Maria Gigante, Javier Filosa Castro arrested after drinking beer, swimming at Moalboal beach

Cebuana beauty queen and model Maria Gigante, 26, and her Spanish boyfriend Javier Filosa Castro, 25, were arrested at around 5:30 p.m. on March 10, 2020 in Moalboal, Cebu, Philippines. The former was crowned Binibining Cebu Charity in 2017. Authorities caught Gigante and Castro drinking beer at a beach in Barangay Basdiot in Moalboal. While … Continue reading Bb. Cebu Charity 2017 Maria Gigante, Javier Filosa Castro arrested after drinking beer, swimming at Moalboal beach

Francis Baraan IV biography: 13 interesting facts about the Filipino human rights activist

Human rights activist Francis Baraan IV, also known as Frank Baraan, was born on December 5, 1982 in Dagupan City, Pangasinan, Philippines. He is the first among the three children of the Philippines’ former Justice Undersecretary Francisco Baraan III and Felicidad Baraan. Frank is an alumnus of the University of Asia and the Pacific and … Continue reading Francis Baraan IV biography: 13 interesting facts about the Filipino human rights activist

Team Lakay’s Eduard Folayang: My mom molded discipline in me

The influence of Igorot mixed martial arts veteran Eduard “Landslide” Folayang, 36, is essential to the success of Team Lakay. Perhaps, the MMA team based in La Trinidad, Benguet, Philippines has his mother to thank for instilling such strong values in her son from the onset. “We need to be reminded of the sacrifices and … Continue reading Team Lakay’s Eduard Folayang: My mom molded discipline in me

Why Team Lakay’s Danny Kingad’s mom never watched his fights

Danny “The King” Kingad, 24, of Baguio City, Philippines endured a wave of adversity on his way up despite his success in the ring as a ONE Championship athlete. Having come through poverty and the tragic loss of his father at a young age, the Igorot mixed martial artist credits his mother as an integral … Continue reading Why Team Lakay’s Danny Kingad’s mom never watched his fights

Team Lakay’s Lito Adiwang: Mother’s Day gives us reason to open up

For Lito “Thunder Kid” Adiwang, 27, vocalizing his appreciation can sometimes be a challenge. Training out of Team Lakay in La Trinidad, Benguet, Philippines, the tough and hard-hitting Igorot mixed martial artist embraces the added impetus that the special days like Mother's Day bring. “Through my actions, I give all my care and love to … Continue reading Team Lakay’s Lito Adiwang: Mother’s Day gives us reason to open up

SBG Bradford’s Furqan Cheema wants Richard Corminal in his next ONE Championship fight

If Furqan “The Lion” Cheema, 29, of Rawalpindi, Pakistan could pick his opponent in his next ONE Championship fight, it would be Richard “Notorious” Corminal, 37, of Manila, Philippines. The Pakistani mixed martial artist is training out of Straight Blast Gym Bradford in Sunbridge Road in Bradford, West Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom. During the quarantine … Continue reading SBG Bradford’s Furqan Cheema wants Richard Corminal in his next ONE Championship fight