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Hopes of Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao 2 remain alive

It has been almost five years since the final bell sounded on the Fight of the Century, in which five-division world champion Floyd Mayweather Jr. of the United States and eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao of the Philippines went the distance with one another. The former won by unanimous decision, and while that result came … Continue reading Hopes of Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao 2 remain alive

The secret to Team Lakay founder Mark Sangiao’s success

For Mark Sangiao, there is no secret to his success but pure hard work, determination and the will to succeed. The Team Lakay founder and head coach recently shared some details about the early days of his mixed martial arts journey. “When I first started Team Lakay, we had just one pair of gloves which … Continue reading The secret to Team Lakay founder Mark Sangiao’s success

Team Lakay’s Mark Sangiao joins ‘The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition’ in Singapore?

Filipino mixed martial arts pioneer Mark Sangiao is willing to join "The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition." For the Team Lakay founder and head coach, it will be an opportunity of a lifetime. “More than a hundred percent, I would say yes if given the chance," Sangiao said of being a contestant of "The Apprentice: ONE … Continue reading Team Lakay’s Mark Sangiao joins ‘The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition’ in Singapore?

Umami Records releases Quan Bay’s ‘Miss Saigon’ from ‘Stay Like This Forever’

Singapore based indie label Umami Records released Quan Bay's new single "Miss Saigon" on March 27, 2020. It is from "Stay Like This Forever," the debut album of the Canadian indie dream pop-R&B duo expected to be released this year. "Miss Saigon" starts off with cheery melodies, accompanied by playful percussion on the dholak, a … Continue reading Umami Records releases Quan Bay’s ‘Miss Saigon’ from ‘Stay Like This Forever’

We Got song ‘Lihim Na Pagtingin’ produced by Raymund Marasigan, released by Sony Music Philippines

Eight-piece reggae collective We Got brings some island-loving vibe in the time of social distancing with its debut single “Lihim Na Pagtingin.” It is produced by Raymund Marasigan and released by Sony Music Philippines. A veteran musician, multi-instrumentalist and overall record producer, Marasigan is part of several other bands and projects including The Eraserheads, Sandwich, … Continue reading We Got song ‘Lihim Na Pagtingin’ produced by Raymund Marasigan, released by Sony Music Philippines

Filipino actor Menggie Cobarrubias dies amid COVID-19 pandemic

Domingo "Menggie" Cobarrubias, a 68-year-old Filipino actor, died of cardiac arrest on March 26, 2020, amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Hospitalized for pneumonia after a fever, he was tested for the virus, but results were pending. Cobarrubias starred in numerous films and TV shows, earning awards for his performances throughout his career.

Rich Franklin: Team Lakay’s Lito Adiwang is a phenomenal athlete

Lito “Thunder Kid” Adiwang, 27, is one of the most explosive action heroes on the ONE Championship roster today. ONE Warrior Series CEO Rich Franklin has nothing but praises for the Igorot mixed martial artist who is training out of Team Lakay in La Trinidad, Benguet, Philippines. “He’s a phenomenal athlete and I just see … Continue reading Rich Franklin: Team Lakay’s Lito Adiwang is a phenomenal athlete

Team Lakay’s Lito Adiwang: Manny Pacquiao motivated me

ONE Championship athlete Lito “Thunder Kid” Adiwang turned 27 on March 24, 2020. In time for his birthday, the Igorot mixed martial artist training out of Team Lakay in La Trinidad, Benguet, Philippines talked about how Manny Pacquiao served as his role model. “Growing up watching the rise of Manny Pacquiao, I was motivated to … Continue reading Team Lakay’s Lito Adiwang: Manny Pacquiao motivated me

13 Team Lakay workout videos to watch during community quarantine amid COVID-19 pandemic

Founded by Filipino mixed martial arts pioneer Mark "The Machine" Sangiao, Team Lakay is a household name in the global MMA community. Based in La Trinidad, Benguet, Philippines, it has produced several world champions and it is revered as one of the premier MMA teams in Asia Pacific. As such, Team Lakay fighters function as … Continue reading 13 Team Lakay workout videos to watch during community quarantine amid COVID-19 pandemic

Bayanihan Musikahan for COVID-19 relief week 2: Nyoy Volante, Gloc-9, Morisette, Juris, Johnoy Danao

Co-organized by National Artist for Music Ryan Cayabyab, Bayanihan Musikahan is an online concert series that aims to raise funds for coronavirus (COVID-19) relief in the Philippines. The first week featured Cayabyab himself, Ebe Dancel, Karylle, Sponge Cola, Top Suzara, Noel Cabangon, Bayang Barrios and Mike Villegas, Jazz Nicholas, Davey Langit and Keiko Necessario, among … Continue reading Bayanihan Musikahan for COVID-19 relief week 2: Nyoy Volante, Gloc-9, Morisette, Juris, Johnoy Danao