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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
South Africa’s Tamaryn Green is runner-up to Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray of the Philippines
Miss South Africa Tamaryn Green was the first runner-up at Miss Universe 2018, where Catriona Gray from the Philippines won. The event featured finalists sharing personal lessons, with Green emphasizing shared humanity. Miss Venezuela was the second runner-up. Notable participants included past winners and a record-setting transwoman contestant.
What Catriona Gray and Miss Universe 2018 judge Michelle McLean have in common
Catriona Gray, 24, and Michelle McLean, 46, share a connection as Miss Universe contestant and judge, respectively. McLean, Miss Universe 1992, remains Namibia's sole titleholder. Gray, a former Miss World Top 5 finalist and winner of Binibining Pilipinas, represents the Philippines in Miss Universe 2018, competing on December 17 in Bangkok.
Team Lakay honored with champions parade in Baguio City, Philippines
The five reigning world champions in mixed martial arts who are representing Team Lakay were honored with a champions parade on December 2, 2018 in Baguio City, Philippines. They took to the streets of their hometown in a motorcade to celebrate their achievements in 2018. Training under the tutelage of Team Lakay founder Mark Sangiao, … Continue reading Team Lakay honored with champions parade in Baguio City, Philippines
Mister United Continents 2018 results: Nicolas Lopez crowns Eisa Alfake in Mandaue, Philippines
beauty pageant: Mister United Continentsedition: 4thdate: November 25, 2018venue: J. Center Mall Convention Hall, Mandaue City, Cebu, Philippinescandidates: 13host: Marla Pino Alforqueperformer: Victoria Ingramjudges: Ralphiela Lewis, Victor Hao Cuenco, Judah Jyreh Cohen FINALISTS PLACEMENTNAME, AGE, COUNTRY/TEERITORYTop 13Carchon Jordan, 25, FrancePardeep Kharera, 22, IndiaIrpan Prasetyawan, 28, IndonesiaMalek Ramadan S. Abushabah, 21, JordanKingsley Demi, 28, NigeriaTop 8Aashiq Tamrakar, 27, … Continue reading Mister United Continents 2018 results: Nicolas Lopez crowns Eisa Alfake in Mandaue, Philippines
