Catriona Gray, the most beautiful Choi Kwang-Do black belt

There is a long list of things that make Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray more than just a crowned pageant icon. One of the interesting things about the Filipino-Australian beauty queen is the fact that she is a Choi Kwang Do black belt. Choi Kwang Do is a striking martial art that originated in South … Continue reading Catriona Gray, the most beautiful Choi Kwang-Do black belt

13 Filipinos who should follow Catriona Gray’s footsteps

There is still no official confirmation about Chavit Singson being the new owner of the Philippine franchise of Miss Universe. It was the politician and businessman from Ilocos Sur and his daughter Richelle Singson-Michael who accompanied Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray during the homecoming of the newly crowned queen instead of Binibining Pilipinas Charities Incorporated chairman … Continue reading 13 Filipinos who should follow Catriona Gray’s footsteps

Philippines’ 30 most handsome men alive 2018

The republic of the Philippines became one of the founding members of the United Nations on October 11, 1945. The Southeast Asian country consists of more than 7,600 islands that are geographically categorized under three divisions namely Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. In honor of Philip II of Spain, Spanish explorer Ruy López de Villalobos named the … Continue reading Philippines’ 30 most handsome men alive 2018

Former Ateneo de Manila University student banned from Philippine Taekwondo Association events

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.