Glaiza de Castro

Why ‘Contessa’ star Glaiza de Castro enjoys martial arts

Born Glaiza Castro Galura, Glaiza de Castro is one of the top leading ladies on the small screen in the Philippines today. When she is not busy with her schedule as an actress and a singer, she is very likely to be in the gym training with her brother Alchris Galura, who is also an … Continue reading Why ‘Contessa’ star Glaiza de Castro enjoys martial arts

Reuben Pagaduan, Louis Rafael Espinosa, Abelardo Carlos Villacorta II, Emily A. Abrera, Claudia Valenzuela, Rosemarie Dalisay, Christian Casimiro

Top 30 entries of 32nd DPC-PLDT visual arts contest on exhibit at CCP Little Theater Lobby in Pasay, Philippines

Thirty diverse visual interpretations of the theme Pinoy Pride in oil and acrylic are on exhibit from March 13-20, 2018 at the Little Theater Lobby of the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) in Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines. The exhibit pieces are the works of fine arts students aged 18 to 24 from all over … Continue reading Top 30 entries of 32nd DPC-PLDT visual arts contest on exhibit at CCP Little Theater Lobby in Pasay, Philippines

Erik Matti, Anne Curtis, Dondon Monteverde, Brandon Vera (©Reality Entertainment)

After ‘Buy Bust,’ Reality Entertainment looking for Filipino martial arts star

Philippine independent film production company Reality Entertainment is currently looking for a Filipino actor to play the leading role of an upcoming martial arts film. On March 23, 2018, the company took to Facebook to announce the requirements, The actor needed should be male, 20-30 years old, at least 5’5” and experienced in Filipino martial … Continue reading After ‘Buy Bust,’ Reality Entertainment looking for Filipino martial arts star

Jr. NBA Philippines 2018’s 3rd regional selection camp held in Benguet

Jr. NBA Philippines 2018 presented by Alaska goes north for its third Regional Selection Camp of the year. Young cagers ages 10-14 years old from northern provinces and interested participants outside the region are invited to attend the camp on March 17-18, 2018 at Benguet State University in La Trinidad, Benguet, Philippines from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Boys and … Continue reading Jr. NBA Philippines 2018’s 3rd regional selection camp held in Benguet

Liza Diño, Millie Dizon, Brillante Mendoza, Wilson Tieng, Takeo Hisamatsu, Jeremy Segay, Ice Seguerra

Complete list of 2018 Sinag Maynila Film Festival nominees, winners

award ceremony: Sinag Maynila Film Festival Gabi ng Parangal (Awards Night) edition: 4th date: March 11, 2018 venue: Conrad Hotel, Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines hosts: Cerah Hernandez, Andre Co performers: Christian Bautista, The Company (Moy Ortiz, Annie Quintos, Cecile Bautista, Sweet Plantado, OJ Mariano) SHORT FILMS CATEGORY Entries “Cesar & Magda” by Pamela Barriors “The Duwende” by Odin B. Fernandez “Firestarter” by Jill Singson … Continue reading Complete list of 2018 Sinag Maynila Film Festival nominees, winners

Richard Corminal: Garry Tonon is one of the best in submission grappling

The lightweight match at “ONE: Iron Will” features Richard Corminal from the Philippines, seeking his first win in ONE Championship, against Brazilian jiu-jitsu legend Garry Tonon, making his MMA debut. Corminal aims to halt Tonon's anticipated debut while showcasing his grappling prowess. The event will also highlight champion fighters Fernandes and Nguyen.

Jenel Lausa (©Jhaycis Wallace Bengwasan)

Philippines’ Jenel Lausa to fight Australia’s Ashkan Mokhtarian at ‘UFC Fight Night 132’ in Singapore

The Ultimate Fighting Championship will hold “UFC Fight Night 132” in Singapore on June 23, 2018. The full fight card has yet to be announced but among the expected matches is a flyweight bout between Jenel “The Demolition Man” Lausa, 29, of the Philippines and Ashkan “The Assassin” Mokhtarian, 32, of Australia. “UFC Fight Night … Continue reading Philippines’ Jenel Lausa to fight Australia’s Ashkan Mokhtarian at ‘UFC Fight Night 132’ in Singapore

Erwin Armovit, Gosh Dilay, Yael Yuzon, Ted Mark Cruz

Sponge Cola renews recording contract with Universal Records

Sponge Cola has renewed its recording contract with Universal Records Philippines. The contract signing was held on February 28, 2018 at the label's office in Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines. Present during the signing were Universal Records Philippines executive vice president Ramon Chuaying, general manager Kathleen Dy Go, operations manager Peter Chan and original Pinoy … Continue reading Sponge Cola renews recording contract with Universal Records

Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala

Globe blocks over 400 million spam, scam messages successfully

Headquartered in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines, Globe Telecom was founded in Manila, Metro Manila on January 15, 1935. Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala has been the company's director since March 1989. In 2014, Globe Telecom established an anti-spam solution and blocking mechanism, consisting of a new hardware and software solution, that can filter … Continue reading Globe blocks over 400 million spam, scam messages successfully

Danny Kingad (©ONE Championship)

Baguio City’s Danny Kingad earns 4th ONE Championship win in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Danny “The King” Kingad of Baguio City, Philippines earned his sixth win as a professional mixed martial artist at “ONE: Visions of Victory” at the Axiata Arena in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on March 9, 2018. It was his fourth win under the ONE Championship banner. Kingad defeated Sotir “The Trouble” Kichukov of Bulgaria via unanimous … Continue reading Baguio City’s Danny Kingad earns 4th ONE Championship win in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia