‘Infinite Challenge’ features Manny Pacquiao, Ryan Bang

Emmanuel “Manny” Dapidran Pacquiao, 39, and Bang Hyun-sung, 26, who is professionally known as Ryan Bang, were featured in the 551st episode of the South Korean variety show “Infinite Challenge”. The episode aired on MBC on December 30, 2017. Born in Seoul, Bang is a South Korea entertainment based in the Philippines. He has been co-hosting … Continue reading ‘Infinite Challenge’ features Manny Pacquiao, Ryan Bang

Philippines’ 30 most handsome men alive 2017

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 2017

List of 17 Filipino beauty queens who won an international title in 2017

The Philippines has been one of the powerhouses in the field of international beauty pageants. Here is a list of 17 Filipino beauty queens who won in a global stage in 2017: On January 21, 2017, Mary Rose Salubre was crowned Mrs. Classic Galaxy 2017 at the Hotel Montecito in Sofia, Bulgaria. On January 21, 2017, … Continue reading List of 17 Filipino beauty queens who won an international title in 2017

Ica Policarpio’s disappearance, The Game of 72 explained

Days before Christmas, 17-year-old Patricia “Ica” Policarpio went missing in the Philippines, leading to widespread social media shares. She was found three days later, raising speculation about her connection to an online challenge, The Game of 72. Authorities are investigating potential involvement from others, while the family respects Ica's privacy.

Klea Pineda and previous Asian Supermodel Contest candidates from the Philippines

Miss Intercontinental 2013 third runner-up Koreen Medina, 22, was set to represent the Philippines at the Asian Supermodel Contest 2017 but she could not make it to Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands on December 16, 2017. GMA Network’s homegrown talent Klea Pineda, 18, will then be the only representative of the country to the 11th edition of the … Continue reading Klea Pineda and previous Asian Supermodel Contest candidates from the Philippines

Asian MMA superstar Mark Striegl wins his 19th MMA fight

“Battle Extreme Tournament of Superstars IV” marked the 19th professional bout of Asian mixed martial arts superstar Mark “Mugen” Striegl. It was also the fourth fight of the Filipino-American MMA fighter under the Universal Reality Combat Championship. On December 13, 2017, Striegl fought Kim Ki Sung of South Korea in the featherweight division in the … Continue reading Asian MMA superstar Mark Striegl wins his 19th MMA fight

‘URCC: BETS IV’ results: Mark Striegl vs Kim Ki Sung in Lapu-Lapu

promotion: Universal Reality Combat Championship (URCC) title: "Battle Extreme Tournament of Superstars IV" venue: Waterfront Airport Hotel and Casino Mactan, Lapu-Lapu, Philippines date: December 13, 2017 MAIN CARD 1. Arnel "Ronin X" Ylanan (Philippines) vs Adonis "Ahbdon" Sevilleno (Philippines) DIVISION:  Bantamweight WINNER: ADONIS SEVILLENO METHOD: Unanimous Decision TIME AND ROUND: Round 3 REFEREE: Florence Gramonte Eusebio … Continue reading ‘URCC: BETS IV’ results: Mark Striegl vs Kim Ki Sung in Lapu-Lapu

Munther Mahfoodh Al-Mantheri, Sal Panelo, Delfin Lorenzana, Musaed Saleh Al-Thuwaikh, Mohammed Rida El Fassi, Ali Ibrahim Al Malki, Joy Quintana, Lani Cayetano, Gabriele Griordano Caccia, Ahmed Eddeb

Qatar celebrates National Day; FIFA World Cup 2022 requires more Filipino workers

The State of Qatar celebrated its National Day a week in advance on December 11, 2017 at Makati Shangri-La Hotel in Makati City, Metro Manila, Philippines to commemorate its First Ruler, Sheikh Jassim Bin Mohamend Bin Thani, with the theme "Promise of Prosperity and Glory." The reception was attended by foreign dignitaries and government officials including … Continue reading Qatar celebrates National Day; FIFA World Cup 2022 requires more Filipino workers

Rome Trinidad, Rika Ishige (©ONE Championship)

Thailand’s Rika Ishige submits Philippines’ Rome Trinidad in Bangkok

It was a redemptive win for ONE Championship athlete Rika "Tinydoll" Ishige of Thailand. The Thai-Japanese mixed martial artist defeated her Filipino opponent Rome "The Rebel" Trinidad at "ONE: Warriors of the World" at the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand on December 9, 2017. "ONE: Warriors of the World" marked Trinidad's professional MMA debut and ONE Championship … Continue reading Thailand’s Rika Ishige submits Philippines’ Rome Trinidad in Bangkok

Mrs. World Peace 2017 results: Vietnam’s Phuong Le crowned in Pasay, Philippines

beauty pageant: Mrs. World Peaceedition: 1stdate: December 10, 2017venue: Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resorts World Manila, Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippinesjudges: Hang Nguyen, Justin Huy Nguyen, Talliya Aibedullina, Truong Ngoc Tinh, Wai Yan Aungcandidates: 24 FINALISTS PLACEMENTNAME (COUNTRY/REGION)Top 24Neel Pori (Australia)Manjula Dinusha (Colombo, Sri Lanka)Marthita Ehui Castrejon (Mexico)Kavita Kanakke Rajgadkar (Mumbai, India)Vindya Wijesinghe (Negombo, Sri … Continue reading Mrs. World Peace 2017 results: Vietnam’s Phuong Le crowned in Pasay, Philippines