Peng Xue Wen, Olivier Coste, Rene Catalan (©ONE Championship)

Philippines’ Rene Catalan TKOs China’s Peng Xue Wen in Jakarta, Indonesia

Rene Catalan of the Philippines was one of the winners at “ONE: Kings of Courage”, a mixed martial arts event held at the Jakarta Convention Center in Jakarta, Indonesia on January 20, 2018. It is the first ONE Championship live event in 2018. In the third bout and first match in the main card, Catalan turned in one … Continue reading Philippines’ Rene Catalan TKOs China’s Peng Xue Wen in Jakarta, Indonesia

CJ de Tomas, Conan Altatis

Ex-UFC fighter CJ de Tomas explains failed USADA drug test

Days before 2017 ended, CJ “Golden Boy” de Tomas, 21, was informed that he was no longer under contract with the Ultimate Fighting Championship. On January 12, 2018, I had the opportunity to talk to the Filipino fighter at Brawlers’ Lab about his one-year suspension from the promotion. USADA, Anti-Doping Policy The United States Anti-Doping … Continue reading Ex-UFC fighter CJ de Tomas explains failed USADA drug test

PLDT SME Nation powers PFA with cashless transactions by PayMaya

PLDT Enterprise has partnered with the Philippine Franchise Association to introduce the PayMaya QR code for cashless transactions, enhancing the digital experience for Filipino consumers. This initiative supports local businesses by allowing seamless payments without hardware requirements, aligning with PFA's mission to foster sustainable franchising and meet growing consumer demands in a digital marketplace.

Tickets for Nelly’s show in Parañaque are more expensive for males

Cornell Iral Haynes Jr., 43, who is professionally known as Nelly, will have a special show at Cove Manila at Okada Manila, Atlantic Avenue, Parañaque, Metro Manila, Philippines on January 12, 2018. Doors will open at 10:30 p.m. It will cost males more than females to go and watch the performance of the rapper from … Continue reading Tickets for Nelly’s show in Parañaque are more expensive for males

Joshua Pacio, Conan Altatis, Edward Kelly, Geje Eustaquio, Honorio Banario

4 Baguio MMA fighters on ‘ONE: Global Superheroes’ fight card

Four mixed martial artists from Baguio City, Philippines are in the fight card of ONE Championship's "ONE: Global Superheroes," which will take place at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay City, Philippines on January 26, 2018. They are Eric "The Natural" Kelly, 35, Edward "The Natural" Kelly, 33, Geje "Gravity" Eustaquio, 28, and Joshua "Passion" … Continue reading 4 Baguio MMA fighters on ‘ONE: Global Superheroes’ fight card

Michael Dasmarinas

Camarines Sur, Philippines’ Michael Dasmarinas gears up for IBO world title fight in Singapore

Michael “Hot & Spicy” Dasmarinas of Camarines Sur, Philippines is going for an International Boxing Organization world championship title on April 20, 2018 at Ringstar Boxing’s "Roar of Singapore IV - The Night of Champions" at the Singapore Indoor Stadium in Kallang, Singapore. Currently ranked 12th best boxer in the world by the World Boxing … Continue reading Camarines Sur, Philippines’ Michael Dasmarinas gears up for IBO world title fight in Singapore

‘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.