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3 ‘Battle of Brisbane’ judges who gave Jeff Horn’s win over Manny Pacquiao

Jeff Horn became the new World Boxing Organization welterweight champion at “Battle of Brisbane” on July 2, 2017 in his homecity Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. He defeated Filipino boxing legend Manny Pacquiao via unanimous decision. The result immediately became controversial. Here are the three judges who gave the scores: 1. Chris Flores Hailing from Phoenix, Arizona, … Continue reading 3 ‘Battle of Brisbane’ judges who gave Jeff Horn’s win over Manny Pacquiao

Australia’s Jeff Horn beats Manny Pacquiao, becomes WBO welterweight champion

Australian boxer Jeff Horn entered the ring in his hometown on July 2, 2017 as an undefeated fighter. After 12 rounds of fight against Manny Pacquiao, the Australian boxer remains undefeated with a professional record of 17 wins, 0 loss and 1 draw and the WBO welterweight champion title. Titled “Battle of Brisbane,” the fight … Continue reading Australia’s Jeff Horn beats Manny Pacquiao, becomes WBO welterweight champion

Brillante Mendoza, Gal Gadot, Chris Hemsworth, Chris Evans invited to Academy Class of 2017

Brillante Mendoza has been rubbing elbows with Hollywood stars recently. The Filipino filmmakers joined the Cannes Film Festival’s 70th anniversary photocall and after a month, he was invited to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Class of 2017. On May 23, 2017, Mendoza was among the 115 prizewinners and jury members of Cannes Film … Continue reading Brillante Mendoza, Gal Gadot, Chris Hemsworth, Chris Evans invited to Academy Class of 2017

San Miguel Davao Aguilas FC rips FC Meralco Sparks’ perfect PFL record in Tagum, Davao del Norte

San Miguel Davao Aguilas Football Club went up against top seed FC Meralco Manila (FCMM) at Davao del Norte Sports Complex in Tagum, Davao del Norte, Philippines on June 22, 2017. For over 90 minutes, the crowd of more than 4,000 spectators in a packed stadium held its breath in what seemed to be a … Continue reading San Miguel Davao Aguilas FC rips FC Meralco Sparks’ perfect PFL record in Tagum, Davao del Norte

Bacolod, Philippines’ Rocky Batolbatol hungry to get 1st ONE Championship win

Filipino MMA fighter Rocky Batolbatol aims to end his three-fight losing streak at ONE Championship against Indonesian Sunoto. After setbacks, he's focused on grappling to prepare for the match. Batolbatol is motivated by his love for the sport and seeks a knockout win to restore his reputation as a bantamweight contender.

2NE1’s Sandara Park is South Korea-Philippines friendship ambassador

Sandara Park, who is professionally known as Dara, has been appointed as the South Korea-Philippines friendship ambassador. The South Korean star was an actress and singer in the Philippines before becoming a member of the K-Pop group 2NE1, which recently disbanded. The appointment of Dara was made official on June 11, 2017 in Seoul, South … Continue reading 2NE1’s Sandara Park is South Korea-Philippines friendship ambassador

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Toto Natividad’s ‘Double Barrel’ stars AJ Muhlach, Jeric Raval, Phoebe Walker

Known as the master director of Filipino action films, Toto Natividad is back with a new action drama film produced by Viva Films. The main cast of the film titled “Double Barrel” is led by AJ Muhlach, Jeric Raval and Phoebe Walker. “Double Barrel” is very different from Muhlach’s previous films namely “Diary ng Panget,” … Continue reading Toto Natividad’s ‘Double Barrel’ stars AJ Muhlach, Jeric Raval, Phoebe Walker

Brillante Mendoza joins Will Smith, Nicole Kidman, Fan Bingbing at 70th Cannes Film Festival

In 2009, Brillante Mendoza became the first Filipino filmmaker to win the Best Director award at Cannes Film Festival. Eight years later, he was the only Filipino invited to the 70th anniversary photo call of the prestigious film festival on May 23, 2017 in France. “I would’ve wanted everyone I work with to join me … Continue reading Brillante Mendoza joins Will Smith, Nicole Kidman, Fan Bingbing at 70th Cannes Film Festival

Baguio fighters dominate Philippines’ 2017 Muay Thai National Open again

Baguio City was the overall champion at the second leg of the Philippines’ 2017 Muay Thai National Open held at Elorde Sports Complex in Parañaque, Metro Manila, Philippines from May 19-21, 2017. The fighters from the city garnered 17 gold, 15 silver and 8 bronze medals. Adding to the success of Cordilleran fighters during the … Continue reading Baguio fighters dominate Philippines’ 2017 Muay Thai National Open again

Bb. Pilipinas 2017 results: Maxine Medina crowns Rachel Peters in Quezon City, Metro Manila

beauty pageant: Binibining Pilipinas (Bb. Pilipinas) edition: 54th international memberships: Miss Universe, Miss International, Miss Supranational, Miss Grand International, Miss Intercontinental, Miss Globe date: April 30, 2017 venue: Smart Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines broadcaster: ABS-CBN hosts: Xian Lim, Pia Wurtzbach, Venus Raj performers: Jay R, Daryl Ong, Jason Dy, Daniel Padilla judges: … Continue reading Bb. Pilipinas 2017 results: Maxine Medina crowns Rachel Peters in Quezon City, Metro Manila