A record 1,505 young basketball players participated in the inaugural Jr. NBA Regional Selection Camp in Butuan City, Philippines, on February 24-25, 2018. Eleven players were chosen for the National Training Camp in Metro Manila, showcasing the values of Sportsmanship, Teamwork, Attitude, and Respect. Additional camps are scheduled for March and April.
Rich Franklin’s ONE Warrior Series to host inaugural event in Singapore
ONE Championship is launching "Rich Franklin’s ONE Warrior Series" in Singapore on March 31, 2018. This event will spotlight prospects vying for professional contracts exceeding $100,000. Rich Franklin, the show’s host and ONE Championship vice president, aims to discover and highlight Asia's martial arts talent through 30-minute episodes featuring tryouts and competitions.
‘A Wrinkle in Time’ film, soundtrack to be released in the Philippines
Walt Disney Records will release the digital version of the original motion picture soundtrack to Disney’s “A Wrinkle in Time” from Ava DuVernay on March 9, 2018 as the film opens in the Philippines on March 7, 2018. The soundtrack will be exclusively distributed by MCA Music (Universal Music Philippines). The soundtrack was produced by DuVernay … Continue reading ‘A Wrinkle in Time’ film, soundtrack to be released in the Philippines
How Natalie Portman followed up Oprah Winfrey’s speech at Golden Globe Awards 2018
On January 7, 2018. Oprah Winfrey, 63, graced the stage of the 75th Golden Globe Awards where she was honored with Cecil B. DeMille Award. After her powerful speech about the "Me Too" movement, "Annihilation" actress Natalie Portman, 36, and "Solo: A Star Wars Story" director Ron Howard, 63, took the stage to present the Best … Continue reading How Natalie Portman followed up Oprah Winfrey’s speech at Golden Globe Awards 2018
Poland’s Jakub Kowalewicz to challenge Brave CF champ Elias Boudegzdame in Amman, Jordan
Former Konfrontacja Sztuk Walki (KSW) fighter Jakub Kowalewicz, 24, of Warsaw, Poland is one of the leading competitors in the roster of the Bahrain-based mixed martial arts promotion Brave Combat Federation. In his next bout, he will challenge Brave CF Featherweight Champion Elias "Smile" Boudegzdame, 24, of Montpellier, France. Kowalewicz and Boudegzdame will compete at "Brave 10: The … Continue reading Poland’s Jakub Kowalewicz to challenge Brave CF champ Elias Boudegzdame in Amman, Jordan
Algeria’s Tahar Hadbi finishes camp with Muay Thai champs in Paris, France
Brave Combat Federation fighter Tahar Hadbi, 30, of Algeria is scheduled to what is called the showdown to settle the biggest rivalry in the history of mixed martial arts in the Middle East against Mohammad "The Latest" Fakhreddine, 33, of Lebanon. They will battled it out at "Brave 10: Kingdom Rises" on March 2,2018 in … Continue reading Algeria’s Tahar Hadbi finishes camp with Muay Thai champs in Paris, France
ONE Championship introduces ONE Warrior Series; Rich Franklin to travel around Asia
ONE Championship is not only launching a new global super league called ONE Super Series. The Singapore-based promotion is also introducing a whole separate league called ONE Warrior Series. ONE Super Series will be for world champions from all disciplines of martial arts. On the other hand, ONE Warrior Series is for rising stars that … Continue reading ONE Championship introduces ONE Warrior Series; Rich Franklin to travel around Asia
Power Mac Center collaborates with Brillante Mendoza, Shaira Luna to mentor young creatives
Power Mac Center has always been all-out in supporting technology-assisted creative expression. Just recently, the premier Apple partner gathered young creatives, mostly photographers and videographers, in an event called “Lounge” to help them build connections in the industry, get to interact and learn first-hand from professionals like director Brillante Mendoza and Shaira Luna, and discover powerful devices to … Continue reading Power Mac Center collaborates with Brillante Mendoza, Shaira Luna to mentor young creatives
‘UFC on Fox 28’ results: Jeremy Stephens vs Josh Emmett in Orlando, Florida
promotion: Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) title: "UFC on Fox 28" venue: Amway Center, Orlando, Florida, United States date: February 24, 2018 https://www.facebook.com/UFCAsia/photos/a.176273905900095.1073741827.176272595900226/749460035248143/?type=3&theater PRELIMINARY CARD 1. Manny Bermudes vs Albert Morales DIVISION: Bantamweight WINNER: MANNY BERMUDES METHOD: Guillotine Choke Submission TIME AND ROUND: 2:33 of Round 2 REFEREE: Andrew Glenn 2. Alex Perez vs Eric Shelton … Continue reading ‘UFC on Fox 28’ results: Jeremy Stephens vs Josh Emmett in Orlando, Florida
Can ONE Championship fighters join ONE Super Series?
ONE Championship keeps on growing and part of its growth is the launching of a new global super league called ONE Super Series. The new league is an invitation for all the major disciplines of stand-up arts. In a recent conference call, ONE Championship CEO Chatri Sityodtong explained whether or not the existing fighters of … Continue reading Can ONE Championship fighters join ONE Super Series?
