Sony Music Philippines signs rap phenom Alex Bruce

It is not difficult to figure out how Alex Bruce, 12, managed to rise above the ranks of young hip-hop prodigies who have tried and failed to make an impact in the local music industry. Her range and versatility as a performer easily catapulted her among the promising greats, thanks to the viral success of … Continue reading Sony Music Philippines signs rap phenom Alex Bruce

[FILM EXPERIENCE] Miel Espinoza, Bodjie Pascua starrer ‘Pan De Salawal’ is a Cinemalaya gem

DISCLAIMER: This is not a film review; I don't do such. As the title says, this is a film experience. Films are made to be experienced, not reviewed, in the first place.  Of course, I cannot give you the entirety of my film experience without giving spoilers. While I want to be as detailed and … Continue reading [FILM EXPERIENCE] Miel Espinoza, Bodjie Pascua starrer ‘Pan De Salawal’ is a Cinemalaya gem

Westlife to sing ‘My Love,’ ‘Uptown Girl,’ ‘Mandy’ at ‘The Twenty Tour’ at Araneta Coliseum

Fresh from Taipei, Taiwan, Westlife will be in the Philippines on July 29-30, 2019 for "The Twenty Tour." The reunion tour of the Irish pop vocal group kicked off at the SSE Arena in Belfast, Northern Ireland on May 22, 2019. The last time Westlife went on tour prior to "The Twenty Tour" was in … Continue reading Westlife to sing ‘My Love,’ ‘Uptown Girl,’ ‘Mandy’ at ‘The Twenty Tour’ at Araneta Coliseum

Bubba Jenkins wants Lucas Martin’s pal Henrique Fogaça to cater his ‘Brave 24: London’ afterparty

“MasterChef Brazil" judge Henrique Fogaça, 45, is one of the VIP guests at "Brave 24: London." He is attending the invite-only mixed martial arts event to support former Brave Combat Federation Lightweight World Champion Lucas “Mineiro” Martins, 30, of Brazil. Brave CF will hold “Brave 24: London” at the Copper Box Arena, inside the Queen … Continue reading Bubba Jenkins wants Lucas Martin’s pal Henrique Fogaça to cater his ‘Brave 24: London’ afterparty

2019 EastSeries Pitching Awards: Dmytro Hrypun’s ‘Happy Nation’ from Ukraine, Olga Chajdas, Marta Konarzewska’s ‘The Gift’ from Poland

The third edition of EastSeries took place in Odesa, Ukraine on July 18-19, 2019. The winners of the most recent installment of the drama series pitching competition are "Happy Nation" by Dmytro Hrypun from Ukraine and "The Gift" by Olga Chajdas and Marta Konarzewska from Poland. In partnership with Series Mania, a unique event entirely … Continue reading 2019 EastSeries Pitching Awards: Dmytro Hrypun’s ‘Happy Nation’ from Ukraine, Olga Chajdas, Marta Konarzewska’s ‘The Gift’ from Poland

Latvia vs Italy: Ralfs Vilcans decisions Maurizio Lovaglio at ‘LNK Fight Night 12’ in Jurmala

Undefeated boxer Ralfs "The Train" Vilcans, 25, of Riga, Latvia was one of the winners at “LNK Fight Night 12.” Presented by Vadim Milov and Eugene Sapronenko, the combat sports event featured six boxing bouts, one kickboxing contest and three mixed martial arts matches. World Kickboxing Network president Stephane Cabrera attended “LNK Fight Night 12,” … Continue reading Latvia vs Italy: Ralfs Vilcans decisions Maurizio Lovaglio at ‘LNK Fight Night 12’ in Jurmala

13 most handsome NBA players on Facebook 2019

The 73rd season of the National Basketball Association started on October 16, 2018 and the NBA Finals scheduled May 30, 2019 to June 16, 2019. Here are the most handsome basketball stars who played this season with a verified Facebook page:   #13. Derrick Rose, 30 From 2018 to early 2019, Rose played for the … Continue reading 13 most handsome NBA players on Facebook 2019

Contemporary Wood-Carved Netsuke opens at Ayala Malls Greenbelt 5 in Makati

The Japan Foundation, Manila hosted the Contemporary Wood-Carved Netsuke exhibition at Ayala Malls Greenbelt 5 from July 1-21, 2019, showcasing 65 works by Japanese artists. The event featured talks and workshops by renowned netsuke artists and coincided with Philippine-Japan Friendship Month and the 22nd Japanese Film Festival, EIGASAI.

2019 British Open results: Ireland’s Shane Lowry wins in County Antrim, Northern Ireland

golf championship: The Open Championship (British Open) edition: 148th venue: Royal Portrush Golf Club, County Antrim, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom  dates: July 18-21, 2019 WINNERS RANKGOLFER (COUNTRY)SCORE1Shane Lowry (Ireland)67-67-63-72=2692Tommy Fleetwood (England) 68-67-66-74=2753Tony Finau (USA)68-70-68-71=277T4Brooks Koepka (USA)68-69-67-74=278T4Lee Westwood (England)68-67-70-73=278T6Rickie Fowler (USA) 70-69-66-74=279T6Tyrrell Hatton (England) 68-71-71-69=279T6Robert MacIntyre (Scotland) 68-72-71-68=279T6Danny Willett (England)74-67-65-73=27910Patrick Reed (USA)71-67-71-71=280 https://www.facebook.com/The-Open-Championship/photos/a.447872684783/10155693631039784 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_6wop9ArlvQ

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Eddie Alvarez recalls UFC, Bellator MMA, ONE Championship debuts

When Eddie “The Underground King” Alvarez, 35, of the United States made his debut in Bellator MMA on April 3, 2009, he submitted Greg “The Hitman” Loughran, 36, of Northern Ireland. On November 19, 2011, the American mixed martial artist had his first loss in the promotion, formerly called Bellator Fighting Championships, when he was … Continue reading Eddie Alvarez recalls UFC, Bellator MMA, ONE Championship debuts