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Balunan breaks into the WBO world rankings
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Unbeaten prospect Christian Balunan is now a world ranked minimumweight of the World Boxing Organization (WBO). The 24-year-old Cebuano boxer from the municipality of Consolacion in northern Cebu continues to impress the local boxing scene after breaking into the latest world rankings despite having only 10 fights in his young professional.....»»
Karan Johar set to host 71st Miss World
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 6 (ANI): The upcoming 71st Miss World pageant is all set to unfold in India after a 28-year hiatus. Filmmaker Karan Johar will host the prestigious event. Miss World's official Instagram handle announced this news on Tuesday and captioned the post, "We are honored to announce that Karan Johar @karanjohar, a renowned Indian filmmaker, will host the 71st Miss World Festival. He has been t.....»»
Amparo falls short vs. Shigeoka in last minute world title bout
CEBU CITY, Philippines — World-rated Boholano Jake “El Bambino” Amparo faltered in his first world title shot in the hands of the defending International Boxing Federation (IBF) world minimumweight champion Ginjiro Shigeoka on Sunday, March 31, in Nagoya, Japan. Shigeoka made easy work against his last minute opponent by scoring a second round knockout. He.....»»
Melvin Jerusalem vows to end PHL’s world title drought in boxing
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Before Filipino boxers lost devastatingly in Japan, there was one who stood out and went on to become a world champion. He’s no other than Melvin “Gringo” Jerusalem, who wrested the World Boxing Organization (WBO) world minimumweight title in the hands of erstwhile champion Masataka Taniguchi. Jerusalem did it in a.....»»
WSF 2024: Another world is possible amidst a broken world
WSF 2024: Another world is possible amidst a broken world.....»»
Gwendolyne Fourniol tuloy ang laban sa Miss World after 2 years delay
FINALLY! Matutuloy na ang paglaban ng ating pambato na si Gwendolyne Fourniol sa Miss World pageant. Magugunitang tumagal ng dalawang taon ang pagrereyna niya bilang Miss World Philippines dahil ilang beses nang nauudlot ang international competition. At ito na nga, bilang tuloy na tuloy na ang 71st edition ng Miss World ay nagtungo na ang Pinay.....»»
World’s rarest, most threatened migratory shore bird seen in PH
In a historic moment for Philippine avian biodiversity, the world’s rarest and most threatened migratory shorebird has been sighted for the very first time in the country. The spoon-billed sandpiper, with a global population estimated at around 490 mature individuals, is a critically endangered species on the Red List of the International Union for Conservation.....»»
National Compliment Day: Spreading positivity, one kind word at a time
In a world often filled with challenges and negativity, National Compliment Day, celebrated on January 24, serves as a refreshing reminder to focus on the positive aspects of life and the people around us. This special day encourages individuals to express appreciation and spread joy through the simple act of giving compliments. READ MORE: World.....»»
Lapu-Lapu City drowning: 5-year-old drowned by own half brother
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — A 5-year-old boy died after he was allegedly drowned by his own half-brother while they were swimming in the seawaters of Sitio Lawis, Brgy. Suba-Basbas in Lapu-Lapu City on Friday, May 10, 2024, at around 9 a.m., police said. Before drowning his stepbrother, the 14-year-old suspect allegedly hit the head of.....»»
Backstreet Boys Nick Carter to perform solo in Manila, Cebu for world tour
'90s pop icon Nick Carter of American boy band Backstreet Boys is bringing his solo “Who I Am” Tour to Asia with concerts scheduled in Manila on Friday, May 24 in New Frontier Theater; and in Cebu on Thursday, May 23, in Waterfront Hotel Ballroom......»»
Should Small Business Owners Concern Themselves with Sporting Events?
Every year, big sporting events in the first quarter of every year like the recently concluded Super Bowl and the upcoming NBA All-Star Weekend, which is always a hit with the Filipino market, captivate audiences around the world. For entrepreneurs, however, the question remains: should you concern yourself with these major sporting events, or are […].....»»
Time to Shine: Make Your Mark for Earth Hour at SM Malls
Small actions can make a big difference. This year, SM Supermalls invites everyone to #GiveAnHourForEarth by joining millions around the world in the annual Global Lights Switch Off on March 23 from 8:30pm to 9:30pm. This 2024, SM marks 16 years of commitment in supporting the annual campaign initiated by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF).....»»
Philippines urged to prioritize health over trade at global tobacco control talks
Delegates from around the world gather in Panama this week for the 10th Conference of the Parties (COP10) to the World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control......»»
FACES OF CEBU: Boy Odilao, founder of Sinulog Festival
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Behind every remarkable creation in our world, there’s always a creator. Just as the book of Genesis attributes the creation of life and Earth to God, architects and engineers are the minds behind structures like the Burj Khalifa in Dubai. The songs we love are crafted by singers –Everything extraordinary has.....»»
Carlos Yulo wins bronze in Baku World Cup
MANILA, Philippines – Carlos Yulo managed to reach the podium in his first high-caliber foreign meet since a world championship stint nearly half a year back. The Filipino gymnastics star punctuated his stint in the Baku, Azerbaijan leg of the 2024 FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Cup Series with a bronze medal in the men’s floor.....»»
Capturing life through lens
Capturing moments and appreciating the world around him, Ulymar Montero is eager to see where the next shutter will take him. Currently a Multimedia Arts student at University of Mindanao (UM), his artistic journey began in sixth grade when his family, who previously owned a photography studio, introduced him to the world of photography......»»
Remove the chaff from the grains
Other than the questioned selling of the buffer stock of rice to traders, what’s happening at the National Food Authority (NFA)? With 132 of around 2,000 NFA officials and employees all around the country suspended for six months without pay, this agency attached to the Department of Agriculture (DA) is struggling to stay relevant in the over-all schemes of the government on food security......»»
More Filipino boxers gunning for world title in 2024
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Passionate Filipino boxing fans were utterly disappointed with Jerwin Ancajas‘ ninth-round knockout loss in the hands of World Boxing Association (WBA) world bantamweight champion Takuma Inoue in Tokyo, Japan, last Saturday. Many of these fans believed that the era of Philippine boxing was over and finding another “Manny Pacquiao” wasn’t that.....»»
Our future stands strong with the trilateral agreement
The upcoming trilateral meeting between the United States, Japan and the Philippines at the White House is perhaps one of the most consequential and significant official trips ever – perhaps even the most important engagement of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. – mainly because it will not only strengthen our relationship with the US and Japan, but will advance economic growth and boost efforts to promote peace and security not only in the Indo-Pacific region but all around the world......»»
English singer Louis Tomlinson naging ‘instant wife’ ang isang superfan
SA hindi inaasahang pangyayari, biglang nagkaroon ng “instant wife” si Louis Tomlinson, ang dating miyembro ng English boy band na “One Direction.” Paano nga ba nangyari ito? Aksidenteng napirmahan ni Louis ang ibinigay na marriage certificate ng isang superfan habang siya ay nagsasagawa ng world tour sa Jakarta noong nakaraang buwan. Burado na ang viral.....»»