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China gets increasingly rambunctious in South China Sea
Hong Kong, April 1 (ANI): Chairman Xi Jinping, as part of his hardening stance against the Philippines, has obviously instructed agencies like the China Coast Guard (CCG), which is directly under his command, to demonstrate greater vigor in the South China Sea. Indeed, Second Thomas Shoal has emerged as a potent flashpoint in the South China Sea, a submerged reef situated 194km west of the Philippine island of Palawan. Th.....»»
China urges ROK to stay prudent on South China Sea issue: Chinese FM
BEIJING, March 28 (Xinhua) -- China urges the Republic of Korea (ROK) to stay prudent when it comes to the South China Sea issue, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Thursday. Lin made the remarks at a regular press briefing when responding to a media query about ROK Foreign Ministry Spokesperson's biased and unfactual comments on the South China Sea issue over the past few days. "China.....»»
Vietnam, Philippines agree to prevent incidents in South China Sea
HANOI, Vietnam: During a state visit to Hanoi by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., this week, Vietnam and the Philippines agreed to prevent untoward incidents in the South China Sea and enhance the cooperation between their coastguards. The two memorandums of understanding (MoU) on security signed by the two Southeast Asian countries, which have competing claims over parts of the South China Sea, cover "incident p.....»»
Vietnam, Philippines agree to enhance South China Sea security
HANOI, Vietnam: During a state visit to Hanoi by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., this week, Vietnam and the Philippines agreed to prevent untoward incidents in the South China Sea and enhance the cooperation between their coastguards. The two memorandums of understanding (MoU) on security signed by the two Southeast Asian countries, which have competing claims over parts of the South China Sea, cover "incident p.....»»
Philippines to improve 9 of its islands in South China Sea
MANILA, The Philippines: The Philippines is set to enhance the habitability of islands it considers part of its territory in the South China Sea, according to Romeo Brawner, Manila's military chief. These plans are unfolding amid escalating tensions between the Philippines and China, as both nations claim South China Sea territory and have accused each other of provocative actions in the region. Apart fr.....»»
Philippines to enhance habitability of its islands in South China Sea
MANILA, The Philippines: The Philippines is set to enhance the habitability of islands it considers part of its territory in the South China Sea, according to Romeo Brawner, Manila's military chief. These plans are unfolding amid escalating tensions between the Philippines and China, as both nations claim South China Sea territory and have accused each other of provocative actions in the region. Apart fr.....»»
Envoy discusses importance of West Philippine Sea, 2016 arbitral ruling
The Philippine embassy in Ankara hosted a special screening of the West Philippine Sea documentary “Kalayaan: Karapatan sa Karagatan,” aimed to educate viewers on the Philippines’ maritime claims in the West Philippine Sea and its ongoing efforts to resolve the contentious issue......»»
Apo Whang-od naka-score uli, ‘likas na yaman’ ni Anjo Pertierra dinaklot
NAKA-SCORE na naman ang legendary mambabatok na si Apo Whang-od matapos mahipo ang “likas na yaman” ng TV host-athlete na si Anjo Pertierra. Ang “Unang Hirit” host at weather presenter ng GMA 7 ang latest addition sa mga lalaking “nadaklot” ni Apo Whang-od matapos magpa-tattoo sa kanya. Mismong si Anjo ang nagbandera ng kanyang mga.....»»
When the Ball Doesn’t Bounce Our Way
How do you cope with trials and disappointments? When competing at a high level as an athlete there is great pressure on you to win. Too often we allow our identity to be founded on our performance and we can be tempted to think when we walk closely with God we will always perform at […].....»»
House and lot bonanza for Paris Games medalists
Just like Tokyo Olympics golden girl Hidilyn Diaz-Naranjo, the Filipino athlete bringing home the bacon in the coming Paris Olympiad stands to gain a house and lot bonanza......»»
Hidilyn in final push for Paris
Hidilyn Diaz has a chance to become only the second athlete from the Philippines to participate in five Olympics but it will take a major lift to clinch a ticket to Paris in the final qualifying event at the World Cup in Phuket on March 31-April 11......»»
Franklin ‘Ferdie’ Yee, Cebu’s newest multisports hotshot
CEBU CITY, Philippines—Rising multisports athlete Franklin Ferdie Yee has been giving everyone a run for their money in recent races. This 21-year-old lad recently etched his name as one of the best up-and-comers in the world of multisports, particularly in duathlon and triathlon. This after he ruled two consecutive races within a month. First, Yee.....»»
On its 10th year, Virtual Playground rebrands to VP Global
Virtual Playground recently rebranded to VP Global Athlete and Artist Management as part of its 10th-anniversary celebration. Formed by veteran movie producer Dondon Monteverde and sports agent/businessman Charlie Dy, VP Global has been overseeing the careers of “champions and idols” in the fields of sports and showbiz......»»
Manila Int’l Marathon magbabalik sa Pebrero 24
NAGBABALIK ang pinakamalaki at prestihiyosong marathon event – ang Manila International Marathon – sa bansa tampok ang pinakamatitikas na local at foreign runners sa Pebrero 24 sa Luneta Grandstand. Sa pagorganisa ng dating National athlete at founding president na si Dino Jose, asahan ang mahigpitan at kompetitibong kompetisyon na mahabang panahon na ring nanahimik at ….....»»
“This little weirdo made it!”: Art and Design with Amanda LuYm at Qube Gallery
Purpose is not easy to find, but at the age of nine, Amanda LuYm already declared hers to her family. A proud Cebuana, LuYm was among the four Cebu-based artists whose works were featured in Qube Gallery’s ‘Familiar Echoes’ show on February 8. “I told my dad I’m going to be a designer, and then.....»»
Filipinas’ U-17 squad bows to England in MIMA Cup
CEBU CITY, Philippines —The Philippine Women’s National Football Team’s U-17 squad opened their MIMA Cup 2024 campaign with a 0-2 defeat against England on Monday evening at the Pinatar Arena in Murcia, Spain. The PWNFT’s U-17 squad, where one Cebuana, Jelena Loren Soon, suited up, fell short despite their defensive efforts throughout the match. They.....»»
Cebu’s Elreen Ando bags two silver medals in Olympic qualifiers
CEBU CITY, Philippines—Cebuana Olympian Elreen Ando claimed two silver medals in the women’s 59-kilogram division of the ongoing 2024 Asian Weightlifting Federation (AWF) Asian Championships-Olympic Qualifiers on Monday, February 5, in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Ando, who was accompanied by her coach Ramon Solis and was with four other Filipina weightlifters, lifted a total of 213 kilograms......»»
CVIRAA delegates treated to “Sinulog-themed” opening ceremony
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The 20 schools divisions and visiting delegates of the Central Visayas Regional Athletic Association (CVIRAA) received a warm Cebu welcome in its opening ceremony on Saturday, May 4, at the Festival Grounds of the South Road Properties (SRP). Over 12, 000 delegates comprised of student-athletes, coaches, and Department of Education (DepEd).....»»
Japan s Taiga roars with opening 64 to trail by one at The CJ Cup Byron Nelson
Named after Tiger Woods, Japan’s rising star Taiga Semikawa is once again showing his stripes following an opening 7-under 64 in The CJ Cup Byron Nelson on Thursday to trail leader Matt Wallace of England by one stroke......»»
Alex Eala upsets world No. 41 Tsurenko at Madrid Open
Filipino tennis sensation Alex Eala stunned world No. 41 Lesia Tsurenko of Ukraine in the opening round of the Mutua Madrid Open on Tuesday to secure the biggest victory of her pro career. The 18-year-old tennis prodigy overcame an opening set hiccup then swiftly bounced back in the subsequent two sets. She battled through a.....»»