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PMI, ARQ, ZIP Sanman boxers feted in first Elorde-Pacquiao Boxing Awards

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Central Visayas was well-represented during the inaugural Elorde-Pacquiao Boxing Awards at Okada Manila last Sunday, March 24th. This was after 13 of Central Visayas’ best boxers from Cebu and Bohol were feted for their achievements in 2023. They were headed by none other than former World Boxing Organization (WBO) world minimumweight.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 26th, 2024

Palawan Recognized as One of the Top Destinations in World for 2024

Palawan has once again earned recognition as one of the Trending Destinations in the World for 2024 on Tripadvisor, the global hub for travel deals and reviews. This follows Palawan’s outstanding global achievements in 2023, being named one of the World’s Most Desirable Countries for Adventure, making it to Travel + Leisure’s top Islands, and […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

Pacio eyes simultaneous weight classes

Days after being thrown onto the mat head first, almost being rendered senseless and winning a third ONE strawweight world title in Qatar, Joshua Pacio is back in his bailiwick of Benguet and dreaming even bigger. He prayed to not spend any time in the hospital, where he would’ve gone, stir crazy. He just wanted to go home......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 10th, 2024

A Quick Guide to Online Gambling and Financial Responsibility

With the rise of PAGCOR accredited online gambling platforms, many individuals are drawn to the allure of quick wins and entertainment. However, the world of online gambling will require extreme caution and financial responsibility to avoid potential pitfalls and safeguard one’s financial well-being. Understanding the Risks Online gambling can be enticing, but it comes with […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsFeb 13th, 2024

PH Remains One of the Fastest Growing Economies in East Asia and Pacific, World Bank Says

The World Bank retains its positive outlook on the Philippine economy despite foreseen challenges. According to their April 2024 East Asia and Pacific Economic Update, the World Bank projects a 5.8 percent economic growth for the Philippines this year — the East Asia and Pacific region’s second fastest-growing economy. Moreover, the said update also adjusted […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsApr 2nd, 2024

Rhea Gullas Cup: Minglanilla now 2-0 after beating Naga 

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Former champion Abante Minglanilla is now 2-0 in the ongoing Rhea Gullas Cup 2024 First District of Cebu Inter-City/Municipality Sports Festival after beating Naga Atong Garbo, 65-58, on Saturday, February 17, at the  Bonifacio Bacaltos Sports Centrum in Sibonga. Before grabbing their second straight win, Minglanilla needed to endure nine lead.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 18th, 2024

Computer Engineers-Tofil are Buildrite Cup 2023 champions 

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Computer Engineers-Tofil were crowned the Architects and Enginners Basketball Club (AEBC) Buildrite Cup 2023 champions after eking out a hard-fought 60-57 victory against the Civil Engineers 1-Stopgap in their championship match on Saturday, February 17, at the CPA gymnasium. After a long and arduous campaign, the computer engineers emerged as.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 18th, 2024

Z’Nars Jewelers-Marawi City lords Sinulog Cup 2024 cage wars

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Z’Nars Jewelers-Marawi City ruled the Sinulog Cup 2024 Basketball Tournament after outlasting the equally-determined OCCCI Sheermasters-Ormoc City, 95-89 in their winner-take-all championship game on Saturday evening at the Cebu City Sports Institute.  Mac Tallo was named the finals “Most Valuable Player” after dropping 21 points, seven assists, and four rebounds. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 28th, 2024

Saintfiet confident, hopes for ‘miracle’ as PH men’s football team hosts Iraq

Hoping to take advantage of playing at home, the Philippine men's football team targets a breakthrough win in the joint qualifiers of the FIFA World Cup and AFC Asian Cup as it battles favored Iraq.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsMar 25th, 2024

Philippines bows down to Iraq in FIFA Qualifiers

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Mohanad Ali scored a late goal for Iraq that sent the Philippines to the bottom of Group F in the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers on Friday, March 21 (March 22, Manila Time) at the Basra International Stadium in Iraq.  With the defeat, the Philippines’ chances to.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 22nd, 2024

FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers comes to Smart LiveStream App

Smart continues to bring world-class basketball action at the fingertips of Filipino fans as it streams the upcoming FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Qualifiers campaign of Gilas Pilipinas via the Smart LiveStream App......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 13th, 2024

‘Miracle’: Roger Pogoy returns in time for TNT after health scare

Roger Pogoy comes back earlier than anticipated after being diagnosed with a rare heart condition as he helps TNT catch the playoff bus in the PBA Commissioner's Cup.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico fighting for life after assassination attempt

Banska Bystrica, Slovakia– Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico fought for his life in hospital Wednesday after being shot multiple times in what the government called a “political assault”. Surgeons spent hours battling to save the 59-year-old populist leader after the attack, which has been condemned around the world. Deputy Prime Minister Tomas Taraba told the BBC.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 16th, 2024

Magsayo fights world title eliminator in June

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Former world champion Mark “Magnifico” Magsayo will face Mexican Eduardo Ramirez in a world title eliminator on June 15 at the famous MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. The Boholano Magsayo, a former World Boxing Council (WBC) world featherweight champion, will have his second bout as a.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 24th, 2024

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.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 31st, 2024

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.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 23rd, 2024

WSF 2024: Another world is possible amidst a broken world

WSF 2024: Another world is possible amidst a broken world.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 6th, 2024

Araneta: Experience and Donaire’s help key to winning world title eliminator bout

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Omega Boxing Gym’s banner boxer, Christian “The Bomb” Araneta, is full of confidence heading into his third world title eliminator fight.  The 28-year-old Cebuano knockout artist will trade leathers with Arvin “Hurricane” Magramo for the International Boxing Federation (IBF) world junior flyweight world title eliminator on January 26 at the Nustar.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 13th, 2024

Jollibee named world’s 2nd fastest-growing restaurant brand

Asian fast-food giant Jollibee Foods Corp. is ramping up its global expansion after being hailed as the second fastest-growing restaurant brand in the world by consultancy giant Brand Finance......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 25th, 2024

Badian hospital’s utility worker sustains cut after being punched by security guard

Badian hospital’s utility worker sustains cut after being punched by security guard.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 28th, 2024