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Team Lakay’s Honorio “The Rock” Banario will return to the Mall Of Asia Arena in Manila on August 2 to face Timofey Nastyukhin in the semi-finals of the ONE Lightweight World Grand Prix at ONE: DAWN OF HEROES . Banario was eliminated from the tournament when he failed to overcome Lowen Tynanes ’ superior wrestling and groundwork at ONE: HERO’S ASCENT . Banario ended up getting knocked out in the first round when he got caught in a mounted crucifix and Tynanes went on to advance to the semi-final round. Due to unfortunate events, however, Tynanes has suffered another back injury amidst his preparations for Nastyukhin and was forced to withdraw from the tournament. This paved the way for the former world champion to get back into the mix of the ONE Lightweight World Grand Prix. Tynanes is the second to fall to injury in the tournament after Ariel Sexton was also sidelined on the other bracket. “I’m truly grateful to be given this second chance at the Grand Prix b...

  An awesome anniversary celebration with huge discounts and exciting deals awaits shoppers as Landers Superstore, the fastest growing membership shopping establishment in the country, celebrates its third anniversary with the Super Crazy Sale! This Super Crazy Sale just got bigger than ever! From June 26 to 30, all Landers members will be treated to a week filled with glorious shopping from 9 am to 10 pm in all Landers Superstore branches. Expect more exciting discounts and exclusive surprises! During the five-day sale, members can enjoy huge discounts of up to 50 percent, massive buy-one-get-one deals, and thrilling surPrices, such as the Php1 sale which features items that basically cost only Php1 per piece! After spending a day of super shopping, you can indulge in delicious treats at Landers Superstore’s very own coffee shop, Doppio, and bakery, Dough & Co. as they will also be offering 50 percent discount on all items. The fun doesn’t sto...

Future ONE World Champions will be in action at ONE: DAWN OF HEROES on 2 August at the Mall of Asia in Manila, Philippines.  The venue has been the scene for several memorable moments in ONE Championship history. In the featured bout, newly-crowned ONE Flyweight Muay Thai World Champion Jonathan Haggerty will make the first defense of his title against Rodtang Jitmuangnon. Haggerty captured his title when he stunned the legendary Sam-A Gaiyanghadao at ONE: FOR HONOR in May, showing no nerves during the high-pressure brawl as he outfought the Thai icon.  The challenger, Rodtang, is known as “The Iron Man,” and throughout his career has proven worthy of that moniker. Rodtang has already had more than 300 professional bouts.  For Rodtang, applying pressure is everything in the ring. This approach has helped him a great deal in his career, but that's an area where Haggerty has proven successful too. When these two men's styles meet, fans shou...

When property investors examine a potential development to invest in, a careful review of the developer’s portfolio, the partners involved in the development, the features and amenities available, and of course, its location are qualities that can spell the difference in making a project a high-value investment in the long-term. In the luxury real estate space today, one brand has caught the attention of investors and discriminating end-users: Filigree, which has fast become synonymous with exclusivity, exceptional craftsmanship, and unrivaled property values. With every project initiated and completed—from high-rise condominiums to low-density horizontal developments—Filigree has challenged, and delivered, the very definition of what luxury should be—each project a prime investment offering blue chip returns. An ideal residence for the affluent set One fine example is Filigree’s The Enclave Alabang, situated along the growth corridor of Daang Hari, one of the most c...

  (middle of the photo, left to right) DOST Undersecretary Dr. Renato Solidum Jr., SM Cares program director for senior citizens Danilo Chavez, and SM Cares program director for PWDs, Bien Mateo. SM Cares, the corporate social responsibility arm of SM Prime Holdings, Inc., will be conducting the 5th Emergency Preparedness Forum, in its continuing thrust to make persons with disabilities (PWDs) and senior citizens more resilient and better prepared in times of disasters. From what was an annual event held in a single venue, SM Cares now brings the forum across five SM malls nationwide from June 21 to July 12, 2019, in observance of the National Disaster Resilience Month. Participating malls include SM City Clark (June 21), SM City Marikina (July 2), SM City Dasmariñas (July 5), SM City Batangas (July 9), and SM Center Muntinlupa (July 12), all happening from 10 AM to 12 Noon. Facilitating the forum are DOST Undersecretary, PHIVOLCS director, and leading expert in geology...

SM Supermalls nationwide made fathers feel extra special by throwing a feast fit for kings this Dad’s Month! “This year, SM puts the spotlight on our Super Dads who have brought nothing but laughter and love to our homes. We celebrate them through exciting deals, events, and fun feasts made especially for them,” said SM Supermalls SVP for marketing Jonjon San Agustin. Beers and barbeque, haircut and massage deals, cool cars and bikes exhibit, dining deals, in-mall dance challenge and digital games were among the many #DadsDayAtSM2019 treats that made dads of all ages feel rewarded, pampered and loved. Further, a special digital video was launched in honor of the Filipinos’ silent superheroes. This June, let’s extend the celebration of #DadsDayAtSM2019 by rewarding, pampering, playing and bonding with our Super Dads at their favorite SM Supermalls nationwide! For more information, visit www.smsupermalls.com.

To boost efforts in attracting Korean tourists to visit the Philippines, Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines, the marketing arm of the Department of Tourism, will be participating in two major travel fairs happening in South Korea—The Korea World Travel Fair (KOTFA) on 06 to 10 June 2019 and HanaTour International Travel Show on 07 to 09 June 2019. KOTFA is the biggest international travel fair in Korea with the participation of both international and domestic tourism-related organizations. This year, KOTFA is expected to generate an attendance of approximately 500 companies and 70 countries. The Philippines reserved six (6) booth spaces to be shared with airlines, hotels and top Korean travel agents in Seoul. Meanwhile, HanaTour is Korea’s largest tour wholesaler with 1,200 HanaTour exclusive sales offices selling 14,000 tourism products through its 7,000 partners across the globe. This year, the Philippines is the featured country, co-marketing and promoting with Han...

Just like huge transitions in life, the start of a new school year can be nerve-racking. Of course, first day jitters are common, but don’t let it get the best of you! Boost your confidence by feeling, looking and smelling good with the help of Blackwater, the cologne line of the country’s leading cosmetics brand Ever Bilena. Blackwater offers fragrance variants to suit different personalities to match your back-to-school look: Dark Pleasure. Turn heads on your first day by wearing Blackwater Deo Spray in Dark Pleasure. For just Php 168, this aroma expertly blends together sweet and juicy grapefruit, marine accord, and woody-herbal scents to come up with a refreshing fragrance that's difficult not to notice! Grey Marble. Thinking about trying out for the varsity team but scared of smelling like sweat? Then Blackwater Deo Mist in Grey Marble is perfect for you. The very masculine scent consists of citrus, wood and herbal musk. For Php 120, Grey Marble will make you ...

The Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) and the Philippine Paralympic Committee (PPC) joined forces Saturday, June 22 at the College of Science Oval in UP Diliman to stage a unity event among various sports sectors to prepare for the coming Southeast Asian Games later this year and the ASEAN Para Games in 2020. Billed as Olympic Day and Lakad Para Atleta 2019, the event witnessed for the first time ever, a unity walk of abled body athletes walking side by side with para athletes to give life to the event theme,  “Unity and Transformation Through Sports.”  The event was highlighted by a torch relay that featured five pairs of Olympians and Paralympians traversing the 500-meter oval, symbolizing inclusiveness and equality for all. The torch relay culminated in a cauldron lighting ceremony followed by the Lakad Para Atleta Legacy Walk participated in by athletes and non-athletes, including a huge group from Citi Philippines as key supporter of PPC and the Paralymp...

Jomary “The Zamboanginian Fighter” Torres is highly-determined to get back to the winner’s circle at ONE: MASTERS OF DESTINY on July 12 against Malaysian hometown hero Jihin “Shadow Cat” Radzuan . Victory has evaded Torres as of recent, with the Filipina having dropped three straight to Priscilla Hertati Lumban Gaol , Mei Yamaguchi , and Lin Heqin . But instead of sulking in defeat, “The Zamboanginian Fighter” has chosen to take each experience as a lesson. As such, Torres feels well-prepared to face Radzuan, even in front of her fans at the Axiata Arena in Kuala Lumpur. “It will be a good fight. Jihin is a good fighter,” Torres said. “She’s strong and skilled. Both of us are hungry to win. I will give my best in this fight.” Torres’ resolve will be out to the test against “Shadow Cat”. Radzuan began her mixed martial arts stint on fire, finding success through her first four professional bouts until she ran into Team Lakay’s Gina Iniong . Despite Radzuan’s im...

  Flanked by pregnant moms are (5th from left) Berna Velasco, program director for SM Cares Program on Women and Breastfeeding Mothers; medical nutrition physician Dr. Mariana Sioson; Dr. Bianca Katrina Villanueva from the Philippine Obstetrical and Gynegological Society, and; celebrity mom and event host Suzi Entrata-Abrera. Expecting mothers from the ranks of the Philippine National Police also attended the event. Expecting mothers were treated to an afternoon of informative discussion on pregnancy and good health as well as an hour-long serenade of soothing music at SM Cares’ “Mama’s Lullaby, A Musical Event for Expecting Mothers”. Held at the Event Center of SM Megamall, pregnant mothers from different walks of life attended the event which aims to promote good health and well-being of mothers and their unborn child through safe pregnancy and delivery.  SM Cares organized the event in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal number three (Good ...

     Ara Mina’s newest cosmetics line by Ever Bilena is designed for women who lead a busy and fast-paced lifestyles Anyone who knows Ara Mina knows that having her own make-up line was really a long time coming. Not only is she passionate about helping women feel good about themselves through her skin care business, she also has a knack for easy, fuss-free make-up, which she hopes to share with moms and working women. “I have a make-up technique I call ‘the finger way’ where I just use my fingers to apply make-up,” shared Ara. “It’s easy, fast and more practical because I use fewer tools.” That is why, when presented with an opportunity to collaborate with the country’s leading cosmetics brand, Ever Bilena, she immediately took up the offer, bringing with her endless ideas to provide practical, no-fuss beauty solutions to every Filipina. “Ara is an entrepreneur. She has her own bakeshop and a skin care business and she is also a mother,” shared Eve...

Manila exhibits ‘accelerating ecosystem,’ 4 other cities reveal potential The 2019 Startup Ecosystem Mapping is participated by startup representatives, accelerators, public and private incubators, community builders, venture capitalists, angel investors, government, and private companies—all working together to uplift the Philippine startup ecosystem. The Philippine startup industry is reaching new heights but aspiring tech entrepreneurs still face certain challenges—from business conditions to regulatory requirements and gender disparity. To assess the country’s current startup ecosystem, QBO Innovation Hub, in partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), conducted a Startup Ecosystem Mapping exercise which identifies areas that need to be improved and available resources in order to help make the Philippines a globally competitive place for startups. The initiative is also part of QBO’s Startup Pinay program that encourages and supports increased fema...