The Philippines' rollercoaster ride in Miss Grand International

The Philippines' rollercoaster ride in Miss Grand International

The first two years of the Miss Grand International pageant has set the tone for the Philippines in the competition, which would be marked with highs and lows for a country so obsessed with beauty contests. In the inaugural edition in 2013, former Binibining Pilipinas runner-up Ali Forbes was fielded by her handler, the late John Dela Vega, and finished fourth overall. A promising start. But the succeeding year was different. Kimberly Karlsson, who was chosen from the first standalone Miss Grand Philippines pageant that Dela Vega mounted, missed the cut. Bb. Pilipinas Charities Inc. (BPCI) acquired the franchise in […]... Keep on reading: The Philippines' rollercoaster ride in Miss Grand International

NBA: Mavericks begin Cooper Flagg era awaiting Kyrie’s return

NBA: Mavericks begin Cooper Flagg era awaiting Kyrie’s return

NBA 2025-2026 season preview for Dallas Mavericks: LAST SEASON: 39-43, lost in West play-in tournament to Memphis with No. 8 seed at stake. COACH: Jason Kidd (5th season with Mavericks, 179-149; 10th season overall, 362-339). SEASON OPENER: Oct. 22 vs. San Antonio. DEPARTURES: G Spencer Dinwiddie, F Olivier-Maxence Prosper. ADDITIONS: F Cooper Flagg, G D’Angelo Russell. BetMGM championship odds: 40-1. Dallas Mavericks: What to expect The prospects for the first full season without Luka Doncic will depend on how soon Kyrie Irving returns from the ACL injury sustained in March. It figures to be after the calendar turns to 2026. […]... Keep on reading: NBA: Mavericks begin Cooper Flagg era awaiting Kyrie’s return

NBA: Pistons' Jaden Ivey out at least a month after knee surgery

NBA: Pistons' Jaden Ivey out at least a month after knee surgery

DETROIT— Detroit Pistons guard Jaden Ivey had surgery on his right knee and will be out for at least a month, a setback for the fourth-year pro after he broke his left leg last season. “The procedure and discomfort are unrelated to the fibula injury suffered last season,” the team said in a statement on Thursday. “Ivey will begin the rehabilitation process immediately and will be re-evaluated in four weeks.” Detroit drafted him with the No. 5 pick in 2022 and he is entering the last year of his contract. If the lightning-quick guard can return to the form he […]... Keep on reading: NBA: Pistons' Jaden Ivey out at least a month after knee surgery

Paolo Pangilinan becomes a licensed doctor: 'What a great privilege to find my calling'

Paolo Pangilinan becomes a licensed doctor: 'What a great privilege to find my calling'

The year 2025 is a big one for Pinoy BL (Boys' Love) actor Paolo Pangilinan. Last August, Paolo shared that he had earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from St. Luke's College of Medicine--and fast forward two months later, he proudly announced that he passed the Physician Licensure Examination. In his Instagram post, Paolo reflected on how much this milestone means to him, especially the sacrifices he had to make to achieve this goal. Dr. Paolo wrote, “What great privilege to find my calling. No one knows how much I've given up to be here.” He added, “To the shoulders I stand on, and to the hands that guided mine all throughout, my eternal gratitude. I pray I guide well those who come next. Never give up.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Paolo Pangilinan (@paopangs) One of the first to congratulate Paolo on passing the board exam was Sparkle drama actress Yasmien Kurdi. Source: paopangs (IG) If you remember, Paolo starred in the popular web series Gaya Sa Pelikula (2020) and in the sexy drama film Two and One (2022). Meanwhile, ere's our list of the hottest doctors in the Philippines that will inspire you with their intelligence, charisma, and toned physique.

Atong Ang asks DOJ to return sabungeros case to CIDG for `impartiality'

Atong Ang asks DOJ to return sabungeros case to CIDG for `impartiality'

MANILA, Philippines — Businessman Charlie “Atong” Ang has asked the Department of Justice (DOJ) to return the ongoing case against him in connection with the missing sabungeros (cockfighting enthusiasts) to the Philippine National Police-Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (PNP-CIDG) for “proper and impartial investigation, his lawyer, Atty. Gabriel Villareal said. Ang personally appeared before the DOJ and submitted his counter-affidavit to a string of criminal cases, including murder, kidnapping, direct bribery, and tampering of passports. “Mr. Ang’s prayer, or what he’s asking the panel (of prosecutors), is to return the entire case to the CIDG for proper and impartial investigation,” […]... Keep on reading: Atong Ang asks DOJ to return sabungeros case to CIDG for `impartiality'