Since yesterday, May 2, 2023, at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay, Ahtisa Manalo has demonstrated her brilliance by carrying home the crown of Miss Universe Philippines 2025! With chiseled features, an elegant neck, a confident poise, and a graceful appearance as she won the pageant contest, Ahtisa Manalo from Quezon Province has been crowned as Miss Universe Philippines …

“you’re nothing but a trying hard copycat” Character- Lavinia Arguelles Film- Bituing Walang Ningning (1985) Context- Lavinia confronts her rival Dorina Pineda and unleashes this unbelievable line which became a stand in for Philippine film drama. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h4dgUNn7p-Y “Walang himala! Ang himala ay nasa puso ng tao!” Character- Elsa (Nora Aunor) Film- Himala (1982) Context- In the impactful scene Elsa boldly …

During the first months of 2025 WWE released several prominent wrestlers who were part of their talent roster. Professional wrestling fans experienced widespread shock because WWE dismissed well-known wrestlers from their contracts as well as its veteran performers.  The company released Braun Strowman who was the holder of the Universal Championship title alongside Dakota Kai the Damage CTRL initiator and …

Seventeen year old sprint prodigy Rin Kubo continues to make athletic history in Japan. At the Shizuoka International Athletics Meet, held at the Ogasayama General Athletic Park Stadium in Fukuroi City, the third-year student from Higashiosaka Daikei High School won the women’s 800m Group 3 (Grand Prix Time Race Final) in a season-best of 2:00.28 to secure her place on …

NextRise 2025-the biggest startup and tech event in Asia-is ready to take place in Seoul on June 26-27 at COEX, one of the major convention hubs of the city. Bright startups, investors, and tech experts from all over the world come together annually for their biggest share yet. Last year, the crowd for the 2024 edition was massive in Gangnam, …

On this reunion occasion marking 20 years after their debut, the anticipation of the fans seems to be reaching greater heights. Kim Hyun Joong, Heo Young Saeng, and Kim Kyu Jong will come together yet again under a new project name, FIVE O ONE, for a world tour starting this July. This reunion is much more than just a concert; …

South Korean boy band RIIZE is returning to Singapore on January 24, 2026 as part of their “RIIZING LOUD” Asia tour. The six members of RIIZE – Shotaro, Eunseok, Sungchan, Wonbin, Sohee and Anton will perform at the Singapore Indoor Stadium, following their first successful appearance at their “RIIZING DAY” fan concert in Singapore in July 2024. The “RIIZING LOUD” …

Experience Japan’s longest running all-night rock festival, RISING SUN ROCK FESTIVAL 2025 in EZO, with incredible acts, a wealth of ticketing options and a fully immersive camping experience. The RISING SUN ROCK FESTIVAL 2025 in EZO is celebrating its 25th anniversary on the weekend of August 15-16th, 2025 at Hokkaido’s Ishikari Bay NewPort. Join for this iconic all-night outdoor festival …

United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement conducted audits of three Denver cleaning companies, leading to more than $8 million in imposed fines. ICE investigators found 143 unauthorized foreign workers throughout the businesses during their investigation. The ICES Denver office sent fines-to-be-issued documents to CCS Denver Inc. and PBC Commercial Cleaning Systems Inc., and Green Management Denver after it discovered substantial …

Cricket fans, rejoice! The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) has confirmed that cricket will be part of the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, to be held from September 19 to October 4. The decision was made during the 41st AINAGOC Board meeting in Nagoya. The sport will be played in the T20 format, but the final venue in Aichi …