By Robert Andaya Japan emerged as champions of the BPI AIA Asia 7s. Takaharu Nakagawa scored the winning goal in the last minute of regulation time as Japan defeated India, 3-2, in the final held at McKinley Hill Stadium in Taguig. Nakagawa had earlier scored Japan’s first goal just before halftime, but Johnson D’Silva of India equalized at the start …
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By Robert Andaya Rain or Shine is not taking the latest antics of veteran center Beau Belga lightly. Belga was fined 15 days worth of salary by his PBA team following a thorough investigation by the Elasto Painters management, In a statement, Rain or Shine said Belga played in several unsanctioned exhibition games held in Cebu, Davao and Laguna. “Rain …
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By Robert Andaya Another much-awaited e-sports event awaits fans as the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League Philippines (MPL PH) Season 11 playoffs get underway on May 4-7. Venue of the MLBB playoffs is the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City, with more than 2,000 fans expected to watch the best teams in the country as they compete for top …
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SM Foundation, Inc. (SMFI) and Watsons have teamed up to promote the health and wellness of Filipinos through a series of medical missions in Ilocos Norte. With the support of project partners, the two organizations recently conducted two successful medical missions that brought free diagnostic and medical services to thousands of beneficiaries. During the first leg of the medical mission …
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The illegal export of used car batteries and lead scraps continues in the country despite the ongoing ban imposed by the government. This was revealed recently by Federation of Philippine Industries (FPI) chairman Jesus Arranza after it was found out that big amount of the considered hazardous waste has been exported illegally by unscrupulous group. “As a matter of policy, …
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Operadora Portuaria Centroamericana (OPC), International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s (ICTSI) Honduran business unit that operates in Puerto Cortés, recently welcomed the inaugural call of Seaboard Blue – the first container vessel in the world to be converted from conventional diesel to liquified natural gas propulsion. Seaboard Blue docked at Honduras under the North and Central America service of Seaboard Marine, a premiere ocean transport …
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One of the foundations of good health is proper hydration. This is especially true in tropical countries like ours. Water is the default choice, but another go-to refresher that hydrates, tastes great, and gives you a little bit something extra is Buko Juice or Coconut Water. Buko Juice does wonders for your body as it contains rich minerals and nutrients. …
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One of the notable traits of Filipinos is their solid display of love and care for their pet dogs and cats. They regularly spend time and resources to keep them groomed, healthy, and jolly. To help fur parents protect their beloved fur babies, BDO Insure, a wholly-owned subsidiary of BDO Unibank, offers affordable and customizable pet dog and cat insurance …
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With an overhauled all-Filipino line-up, Manila Chooks! got the exposure needed from the FIBA 3×3 Ulaanbaatar Super Quest, making head trainer Chico Lanete believe his charges are far from done. The Filipino 3×3 cagers are shifting their focus on the Manila Masters set next month at home soil, determined to live up to their lofty billing. “We need to focus …
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SM Development Corporation (SMDC) celebrated a major construction milestone with the topping off of the first phase of Gold Residences, the residential condominium property within its award-winning township, Gold City. The ceremony was held last March 21, 2023 in Parañaque City. Gold Residences reaches new heights as key executives of SMDC and its partners proudly lead the topping-off ceremony of …
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