One Fighting Championshiop (One FC) officially weighed-in the contenders for May 31, 2013 fights Rise to Power a day before the match, May 30, 2013 at the Atrium of SM Mall of Asia.
Here are the official results:
MAIN EVENT
ONE FC Featherweight World Championship bout:
Honorio Banario (65.75 kg/ 144.7 lbs) VS Koji Oishi (65.8 kg/144.8 lbs)
MAIN CARD
Interim ONE FC Bantamweight World Championship bout:
Masakatsu Ueda (61.2 kg/ 134.6 lbs) VS Kevin Belingon (60.9 kg/134.0 lbs)
Flyweight bout:
Yasuhiro Urushitani (56.7 kg/ 124.7 lbs) VS Rey Docyogen (56.7 kg/124.7 lbs)
Welterweight bout:
Phil Baroni (76.8 kg/169.0 lbs) VS Nobutatsu Suzuki (77.0 kg/169.4 lbs)
Lightweight bout:
Kamal Shalorus (70.1 kg/154.2 lbs) VS Eduard Folayang (70.2 kg/154.4 lbs)
Catchweight bout:
Andrew Leone (58 kg/127.7 lbs) VS Geje Eustaquio (56.7 kg/124.7 lbs)
UNDER CARD
Catchweight bout: Felipe Enomoto (69.6 kg/153.1 lbs) VS Lowen Tynanes (70.55 kg/155.2 lbs)
Catchweight bout: Ryan Diaz (65.8kg/144.8 lbs) VS Yusup Saadulaev (61.1 kg/ 134.4 lbs)
Catchweight bout: Tony Johnson (120.1 kg/264.2 lbs) VS Tim Sylvia (123.2 kg/271.0 lbs)
Fans from around the world can witness the action online via live streaming at www.onefc.livesport.tv.
The first three undercard fights are available for viewing
free-of-charge and the main card fights will be available for purchase
at just US$9.99.
Tickets for ONE FC: RISE TO POWER on 31 May is exclusively available at Casino Filipino outlets nationwide. Refer to www.onefc.com/tickets for details.
The One FC championship is back in Manila for the Rise to Power on May 31, 2013 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. The main event is the featherweight world championship between our very own Honario "The Rock" Banario versus Koji Oishi from Japan.
Here are the fight cards for the the event:
The official weigh-in will be on Thursday, May 30, 2013, 8 p.m. onwards at the SM Mall of Asia Atrium.
One of the most awaited event in Philippine pop culture for this year, ToyCon 2013. But before the main event, here is the teaser: BLAST OFF! The ToyCon 2013 Launch Event. An event of toys and collectibles, comics, cosplay, and meet and greet with the queen of Philippine cosplay: Alodia Gosiengfiao.
It's a grand gathering of toys and childhood memorabilia aficionados. With lots of
pocket events for everyone: Take snapshots with Cosplayers, relive film
favorites, dabble in the toy customization or sketching workshops,
marvel at featured toys collection, and check out the long line of
collectible merchandise available and of course the meet and greet with famed cosplayer Alodia Gosiengfiao.
Event Details
Date : May 25, 2013, Saturday
12:00 - 10 pm
Venue: The Plaza, Newport Mall
Resorts World Manila
Schedule:
Panel talks at 1pm
Press con at 4pm
12 Noon - 3:00 PM : Cosplayers Photo-op, Panel Discussions, Film Showing, Toy Customization workshop, Artists sketching and workshop, Toy groups feature collections, selling activities
The main event - 12th Philippine, Toys, Hobbies and Collectibles Convention aka Philippine ToyCon will be on June 14-15-16, 2013 at Megatrade halls 1-2-3 in SM Megamall
One of my favorite healthy food when I in "healthy eating" mood, is lumpiang sariwa (fresh vegetable spring roll). As you have seen in my previous review of Globe Lumpia House, it is one of my favorite Filipino veggie food!
Kuya's Special Lumpiang Sariwa is not your typical Filipino lumpiang sariwa. It's a variant of the original lumpiang sariwa. Aside from the standard recipe ingredients of "Ubod" (Coconut pith), carrots, lettuce and garlic, it differentiates its taste from the norm with two special ingredients: Thailand grass and Moroccan Nuts! These two ingredients give the dish a different but "desirable" flavor. The two additional ingredients have anti-oxidants, fiber, detoxifier, Vitamin E, protein and Selenium make it a delight not only for the tummy but also for the body.
The lumpia costs Php. 50 pesos and is available in most of the food courts in major malls mostly as kiosk.
Kuya's Lumpiang Sariwa outlet at SM City North EDSA Food Court
I rate Kuya's version 3.75 out 5. Its different taste is
something that you will like or hate. I like it but not as I love Globe
Lumpia House's version because its a bit more sweet. I still recommend
Kuya's version especially for the health conscious. It's still one of
the best version of fresh spring roll around. It prefer it than the
Bodhi's version.
So if you are in the food courts and looking for something healthy and enjoyable to eat as a side dish or even the main dish, try Kuya's Special Lumpiang Sariwa and enjoy a veggie delight!
In the Filipino tradition for the festivities of May, the Santacruzan is one of the most colorful (and beautiful) heritage. Araneta Center in collaboration with the parish church celebrated Flores de Mayo with this Grand Santacruzan.
Here is my coverage of the event:
PRESS RELEASE
ARANETA CENTER MARKS FIESTA MONTH WITH GRAND SANTACRUZAN
The winners of Binibining Pilipinas 2013 lead the line up of the much-awaited Araneta Center Grand Santacruzan that reels off on Saturday, May 18. Joining the queens are the candidates of the recently concluded Binibining Pilipinas pageant.
The Santacruzan is an iconic Filipino tradition that commemorates the search of the Holy Cross by Reyna Elena and her son, Emperor Constantine. The festive mode of thanksgiving of finding the Holy Cross in Jerusalem is replicated many times over in several parts of the country during the fiesta month of May. However, none compares to the pageantry and the overload of beautiful Binibinis of the Araneta Center Grand Santacruzan. The event has become a staple in the celebration of Flores de Mayo in the metropolis.
The joyful celebration is made more spectacular because of the ladies that are clad in gowns designed by leading Filipino couturiers. This year is even more special as the country’s premier beauty pageant celebrates its golden year. Some of the exquisite creations of these designers were worn by the Binibinis during the National Costume Competition of the Binibining Pilipinas Gold. Miss Universe 2012 1st runner up Janine Tugonon adds star value to the proceedings as this year’s Reyna Elena. 1981 Binibining Pilipinas International Peachy Sacasas-Veneracion is the Emperatriz.
A new highlight of this year’s Grand Santacruzan at the Araneta Center will be the “living rosary” that will be participated in by the Binibinis and Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish’s pamayanan sagalas. This will serve as a fitting culmination to this majestic cultural activity featuring the fairest maidens of the land in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Children and members of the media were among that enjoyed balloons and treats from Krispy Kreme.
The Grand Santacruzan at the Araneta Center reels off at 4pm from the Gateway Park beside the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
List of Binibini Sagalasfor the Araneta Center Grand Santacruzan
Ria Rabajante Reyna Banderada
Ma. Bencelle Bianzon Reyna Mora
Zandra Flores Reyna Esther
Nicole Kim Donesa Reyna Fe
Maria Sofia Mustonen Reyna Esperanza
Abbygale Monderin Reyna Caridad
Ivy Gonzales Reyna Abogada
Katherine Enriquez Reyna Sentenciada
Anna Carmela Aquino Reyna Justicia
Paula Bernasor Ruth
Mary Rose Pujanes Naomi
Hannah Ruth Sison Infanta Judith
Lourenz Remetillo Reyna Sheba
Leona Paula Santicruz Samaritana
Cassandra Naidas Veronica
Anna Fernandina Buquid Mary of Magdala
Mercegrace Raquel Mary, Mother of Christ
Pauline Quintas Mary, Mother of James
Ma. Theresa Gorgonio Corazon de Maria
Cindy Abundabar Seat of Wisdom
KC Cajandig Key of Heaven
Alaine Baccay Reyna Luna
Jacqueline Mayoralgo Divina Pastora
Herlie Kim Artugue Reyna de los Martires
Camille Carla Nazar Reyna del Santisimo Rosario
Ellore Noelle Punzalan Reyna de los Confesores
Merry Joyce Respicio Reyna de los Patriarcas
Grace Yann Apuad Reyna Candelaria
Rhea Nakpil Reyna de los Profetas
Imelda Schweighart Reyna de la Paz
Annalie Forbes Reyna de las Estrellas
Elaine Kay Moll Reyna de los Angeles
Katrina Dimaranan Reyna de los Santos
Pia Wurtzbach Rosa Mystica
Mutya Datul Reyna del Cielo
Cindy Miranda Reyna de las Virgines
Bea Rose Santiago Reyna de las Flores
Janine Tugonon Reyna Elena
Peachy Sacasas Reyna Emperatriz
PHOTOS
Nicole Kim Donesa as Reyna Fe
Ria Rabajante as Reyna Banderada
Leona Paula Santicruz as Samaritana
Bb. Pilipinas 2nd Runner Up 2012 Annalie Forbes as Reyna de las Estrellas
Bb. Pilipinas - Supranational 2012 Elaine Kay Moll as Reyna de los Angeles
Bb. Pililipinas Tourism 2012 Katrina Dimaranan as Reyna de los Santos
Bb. Pilipinas 1st Runner Up 2013 Pia Wurtzbach as Rosa Mystica
Bb. Pilipinas Tourism 2013 Cindy Miranda as Reyna de las Virgines
Bb. Pilipinas Supranational 2013 Mutya Datul as Reyna del Cielo
Ms. Universe 1st Runner Up Janine Tugonon as Reyna Elena
1981 Bb. Pilipinas - International Peachy Sacasas as Reyna Emperatriz
Bb.Pilipinas 1st Runner Up 2013 Pia Wurtzbach as Rosa Mystica
Human Rosary formation with Bb. Pilipinas 2012 & 2013 beauties
1981 Bb. Pilipinas - International Peachy Sacasas at the Human Rosary formation with Bb. Pilipinas 2012 & 2013 beauties
VIDEOS
Various Sagalas at the Araneta Center's Grand Santacruzan
Annalie Forbes as Reyna de las Estrellas and Elaine Kay Moll as Reyna de los Angeles
Bb. Pilipinas 1st Runner Up 2013 Pia Wurtzbach as Rosa Mystica
Bb. Pilipinas Supranational 2013 Mutya Datul as Reyna del Cielo
Bb. Pilipinas Tourism 2013 Cindy Miranda as Reyna de las Virgines
Bb. Pilipinas International 2013 Bea Rose Santiago - Reyna de las Flores
Ms. Universe 1st Runner Up Janine Tugonon as Reyna Elena
1981 Bb. Pilipinas - International Peachy Sacasas as Reyna Emperatriz
Please come back for more photos and videos. More photos and videos are still being edited and upload.
Last May 10, I saw the movie Star Trek Into Darkness at the SM City North EDSA IMAX Cinema during the advance Press screening of the movie.
Excited because I have also seen the first 28 minutes scene at Planet Nibiru during a special preview, I really looked forward to seeing the movie. Full of excitement and watching it in IMAX and 3D really got my blood pumping.
Being a sci-fi fanatic, but not much into Star Trek, I watched the movie with enthusiasm. From start to end, I was engaged with the action, and the storyline of the movie.
The 3D effects were quite good in showing depth adding another dimension to the movie enjoyment experience. Compared to other recent 3D movies like GI Joe Retaliation, the 3D was very good.
Overall, I enjoyed the movie and was entertained. I rate it 4 out 5 for its entertainment value, Trekie or no Trekie. I highly recommend watching it in 3D.
Star Trek Into Darkness is showing in cinemas nationwide starting May 15. Enjoy!
Movie Trailer:
PRESS RELEASE
Star Trek Into Darkness : on a deadly manhunt to capture those who devastated the Starfleet.
The USS Enterprise is sent to observe Planet Nibiru, but finds a volcano on the verge of erupting and wiping out its primitive inhabitants. In the process of launching a dangerous mission to halt the eruption, first officer Spock's life is jeopardized, forcing Kirk to break the "Prime Directive" and reveal the Enterprise to the planet's civilisation to rescue him. As a consequence, a number of indigenous people begin to worship the ship as it leaves.
After being called back to Earth, Kirk is relieved of command, and Admiral Pike re-assumes command of the Enterprise. Shortly afterward, Starfleet agent John Harrison bombs a secret "Section 31" installation in London. An emergency meeting of high ranking officers is called at Starfleet headquarters, which Kirk attends as Pike's first officer. The meeting is attacked by a gunship piloted by Harrison. Kirk takes the gunship down, but Harrison escapes and Pike dies.
After Pike's funeral, Admiral Marcus (Weller) authorizes Kirk to hunt down Harrison, who has fled to the Klingon homeworld of Qo'noS. Since Qo'noS lies deep in Klingon territory and Starfleet is on the brink of war with the Klingon Empire, the Enterprise is supplied with 72 long-range prototype photon torpedoes, and is ordered to fire them all at Harrison's location once he is found. Believing the torpedoes could be dangerous to the ship, chief engineer Montgomery Scott refuses to take them aboard and tenders his resignation when ordered to accept them. The Admiral's daughter, scientist Carol Marcus also joins the crew, under a false identity, and Pavel Chekov is promoted to Chief Engineer.
Several twists and turns of events will turn Admiral Marcus and Captain Kirk into opponents.
With Marcus in pursuit, the Enterprise is attacked by the superior starship Vengeance in Earth's orbit. Outgunned, the Enterprise is severely damaged. Ultimately Kirk agrees to hand over the Klingon Khan and the 72 bodies in cryo sleep in exchange for the lives of his crew. Marcus refuses and beams his daughter aboard to prevent her being used against him.
Will Admiral Marcus ultimately destroy the Starfleet’s USS Enterprise commanded by Kirk? Watch how this great inter-galactic action-suspense-drama in the latest Star Trek adventure concludes.
The movie stars Chris Pine as Captain James T. Kirk, Zachary Quinto as Commander Spock, Karl Urban as Lieutenant Commander Dr. Leonard “Bones” Mccoy, Zoe Saldana as Lieutenant Nyota Uhura, Anton Yelchin as Ensign Pavel Chekov, Simon Pegg as Lieutenant Commander Montgomery "Scotty" Scott, John Cho as Lieutenant Hikaru Sulu, and Bruce Greenwood as Rear Admiral Christopher Pike who return to reprise their roles from the previous film, with the addition of Benedict Cumberbatch and Alice Eve to the cast.
Star Trek into Darkness is a Paramount presentation directed by Producer/Director J.J. Abrams. It is distributed by United International Pictures through Solar Entertainment Corporation. Showing at your favorite theaters and cinemas on May 15.
Credits: Photo, posters, press release provided by Solar Entertainment Corp.
Here are some of the photos and videos for the coverage of the Red Carpet Premiere of Fast and Furious 6 held at the SM Mall of Asia, Manila, Philippines.
PHOTOS
VIDEOS
Luke Evans at the Red Carpet
Michelle Rodriguez at the Red Carpet and delighting fans!
Luke Evans Sings a Tagalog Song
Gina Carano at the Red Carpet
Vin Diesel at the Red Carpet
Vin Diesel Says "Manila" Premiere is Amazing!
Cast Autographs Dodge Challenger for the Auction
Vin Diesel Loves Manila
Stay tuned to this blog for more photos and videos. (still being edited and uploaded).
Another season of Philippine Fashion Week, Holiday 2013, this May 22-26, 2013 at the SMX Convention Center and SM Mall of Asia.
A great opportunity to watch the designers showcase their art and skills to prove that Filipino designers are one of the best in the world.
It's also a great chance for seasoned and aspiring photographers to capture the clothes and the models at the runway! I love photographing fashion shows. I have been to a couple of Philippine Fashion Week events and also fashion catwalks in Dubai when I was working there.
Here are some of photos from the Triumph Show at a previous Philippine Fashion Week:
To get a chance to be selected as a guest, go to their registration page and complete the registration process. It's not a 100% but you might get lucky.
If you don't get invites, you can always head to the SM Mall of Asia and watch some of the runway shows open to the public. You just need to go earlier than the schedule so that you can get a good place to photograph.
