In an astonishing display of determination and hard work, 20-year-old Julian Martir, the son of a tricycle driver and a vendor from Negros, Philippines, has been accepted into 30 prestigious universities in the United States, amassing a total of almost $2 million in scholarships. Julian’s achievements have stunned and inspired many, as his family has struggled to make ends meet, with Julian being the youngest among four siblings.
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Bacolod’s Clairevee Gamboa is 1st Pinay Qatar Woman Leader Awardee
Bacolod’s Clairevee Aya Gamboa has made history as the first Filipina recipient of Qatar’s Woman Leader 2020 award in Qatar, Middle East.
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Blind singer Carmalone Montecido of Bacolod praised by Grammy winner Sam Smith
A video of blind singer Carmalone Montecido of Bacolod singing Sam Smith’s “Too Good at Goodbyes” has gone viral and has reached the Grammy winner who praised the Pinoy talent.
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WATCH: Neil Etheridge leads Azkals’ stunning draw with football powerhouse China
Philippine Azkals’ goalkeeper Neil Etheridge led the men’s national football team’s stunning stop of Group A leader China Team Dragon to force a draw, 0-0, in the Joint Qualifiers’ game for the 2022 FIFA World Cup and 2023 AFC Asian Cup held Tuesday night at the Panaad Park and Stadium in Bacolod. Neil Etheridge delivered […]
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Neil Etheridge reunites with Azkals brothers for FIFA World Cup qualifiers
Filipino-British football player Neil Etheridge will be reunited with the Philippine Azkals in a FIFA World Cup Qualifiers game to be held in Negros Occidental this October. The 29 year-old Cardiff City FC will serve as Team Philippines’ goalkeeper in a joint tournament qualification for the 2022 FIFA World Cup and the 2023 AFC Asian […]
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Good News Pilipinas! TV Express: Bacolod’s Wala Usik Cafe Advocates Zero-Waste Lifestyle
Bacolod’s Wala Usik Cafe is earning attention for its advocacy of zero-waste lifestyle. The store’s practice of no wastage was recognized by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources. The cafe owners hope their initiative helps customers make a lifestyle shift from throw-away to zero-waste. Watch the video for the full story. Like, Follow, Subscribe […]
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Google doodle colourful masks celebrate Bacolod’s 39th MassKara Festival
Google’s Doodle today marks the 39th anniversary of the MassKara Festival in the Philippines, a popular celebration known for its vibrant masks, feathers, costumes (like the one’s seen in today’s Doodle) and dancing on the streets.
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Rench Soriano wins Ballet Asian Grand Prix in Hong Kong
Rench Isaac Soriano from the Dance Pull School of Performing Arts in Bacolod has won the Youth Asian Grand Prix
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5 amazing things to find in the Philippines
With the diverse range environments across the Philippines, there is a lot to see and do there. There truly are lots of wonders you must see
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