Newsletter: Dexcon Fast Break – Homecomings and Returns Happening this February

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Dexcon starts 2026 off to a rapid pace with Dexcon Fast Break! Heart-stopping pro-wrestling action will happen on February 15 at Brawlpit Bulusan, Quezon City.

Kickstart the New Year in Style with 10 Free Feel-Good Shows on Samsung TV Plus

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Samsung TV Plus user interface on a Samsung Smart TV

Need some downtime to ease yourself into 2026? Here’s a tip from us – sit back and relax on the couch with some heartwarming shows that will set the mood for fresh beginnings. Whether you’re soaking up these cozy moments with family or carving out some well-deserved me-time, some dedicated TV time can be a much-needed reset before you dive into the year ahead. 

Newsletter: Game On! XPRESS Super App Tips Off the 2025 XPRESS Basketball League (XBL) — Celebrating a Year of Milestones and Community Spirit

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Fresh from a year of headline-making achievements—including its recognition by Forbes Asia as one of the “100 to Watch” companies, the successful launch of new services expanding XPRESS Super App’s footprint in Metro Manila, and its continued partnership growth with key industry allies like Cebuana Lhuillier—XPRESS Super App is once again proving that success starts with people.

Newsletter: Dexcon Sari-Sari Slam will be a show full of homecomings and bodyslams

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Dexcon returns this October with Sari-Sari Slam on October 18th and 19th!

The meet and greet will happen on October 18 (Saturday) at Hobby Stadium. The wrestling show for Dexcon Sari-Sari Slam will be at Brawlpit Bulusan on October 19 (Sunday). 

Newsletter: Alsons Power Scholars Bring Pride to the Nation, Set to Compete Globally this October

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In-photo: Alsons Power CEO Antonio Miguel B. Alcantara (rightmost) and Vice President for Corporate Services Maria Jiji Q. Lara (leftmost) together with Coach Allen Diaz, Jhodie Peralta, Princess Jay Ann Diaz, and Alexandra Ann Diaz.

Pride and inspiration filled the room as Alsons Power’s weightlifting scholars Jhodie A. Peralta, Princess Jay Ann Diaz, and Alexandra Ann Diaz, together with Coach Allen Diaz, shared a Kamustahan session with CEO Antonio Miguel B. Alcantara before representing the Philippines at the Asian Youth Games in Bahrain this October.

Newsletter: Art of Eight Launches First Bang Muay Thai Program in Asia at Rockwell Atletica

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Art of Eight, the training community under Bang Muay Thai Philippines Inc., has officially launched the first Bang Muay Thai program in Asia. The structured and inclusive training system from the United States is now available at Rockwell Atletica, offering Filipinos a new way to train in martial arts. The program is based on UFC-proven techniques developed by legendary coach Duane “Bang” Ludwig.

Newsletter: PUSO Wrestling Unleashes “Bakunawa” — A Night of Myth, Legacy, and Heart

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 PUSO Wrestling proudly presents its next grand live event, BAKUNAWA, a showcase of hard-hitting action, Filipino passion, and world-class storytelling. Inspired by the mythical moon-eating dragon, Bakunawa promises to be a night where legends collide, rivalries ignite, and the spirit of Pinoy Wrestling shines brighter than ever.

Newsletter: Dexcon Peksman – The Promise of an Awesome Pro Wrestling Weekend

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Dexcon returns with Dexcon Peksman, a three-day event spanning from August 22 to August 24! Get ready for a packed wrestling weekend starting with Baka Gaijin + Friends MNL at the Social House in Circuit Makati on August 22. The Meet and Greet will be at the Attack Arena Shaw on August 23. The series of events will end with the Dexcon Peksman show at Brawlpit Bulusan on August 24. 

Newsletter: REDISCOVER WORLD-CLASS GOLF AT FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTS

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Fairmont Banff Springs

Fairmont’s golf courses offer an unmatched blend of championship play and breathtaking scenery, creating unforgettable experiences for players of all levels. Set against stunning backdrops—from the rugged peaks of the Canadian Rockies to the sun-soaked coastlines of California, the lush landscapes of Mexico to Scotland in St Andrews, the home of golf —each designed by leading architects. These world-class fairways not only challenge and inspire golfers but also celebrate the beauty and character of their surroundings, all while delivering the signature hospitality and personalized service that define the Fairmont experience.

Newsletter: PUSO Wrestling: KARERA – High-Speed Action Hits the Ring This July

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Buckle up for a night of breakneck battles and full-throttle Pinoy wrestling as PUSO Wrestling proudly presents its first 2025 show: KARERA, happening on Sunday, July 6, 2025, 6:00 PM at Brawl Pit Bulusan, Quezon City. With speed, stakes, and spirit on the line, KARERA promises to be a rollercoaster ride for fans of hard-hitting, high-flying action. 

Newsletter: 13-year-old Swimmer with Autism Dives into Global Stage, Qualifies for Oceanman Dubai

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13-year-old Palmer Taliño Taray, a teenager from Davao City diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), qualified for the prestigious open water swimming competition in Dubai after triumphantly finishing the first ever Oceanman Philippines held in Siargao on 5 April 2025.

Newsletter: Dexcon Dakila is Primed to be the Country’s Biggest Pro Wrestling Show in 2025

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Dexcon has a packed weekend this coming May with Dexcon Dakila! The Philippines’ biggest pro wrestling show in 2025 will happen from May 17 to May 18, 2025. 

Newsletter: Collective action in motion: Championing sustainability through the first-ever GCash Eco Run in Manila

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(L-R) IKEA Philippines country business navigation manager Frida Wallin, GCash group head of new businesses Winsley Bangit, Silliman University Institute of Environmental and Marine Sciences (IEMS) project coordinator and professor emeritus Dr. Hilconida P. Calumpong, IKEA Philippines country retail manager Ricardo Pinheiro, and GCash sustainability head CJ Alegre.

GCash, the leading financial super app and largest cashless ecosystem in the Philippines, is mounting its first-ever Eco Run on March 23, 2025, along Ayala Avenue, Makati City.

U CAN C THROUGH HIM

03/10/2025 03:47:28 PM

Matapos ang lagpas dalawang dekada ay isa na namang ganap na kontrabida si John Cena, isa sa mga pinakatanyag na superstar na binabandera ng World Wrestling Entertainment.

Newsletter: SPOTV NOW Secures Exclusive Streaming Rights for AEW PPV Events and Snow League in Southeast Asia

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SPOTV NOW, a leading sports OTT platform, is thrilled to announce that it has secured exclusive streaming rights for All Elite Wrestling (AEW) pay-per-view (PPV) events and the Snow League in Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines, Thailand (except AEW) and Hong Kong. 

Newsletter: Dexcon: WrestleStorm 2 – Enter the 2025 Pro Wrestling Storm with Dexcon!

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Dexcon is brewing up a storm this March with Dexcon: WrestleStorm 2. The two-day event will have a meet and greet on March 15 at Onyang’s Café and the main wrestling show on March 16 at Brawlpit Bulusan, Quezon City.

Newsletter: Xpress Ride Hailing App Powers the 1st Xpress Beach Tennis Cup in Boracay: A Game-Changer for Philippine Sports Tourism

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Get ready for a thrilling Beach Tennis showdown! The Boracay Racquet Sports Club PH, in collaboration with the Philippine Tennis Association, is bringing the inaugural Xpress Beach Tennis Cup to Boracay from January 30 to April 27, 2025. Featuring fierce competition from top players across the globe—including the Philippines, Japan, Australia, Thailand, and Italy—this event promises to be an unforgettable sporting spectacle. As the official sponsor, Xpress Ride Hailing ensures easy and fast transportation for fans and players alike. Don't miss your chance to be part of the action and witness Boracay’s rise as a premier sports tourism hotspot!

Make WWE Great Again

06/13/2024 11:38:35 AM

Photo from WWE. Obtained via The Illuminerdi.

First of all, pardon for sounding like a US rightist politician there. Well, it's a struggle to name this opinionated piece, with the other being “In Hunter We Trust,” as some religious wrestling fans would probably say, no matter how realistically agnostic they may seem.

ReView: The Last Dance

11/30/2024 07:43:11 PM

Over the turn of the decade, documentaries suddenly became more and more interesting to see on the streaming platforms. Enter The Last Dance into the equation.

ReView: Mr. McMahon (TV series)

11/30/2024 11:52:57 AM

Mr. McMahon TV series poster by Netflix. Obtained via IMDB

Mr. McMahon is a documentary television miniseries depicting the life and times of Vince McMahon, one of the most polarizing personalities – not just in the wrestling industry, but in pop culture in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.