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Sons of the south: PJ Simon, basketball stars from Mindanao join grand ‘homecoming’ in Davao with PLDT Home

Written by louiseinthehouse on April 30, 2024

PLDT Home’s Fiber Fastbreak series flies far south to connect with the city’s passionate hoops community. Bannering the meet-and-greet are ‘The Scoring Apostle’ Peter June Simon and TNT Tropang Giga players Gryann Mendoza from Davao and Poy Erram and Glenn Khobuntin from Cagayan de Oro, plus teammate and PBA star Jayson ‘The Blur’ Castro TNT Tropang Giga stars Gryann Mendoza, Poy Erram, Glenn Khobuntin, and Jayson Castro plus Davao-based PJ “The Scoring Apostle” Simon at PLDT Ponciano Davao. The Philippines is no doubt a hoop-crazed country, with some standout areas becoming well-known for developing top amateur and professional talent. Down south in Mindanao is no exception, being the home of stars such as NLEX Road Warriors’ Baser Amer and Meralco Bolts’ Alvin Pasaol from Davao, and “The Scoring Apostle” Peter June Simon from Cotabato who would later become a bigger name playing for Davao. On a mission to celebrate the […]

Red Bull Half Court’s First Davao Champions set to conquer National Finals in Manila!

Written by louiseinthehouse on April 10, 2024

In a showdown of talent and tenacity, the Red Bull Half Court Qualifiers in Davao reached its thrilling conclusion. Blancas Golden Knights dominated the men’s division, while Coaches Corner showcased their supremacy in the women’s category, commanding the court with their exceptional skill and determination. From buzzer-beaters to jaw-dropping crossovers, the event witnessed the best of Davao’s streetball scene – crowning Davao’s first-ever Red Bull Half Court champions. Rising stars emerged, leaving an indelible mark on the court and setting the stage for an electrifying journey ahead. The victorious teams from Davao now advance to the National Qualifiers, where they will face off against other regional champions from across the country alongside wildcard teams consisting of professional players to make the competition more intense. “We worked so hard to prepare for this league, and we made sure to stay focused throughout each game and not become complacent. Also, we leave […]

PNP, GCash nab 4 police officers for robbery and extortion

Written by louiseinthehouse on April 1, 2024

Four uniformed personnel from the Quezon City Police District (QCPD) were recently arrested by the Philippine National Police (PNP), aided by the popular finance app GCash, following complaints reported by detainees of alleged robbery and extortion in exchange for their release without charges. The complaint included unauthorized GCash money transfer from the detainees’ smartphone while in the custody of the said police officers. According to the first complainant alias ‘Gabi’, the five of them were apprehended by the suspects for illegal gambling. They were taken to their barracks after confiscating gambling funds which reportedly amounted to P75,000. He was then released without charges with his confiscated phone returned to him. The latter soon discovered that there was an unauthorized transfer from his GCash account of P11,929 to another GCash account, allegedly while his phone was in the custody of the suspected police officers. Meanwhile, Gabi’s son under the alias of […]

GMA Regional TV brings Kapuso stars to celebrate Araw ng Dabaw 2024

Written by louiseinthehouse on March 14, 2024

Jennylyn Mercado, Ruru Madrid, Jillian Ward in Davao GMA Regional TV is making 87th Araw ng Dabaw more exciting and unforgettable as it brings the biggest and brightest Kapuso stars from the hit programs “Love. Die. Repeat.”, “Asawa ng Asawa Ko,” “Black Rider,” and “Abot Kamay na Pangarap” to Davao City this weekend. Set to spread joy and love this Saturday (March 16) through a Kapuso Mall Show at Gaisano Grand Citygate Mall in Buhangin, Davao City at 4pm is no less than the Ultimate Star Jennylyn Mercado from GMA Prime’s “Love. Die. Repeat.” Making the afternoon even more hotter and livelier are Spark artists Liezel Lopez and Martin del Rosario from “Asawa ng Asawa Ko.“ The fun and excitement continue the next day (March 17) as Primetime Action Hero and “Black Rider” himself Ruru Madrid and “Abot Kamay na Pangarap” actress, Star of the New Gen Jillian Ward, banner […]

BPI joins forces with organizations to empower farmers and fisherfolks nationwide

Written by louiseinthehouse on January 3, 2024

The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI), through its social development arm, BPI Foundation(BPIF), forge four transformative partnerships aimed at enhancing agricultural sustainability,empowering local communities, and fostering economic resilience across diverse regions in thePhilippines. Aligned with BPI Foundation’s theme, “Kasama Lahat sa Pag-Unlad,” Farm-to-Table is a holisticprogram that aims to uplift the lives of Filipino farmers and fisherfolks through capacity building,education, innovation and technology, entrepreneurship, market access, and financial inclusion.These collaborations are made possible through BPIF’s commitment to fostering inclusive growthand sustainable development, leveraging the expertise of key partners to drive positive changeacross the country.