China’s coach apologizes to fans

LIGHTNING struck twice for China in men’s basketball and the back-to-back losses against the Philippines has led its Serbian head coach Sasha Djordjevic to apologize for the team’s shortcomings. First, the Chinese suffered a 96-75 beating at the hands of Gilas Pilipinas at the close of the 2023 FIBA World …

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Marcial thankful for support from countrymen

DESPITE not being able to bring home the gold medal from China, Filipino boxer Eumir Marcial held his head high and offered his Asian Games silver medal to his countrymen. Marcial, who bagged the bronze in the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, said he would have not been able to reach …

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‘Fruitcake’ — a medley of stories and actors

Fruitcake can be argued as the quintessential Christmas present in the Philippines — it’s sweet, nutty and it’s accessible for last-minute gift-giving. A whiff of the cake and a bite of its moist texture bring memories of Christmases gone by, making it a beloved holiday tradition. But perhaps the most …

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Megaworld incorporates sampaguita in its hospitality brand

PROMINENT property developer Megaworld Corp. formally introduced its Sampaguita brand of hospitality at Kingsford Hotel Manila, with Megaworld Hotels and Resorts managing director Cleofe Albiso leading the launch. Citing the five senses — sight, smell, touch, hearing and taste — Albiso said Megaworld Hotels and Resorts resonates with the values …

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Hilton raises the glass to piña colada


Hilton Hotels in the Philippines is set to take the country by storm this October, as they proudly celebrate their historical connection to the world-famous Piña Colada cocktail. Originating in 1954 at Caribe Hilton in Puerto Rico, thanks to the ingenuity of bartender Ramon “Monchito” Marrero, Hilton Hotels showcases its …

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