November 23, 2009
Announcements, Davao City, Entertainment, Events, Features, Mindanaoan Update, News, Sports, Tourism
Thankfully, my fellow Dabawenyos and I can now finally say that our beloved Davao City REALLY is a world-class city to live in. I just learned that the world’s most livable city will soon have its very own sports dome — fully airconditioned, ready to accommodate roughly 8,000 people and worth roughly P100 million.
And here’s something that may surprise a lot of people — the City Government of Davao need not shell out a single cent since the funds for this project have been sourced elsewhere — i.e. the national government funds.
Interestingly, the funding for this Davao City sports dome will be taken from the congressional development fund of the Speaker of the House Prospero Nograles, a certified Dabawenyo.
Nograles said that the initial P100 million was taken from the national budget while an additional P40 million will be taken from his congressional funds.
With P140 million allocated for this project, expect a world class sports facility, according to Nograles.
Are Dabawenyos really happy about this project, though?
To be erected at the University of Southeastern Philippines (USEP) in Obrero, construction for the Davao City sports dome will begin in the next 6 months.
Yup, before the May 2010 elections…and yup, during the campaign season.
Nograles’ son, Atty. Karlo Nograles, is reportedly eyeing a national position — observers say that he may run for congress. His father is reportedly eyeing the mayoralty seat in Davao City.
I could only wish that this Davao City sports dome issue not be used during the campaign season…but then again we know this is wishful thinking.
The sports dome will reportedly have commercial spaces. These will be rented out to generate income. The income, according to Nograles, will be used to fund scholarship programs.
Anyways, politics aside, the Davao City sports dome is a welcome development. Finally, big shows can now be organized in Davao City. We may even be able to host a Philippine Basketball Association game! Right now, I think Panabo is the only nearest venue for PBA games in Mindanao.
Event organizers will be happy to know of this sports dome in Davao City. Question is…will locals be pleased?
LikeNovember 15, 2009
Events, Features, Headline, Mindanaoan Update, News, Sarangani, SoSCksargen, Soccksargen, Society, Socsksargen, Sports
Fellow Mindanaoan and the world’s best pound for pound boxing champ Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao has defeated Puerto Rican boxer Miguel Cotto just a few minutes ago. Pacquiao won against Cotto on the 12th round via TKO. The boxing referee had to stop the fight with only 55 seconds remaining in the 12th round.
Filipino boxing champ Pacquiao, who now has 7 boxing titles, has successfully grabbed the World Boxing Organization welterweight boxing title. The Pacquiao versus Cotto fight took place Saturday night at MGM Grand Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA.
During the fight, Cotto was knocked down twice and his ears, nose and most of his face got bloodied.
Congratulations Manny Pacquiao! The world, especially the Philippines, is truly proud of you!
November 6, 2009
Controversial, Culture, Entertainment, Events, Features, General Santos City, Mindanaoan Artists, Mindanaoan Update, News, Personalities, Sarangani, SoSCksargen, Soccksargen, Society, Socsksargen, Sports
Fellow Mindanaoan and world boxing champ Manny Pacquiao is back on the cover of TIME magazine. An article about his rise, fame and everything else in between can also be found in this most recent TIME magazine article about this Filipino boxer and the best pound for pound boxer so far.
Check out wifey Jinkee’s name on his arm! 
Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao is set to face Puerto Rico’s Miguel Cotto on November 14, 2009 at MGM Las Vegas, Nevada. If he wins, this will be Manny’s 7th worth title in different weight classes.
Which reminds me…where will you watch this Pacquiao vs Cotto fight?
Just in case you missed the Pacman’s guesting on the late night talk show Jimmy Kimmel LIVE!, check this out.
November 3, 2009
Bukidnon, Business, Cagayan de Oro City, Features, Leisure, Mindanaoan Update, Society, Sports, Tourism, Travel, northern mindanao
Bukidnon, Mindanao no longer means just pineapples, cool climate and lush greenery. It’s now home to the longest zipline in Asia – Dahilayan Adventure Park’s Zipzone! I know that Mindanaoan has featured this piece of news way back in September but ZipZone offers new and exciting adventure that it deserves to be continually promoted, yes? Besides, two of my friends got featured on the front page of Inquirer because of this new Mindanao tourist destination!
Say hello to my fellow thrill seekers Moi and Des: (photo courtesy of Inquirer/Cai Panlilio)
Located at the verdant Dahilayan Adventure Park in Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon (an hour’s drive away from nearby Cagayan de Oro City, Northern Mindanao), Asia’s longest Dual Cable Zipline is now open for business. Check out the rates below: (do note that these are introductory rates only)
Fast facts about this zipline adventure in Northern Mindanao:
- Dual Carrying cables each 840 meters long point to point
- Safety cable also 840 meters long
- Total length of cables: 2,460 meters
- Elevation drop: 100meters
- Estimated speed: 60-100KPH
- Launch point Location at 4000 ft ASL
How to get to ZIPZONE Extreme Zip Line Adventure – Manolo Fortich is about an hour’s drive away from Cagayan de Oro City, Mindanao. As soon as you reach Alae (one landmark would be the Alae footbath…all vehicles entering the Bukidnon province will need to stop at the footbath area), take note of a rotunda. You will see this before you reach the Alae bridge. Take this road. Go straight ahead until you reach Camp Philips (this is where most Del Monte employees live). Drive further until you reach Dahilayan.
Merco Davao is celebrating its 63rd Anniversary! And in celebration of this momentous occasion, they’re sponsoring a 4th Fun Run competition on October 25, 2009. Categories include 3K run, 5K, 10K and a special category where you can jog along with your pet! How cute is that? Check out the flyer below:
Interested parties can call Maricel or Edward at tel. number (082) 221 7313.
I have many fond memories of Merco Davao City. My family and I used to visit their Bolton branch a few times every week. Up to this day, it’s still our favorite place for our share of creamy leche flan.
What about you? What about Merco do you like?
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