BIGGEST OKOY PINAKBET

 BIGGEST OKOY PINAKBET

Get ready for a one-of-a-kind celebration of La Union’s local flavors and culinary heritage on October 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM at SM City La Union, Biday, City of San Fernando, La Union!

Presented by SM & ATINLU, in partnership with Halo-Halo de Iloko, Petron GASUL - AQN Marketing, Uncle Tom Sukang Iloko, Aureo La Union, eLyU Food Park, MaVic's Egg Center and the City Government of San Fernando, La Union.

Join us as we celebrate local food, support our homegrown businesses, and showcase the rich flavors and culture of La Union. See you there!

#BiggestOkoyPinakbet #ATINLU #SMCityLaUnion #LaUnion

LU Wines

 LU Wines 

Join us on October 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM at SM City La Union, Biday, City of San Fernando, La Union, for a celebration of local wines, flavors, and the rich culture of La Union!

Presented by SM & ATINLU, in partnership with Halo-Halo de Iloko, Petron GASUL - AQN Marketing, Uncle Tom Sukang Iloko, Aureo La Union, eLyU Food Park, MaVic's Egg Center and the City Government of San Fernando, La Union.

Let’s celebrate our local products, support our tourism and food industries, and showcase the best of La Union together. See you there! 🍷✨

#LUWines #ATINLU #SMCityLaUnion #LaUnion #SupportLocal

BAGANI: THE GOLDEN WARRIOR Mister Continental World Philippines 2026 Glendon Gonzales Jr.

 BAGANI: THE GOLDEN WARRIOR

Mister Continental World Philippines 2026  Glendon Gonzales Jr.

Inspired by the Bagani, the revered warrior tradition of Mindanao, this costume celebrates the spirit of courage, strength, honor, and ancestral pride. The rich gold and brown palette symbolizes the warrior’s bravery, connection to the earth, and the richness of Indigenous heritage.

The design transforms traditional warrior elements into a powerful, regal, and contemporary silhouette, featuring bold sculptural details and intricate patterns.Every golden accent represents valor and leadership, while the deep brown tones evoke the land, ancestry, and roots from which the Bagani spirit rises.

Bagani: The Golden Warrior is a tribute to the enduring strength of the Filipino warrior—fearless in battle, noble in spirit, and proud of his heritage.

Designer: Simeon Cayetano

Photo : Gianne Paolo Anciano

MUA: Leo Sanchez , Xyred Tonianne , Anne Balagas , Josh Vasques Villamor, Kevin Klint Osik , Joshua Binondo

Hair : Dexter Bucog , Kyle Francisco , Rian Rivero

Locale : GPA Studio

Stylist : Edward James Castro

Personality Dev: Archie Yunson

Q&A Trainer : Roger Ramos

Media Partner & Mentor: Fritzgerald Alcaraz

Media Branding : Dr.Xavier Solis

Skin Care by Skin Global Empire

Dental Care by IDC Dental Clinic

Grooming Clinic : IDC Studio

National Director: Gilbs Espiritu

Publicist & Media Consultant : Airwind Bautista

Pageant Director: Raymund Seranillo

GLENDON GONZALES JR. — MISTER CONTINENTAL WORLD PHILIPPINES 2026

 

GLENDON GONZALES JR. — MISTER CONTINENTAL WORLD PHILIPPINES 2026 

Man of the Philippines proudly announces the appointment of Glendon Gonzales Jr. as the official representative of the Philippines to Mister Continental World 2026!

Glendon, from Cebu and a model of GPA Models and Talent Management Philippines, is ready to carry the Philippine flag to Thailand and represent our country in this year’s international competition.

Get ready to know more about Glendon in the coming days—his story, personality, preparations, and everything you need to know as he gets ready to compete internationally.

The Mister Continental World 2026 activities will be held from October 4–10, 2026, in Thailand, with the Grand Finale happening on October 10.

Follow the Man of the Philippines social media pages for more updates and get to know our representative!

Facebook: www.Facebook.com/manofthephilippines

IG: @manofthephilippines

#MisterContinentalWorld #ManOfThePhilippines #GPAModels #Glendon

HISTORY IS MADE IN BALI — THE PHILIPPINES CLAIMS THE INAUGURAL LIVE MISS INTERGLOBAL CROWN!

 

HISTORY IS MADE IN BALI — THE PHILIPPINES CLAIMS THE INAUGURAL LIVE MISS INTERGLOBAL CROWN! 

Congratulations, Miss Philippines Margarette Siat Briton, for making history as the first-ever Miss Interglobal Queen of the LIVE edition, capturing the coveted Miss Interglobal 2026 crown in Bali, Indonesia!

A truly remarkable international victory for the Philippines. With her grace, confidence, beauty, intelligence, and determination, Margarette has brought immense pride to the Philippine pageantry community and written a new chapter in the country’s continuing legacy on the global stage.

Congratulations to ALV Pageant Circle and Sir Arnold Vegafria for bringing home another prestigious international crown for the Philippines. Your unwavering dedication, vision, and commitment to Philippine pageantry continue to produce queens who proudly carry the Philippine flag on the world stage.

And congratulations to the Miss Interglobal Organization for the successful inaugural staging of the Miss Interglobal 2026 Finals in Bali, Indonesia — a significant milestone in the evolution of the competition into a live international pageant.

 A NEW ERA FOR MISS INTERGLOBAL

The Miss Interglobal journey began as a virtual pageant in Lagos, Nigeria, in 2021, with Thailand’s Nachita Jantana initially crowned the first titleholder. The title was subsequently assumed by Filipina Miriam Damoah, marking the pageant’s early chapter in its virtual format.

With the organization’s transition to a physical international grand final in Bali, Indonesia, Miss Interglobal has entered an exciting new era — transforming from its virtual beginnings into a live global celebration of beauty, culture, and international sisterhood.

And now, Margarette Siat Briton stands at the forefront of that new era.

She is not simply another titleholder.

She is the FIRST QUEEN of the LIVE Miss Interglobal era.

MARGARETTE SIAT BRITON
MISS INTERGLOBAL 2026
The first queen of a new global chapter.

From the Philippines to Bali, history has been made.

 

 

 

#MissInterglobal2026 #MargaretteSiatBriton #MissPhilippines #Philippines #ALVPageantCircle

SALI: Culture, Arts and Heritage Research Forum

 I still remember this meaningful seminar last year—SALI: Culture, Arts and Heritage Research Forum, organized by the Provincial Tourism Office of the Provincial Government of La Union on August 27–28, 2025

The two-day forum brought together individuals who shared a common passion for preserving, understanding, and celebrating the rich culture, arts, heritage, and history of La Union. It was more than just a seminar—it was a space for research, dialogue, knowledge-sharing, and a renewed appreciation of who we are and where we came from.

That is why it is truly sad that this kind of meaningful forum did not happen this year.

I strongly believe that if we want to build a great present and a better future, we must first learn to give value to our past. Our heritage and culture are not simply stories of yesterday—they are part of our identity. They remind us of where we came from, the struggles and achievements of our ancestors, and the foundations they built for us to enjoy the present we have today.

We cannot move forward without understanding the journey that brought us here.

To give value to our heritage is to give value to our identity. To preserve our culture is to honor those who came before us. And to learn from our past is to help build a stronger future for the generations yet to come.

I hope that forums like SALI: Culture, Arts and Heritage Research Forum will continue and be sustained in the coming years. We need more spaces where our researchers, cultural workers, artists, students, historians, tourism stakeholders, and communities can come together to rediscover, document, protect, and celebrate the priceless heritage of La Union.

Because our past is not something we should leave behind.

It is something we should remember, preserve, and carry with us as we build the future.

The Cory Quirino Era: Six Years, Six Placements in Miss World

 The Cory Quirino Era: Six Years, Six Placements in Miss World

Did you know that when the Miss World Philippines franchise was under Cory Quirino, every single one of her queens successfully placed at the international Miss World competition?

Cory Quirino took over the Miss World Philippines franchise in 2011, marking the beginning of a remarkable six-year journey from 2011 to 2016.

And what a record it was:

👑 2011 – Gwendoline Ruais

🥈 1st Runner-Up – Miss World 2011

👑 2012 – Queenierich Rehman

🏅 Top 15 – Miss World 2012

👑 2013 – Megan Young

👑 MISS WORLD 2013 – The Philippines' first Miss World crown

👑 2014 – Valerie Weigmann

🏅 Top 25 – Miss World 2014

👑 2015 – Hillarie Parungao

🏅 Top 10 – Miss World 2015

👑 2016 – Catriona Gray

🏅 Top 5 – Miss World 2016

From Gwendoline's 1st Runner-Up finish in her very first year, to Megan Young winning the country's first Miss World crown, followed by consistent placements from Queenierich, Valerie, Hillarie and Catriona, the Cory Quirino era certainly left a significant mark in Philippine pageantry.

Six years. Six queens. Six Miss World placements.

That is a legacy worth remembering. 👑🇵🇭

Photo Credits to the Miss World Philippines for the photographs

MISTERS OF FILIPINAS 2026 – NUEVA ECIJA Arvin Jay Santos

 MISTERS OF FILIPINAS 2026 – NUEVA ECIJA

Arvin Jay Santos is  a Licensed Professional Teacher and Magna Cum Laude graduate of Bachelor of Physical Education from Wesleyan University-Philippines.

A sports and fitness enthusiast, Arvin believes that an active lifestyle helps people live a healthy and meaningful life. As an educator, he hopes to inspire and empower others through his passion for teaching.

His advocacy, “Quality Education for All,”promotes accessible and meaningful education for everyone, regardless of their background.

With his passion, purpose, and dedication to education, Arvin Jay Santos is ready to use his voice and platform to inspire the next generation.

Support Arvin as he takes on the challenge of becoming the next Misters of Filipinas King!👑

#MistersOfFilipinas2026 #13thAnnualMistersOfFilipinas #13thMOF #NuevaEcija #QualityEducationForAll #MasculinityWithResponsibility 

Mister Friendship International Philippines 2026

 Mister Friendship International Philippines 2026 

Grand Winner : Rence Aldrich Mendoza - Paranaque

Ambassador : Heinrich Sanchez - San Pablo, Laguna 

Tourism : Kier Puno- Pampanga

Mister Friendship International Philippines- ICON

Cjay Quizon - Bulacan

Aries Ronie - Ilocos Sur

Clark Bautista - Lubao, Pampanga 

Ryan Cruz - Cagayan Province

#pageant #Philippines

FROM MUTYA NG PILIPINAS TO INTERNATIONAL GLORY!

 FROM MUTYA NG PILIPINAS TO INTERNATIONAL GLORY!

Some pageant journeys are more than just about winning a crown—they are about dreams, determination, and the courage to keep chasing the bigger stage.

Back in Mutya ng Pilipinas 2012, two Filipinas embarked on journeys that would eventually lead them to the pinnacle of international pageantry. 👑

Emma Mary Tiglao — who went on to capture the Miss Grand International 2025 crown

Mutya Johanna Datul — who brought home the Miss Supranational 2013 title

Two women. Two international crowns. One remarkable connection that traces back to Mutya ng Pilipinas 2012.✨

From the national stage to the world stage, their stories prove that a pageant crown can be more than a title—it can be the beginning of a dream that reaches far beyond the Philippines. 

Mutya ng Pilipinas 2012 — where the journey began, and the world eventually took notice.

#MutyaNgPilipinas #EmmaMaryTiglao #MutyaJohannaDatul #MissGrandInternational2025 #MissSupranational2013  #PageantHistory #FilipinaQueens #InternationalQueens 

The Philippines has its second Miss Supranational! ✨🇵🇭

 Ma. Katrina "Kat" Llegado is a Filipina beauty queen, Philippine Air Force reservist, and Financial Management graduate from De La Salle University. Her pageant journey is a testament to perseverance and determination—from being crowned Reina Hispanoamericana Filipinas 2019 in Miss World Philippines and finishing as 5th Runner-Up at Reina Hispanoamericana 2019, to placing 2nd Runner-Up at Miss Universe Philippines 2022 and reaching the Top 6 in 2025, she earned the Miss Supranational Philippines title, setting the stage for the biggest achievement of her career.

The Philippines has its second Miss
Supranational! 

Ma. Katrina Llegado has been crowned Miss Supranational 2026, making history as the Philippines' second titleholder and the first-ever Supra Queen to wear the iconic Fioletowa Crown.

This remarkable victory further strengthens the Philippines' legacy in international pageantry and marks a proud moment that Filipinos around the world will celebrate for years to come.

During the SupraModel she received a lot of bashing when she did not enter the top 2 per continent but she emerged victorious when she won the crown in the finale night so it is a learning lesson not to underestimate the Filipina queen.

Congratulations, Kat! Maraming salamat sa napakagandang laban at sa muling pagtaas ng bandila ng Pilipinas. 

Your triumph is an inspiration to the nation!

#MissSupranational #MissSupranational2026 #MissSupranationalPhilippines #KatrinaLlegado #Philippines

Mr. World Philippines 2026 and the ALV Pageant Circle Kings were crowned

 Aaron Davis, Albay - Mr. World Philippines 2026 

Sean Kyle Ramirez, Quezon City- 1st Runner-up 

Christian Villarin, Iloilo - 2nd Runner-up

Mr. Universe Philippines 2026 - FIL-COM OF CANADA (Logan Culp)

Mr. Globe Philippines 2026 - BAGUIO (Paris Cabuco)

Mr. Model International Philippines 2026 - NUEVA ECIJA (Wendell Oliver Pamfilo)

Master of the World Philippines 2026 - MANILA (Kristoffer Alexei Cruz)

Mr. Interglobal Philippines 2026 - PANGASINAN (Alex Herberich)

Mr. Glamour Look Philippines 2026 - BULACAN (Jesus Guinto)

Mr. Tourism Philippines 2026 - PAMPANGA (Christan Manalo)

Mr. Universe and Mr. Teen Universe delegates from the Philippines were crowned

Mr. Universe Philippines 2026 - Jastine Dalampasig | Isabela
1st Runner-Up | Mervin Lacanaria - Caloocan
2nd Runner-Up | Jayvinne Klein Jainar - Parañaque City

Mr. Teen Universe Philippines 2026 - Richard Tuazon | Tiaong, Quezon
1st Runner-Up | Shawn Maxwell McElligott - Calumpit, Bulacan

 

The two Filipina Miss Supranational Wnners

 The two Filipina Miss Supranational Wnners

2013:Mutya Johanna Datul of Isabela
2026: Ma. Katrina Llegado

Indeed both pride of the pageantry of the Philippines.

#MissSupranational
#mutyadatul
#KatrinaLlegado
#Philippines

The Tourism legacy of Michelle Reyes

 Michelle Reyes, Philippines

Miss Tourism International 2001
Miss Tourism World 2002

Michelle Reyes may not have won one of the traditional major international beauty pageants, but her achievements are truly exceptional. By winning both Miss Tourism International 2001 and Miss Tourism World 2002, she became one of the most successful tourism queens from the Philippines.

Her back-to-back international victories helped promote tourism, culture, and goodwill around the world. Because of these outstanding accomplishments, Michelle Reyes is widely regarded as the Queen of Global Tourism—a title that reflects her lasting impact on international tourism pageants.

Ibit's Farm Leads Gakakan Tree Conservation Project Through Seed Donations

  

City of San Fernando, La Union — Ibit's Farm, led by Mr. Manuel Gurion Acosta, has launched a Gakakan Tree Conservation Project by donating Gakakan tree seeds to government agencies, schools, tourism stakeholders, and environmental advocates in La Union and other parts of the Philippines.

The project aims to protect and preserve the Gakakan tree, a native species that is becoming harder to find in many areas. By growing and planting more Gakakan trees today, the project hopes to prevent the species from disappearing and ensure that future generations can still enjoy its many environmental benefits.

This initiative is Mr. Acosta's personal contribution in support of the environmental programs of the Association of Tourism Industries and Networks in La Union (ATINLU) and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of La Union (CCILU). It also encourages everyone—from government agencies and schools to businesses and local communities—to work together in protecting the environment.

The donated seeds will be grown by the recipient organizations before being planted in forests, watersheds, schools, parks, farms, and other suitable areas. As the trees grow, they will help improve biodiversity, prevent soil erosion, absorb carbon dioxide, and make communities more resilient to climate change.

Mr. Acosta believes that protecting native trees is everyone's responsibility.

"Every Gakakan tree we plant today helps protect our environment and gives future generations the chance to enjoy this valuable native tree. Conservation starts with each one of us."

ATINLU and CCILU welcomed the project, saying it is a great example of how the agriculture, tourism, business, education, and government sectors can work together to care for the environment.

Recipients of Gakakan Tree Seeds

Government Agencies

• CENRO City of San Fernando – 1,000 seeds
• MENRO Bacnotan – 1,000 seeds
• MENRO Balaoan – 1,000 seeds
• MENRO Bangar – 1,000 seeds
• MENRO Luna – 1,000 seeds
• MENRO Santol – 1,000 seeds
• MENRO San Juan – 1,000 seeds
• MAO Sudipen – 1,000 seeds

Educational Institution

• DMMMSU–North La Union Campus (through Sir Celso Jucutan) – 10,000 seeds

Individual Recipients

• SBM TJ Ortega – 1,000 seeds
• Steven Angelo – 1,000 seeds

Tourism Stakeholders

• Uvas Café – 500 Gakakan seeds and 3 Balitbitan seedlings
• Villa Navarro – 200 Gakakan seeds and 3 Balitbitan seedlings

Other Provinces

• Grecia Shaeron (Jaro, Iloilo) – 1,000 seeds
• Deogenes Alejandro E. Abitona (Malaybalay City, Bukidnon) – 1,000 seeds

The Gakakan Tree Conservation Project is only the beginning. Through this initiative, Ibit's Farm hopes to inspire more people to plant, protect, and preserve the Gakakan tree so that it will continue to grow in our forests and communities for many generations to come.

Before judging Gwendoline Meliz Soriano, know the facts.

 Toxicity in Pageantry:

Before judging Gwendoline Meliz Soriano, know the facts.

Long before she became Bb. Pilipinas International 2026, she had already founded Project Beloved PH, empowering the youth through outreach and volunteerism. She never needed a crown to serve her community because service has always been part of who she is.

Saying she is not using her platform for the country ignores the work she has already been doing even before winning a title.

Gwendoline is a beauty queen, not a political activist. No title obliges someone to speak on every issue. She has already expressed her stand against corruption, and she has every right to choose how and when to use her voice.

Instead of attacking someone who has just achieved a remarkable milestone, why not celebrate her success? We don't have to agree on everything, but we should at least be fair. Judge people based on facts—not assumptions. Sometimes, the best way to honor someone's victory is to let them enjoy it.