Pro Wrestling Hall of Famer Rikishi, Samoan Dynasty Visit PH This March

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KnokX Pro, in partnership with RED Boxing International, is proud to announce the formation of a new, groundbreaking promotion in the world of professional wrestling – World Wrestling Asia (WWA.) The newly formed WWA will go on an initial publicity tour throughout the Philippines in March of 2020.

Pro wrestling Hall of Famer Rikishi, Reno "Black Pearl" Anoa'i and James "Maverick" Rikiel will arrive March 15 to hold clinics throughout the Philippines for local, aspiring, professional wrestlers. Following the publicity tour, World Wrestling Asia will host a “Road To The Philippines” show in Los Angeles, CA which will be broadcast live in order to build awareness and anticipation for the ensuing WWA tour of the Philippines in August 2020. The multi-city tour of the Philippines (tour name TBA) will include 14 different WWA shows across Asia, showcasing both local and international talent.

Together, KnokX Pro and RED Boxing International, as the WWA are committed to fostering local talent, putting on one of a kind spectacles for underserved markets, and reinventing the professional wrestling landscape in Asia.

KnokX Pro, founded by professional wrestler Reno “Black Pearl” Anoa’i (CEO,) and WWE Hall of Famer Junior

“Rikishi” Fatu (President) both of the famed SAMOAN DYNASTY, has become the premier destination for aspiring professional wrestlers across the globe. Located in the heart of Southern California, KnokX Pro has produced some of the most prominent competitors in the wrestling world today with alumni going on to work for organizations such as the WWE, NXT and MLW to name a few. In addition to developing some of the most premier talent in the wrestling world, KnokX Pro has also produced some of the most successful independent wrestling tours of the last decade, including: The 2009 Hulkamania Australia Tour, Nu Wrestling Evolution (NWE), and various high profile shows in Hollywood, CA.

RED Boxing International, founded by famed boxing promoter Rey "Cacoi" Almirante Rodis, is a promotional and management organization for professional boxers. As a third-generation promoter, Rodis has spent his entire life around boxing and has always used the sport as a vehicle to propel social good within his home country of the Philippines. With vast success in their previous boxing tours and ventures across Asia, RED Boxing Promotions decided to expand its reach in the world of combat sports by executing this unprecedented partnership with KnokX Pro.

The SAMOAN DYNASTY is the most storied lineage in the history of Professional Wrestling. Originating with “High Chief” Peter Maivia and The Wild Samoans - Afa and Sika Anoa’i - The SAMOAN DYNASTY has continuously churned out some of the greatest professional wrestlers that the world has ever seen. Former WWE Champions The Rock, Roman Reigns, and Yokozuna as well as former World Tag Team Champions The Usos, The Wild Samoans, and The Headshrinkers are just a few examples of the proud members of the SAMOAN DYNASTY. No matter the era, the SAMOAN DYNASTY has consistently left their impression on the entire Wrestling world. Vince McMahon was once quoted stating “This business was tailor made for the Samoan Dynasty.” In addition to cultivating their family members, The SAMOAN DYNASTY has trained some of the most renowned Sports Entertainers of all time including Batista and Rusev just to name a few. Now with Junior “Rikishi” Fatu and Reno “Black Pearl” Anoa’i at the helm, The SAMOAN DYNASTY plans to continue expanding their global reach

Mercury Drug Partners with Enchanted Kingdom for a Special Anniversary Promo

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The Philippines’ leading drugstore is turning 75 this year, and in celebration of their special milestone, they partner with the first and only premier theme park in the country, Enchanted Kingdom, to give its valued Suki a magical treat.

All Mercury Drug Suki and My Wallet card holders are entitled to avail of a discounted Regular Day Pass tickets. Price starts at P725.00 on weekdays and P825.00 on weekends from March 7-29, 2020!

Promo is open to ALL walk-in guests upon presentation of their MERCURY DRUG SUKI CARD, MERCURY DRUG MY WALLET CARD or MDC Employee ID. Maximum of ten (10) discounted tickets may be availed per card or ID/day. Discounted tickets are not valid for rebooking. Promo is available at the Makati Sales Office, Group Sales Office, and the Park’s Front Gate ticket booths. Promo is not valid in conjunction with any other promo including the Senior Citizen, PWD, and other special discounts.

For more information, please call 0939-935-3535 / (+632) 8 830 3535 or send an e-mail to ekcorpmarketing@gmail.com. To get fresh updates and announcements, don’t forget to like Enchanted Kingdom’s facebook page at www.facebook.com/enchantedkingdom.ph.

DOTr: Driver's License Exam to be Translated in Different Languages

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Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Arthur Tugade has directed the Land Transportation Office (LTO) to make the driver’s licensure exam available in English, Filipino or the language most common in the region.

Signed by Sec. Tugade, Department Order 2020-003, issued on 14 February 2020, states:

“In the interest of justice and for the effective enforcement of land transportation laws, the DOTr recognizes the need to afford examinees the opportunity to fully comprehend the Driver’s License Examination.”

According to Secretary Tugade, the initiative is a product of his dialogue with Davao Oriental 2nd District Representative Joel Mayo Z. Almario, which proves that no one has the monopoly of ideas in the road sector.

“Sa isang pulong, hiningi ni Cong. Mayo na isalin sa iba’t-ibang lenggwahe ang examination questions. Napakagandang suhestyon nyan kaya bakit hindi natin tatanggapin at ipatutupad?,” Sec. Tugade said.

The Transportation Chief likewise said that the initiative aims to put into consideration those who will be taking their exams in the Visayas and in Mindanao, and those who cannot understand either English or Filipino.

"The written examination for driver's license should not be limited to two languages -- English and Filipino. What if they will conduct the test in Visayas and in Mindanao, and those poor countrymen of mine cannot understand Tagalog and cannot fully understand English?" Secretary Tugade said during the Asia CEO Forum last 26 February 2020.

"I instructed the LTO, all examinations shall now be done in English, Tagalog, or the local language of the examinee."

The mandate complies with Article 14, Section 7 of the 1987 Constitution, which provides that “for purposes of communication and instruction, the official dialect of the Philippines are Filipino and, until otherwise provided by law, English. The regional dialect are the auxiliary official dialect in the regions and shall serve as auxiliary media of instruction therein.”

Directors of the LTO’s regional offices have 30 days to provide a translation of the driver's license exam in their respective regional languages from the effectivity of the order.

For his part, LTO Assistant Secretary Edgar C. Galvante said the agency has formed teams to translate the exam into each of the major languages. Each draft translation will be validated by experts of the language.

“We have already created a team for each of the major dialects. The assigned team will translate the driver’s license examination. The translation will be checked by experts of the language to ensure that the terms are accurate and official,” the LTO Chief said.

The department order shall take effect 15 days following the publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.