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On August 31, the KDR Adventure Camp in Bataan once again became the proving ground for endurance athletes as Titans at KDRAC returned with a full day of intense competition. The event brought together participants for obstacle course races and the much-awaited Titans Junior Run, filling the campgrounds with energy and excitement.
The event drew athletes of all ages, from elite runners to grassroots participants, showcasing grit, camaraderie, and determination.
After hours of racing under the Bataan sun, winners were crowned across the Elite and Age Group categories, capping off a day that highlighted not just competition, but also community and the spirit of adventure.
Elite Category 10km
Male
1st place - Ryan Adam Wigan (Barretto Runner)
2nd place - France Gordo
3rd place - Bhong Gatbonton (Gym Direction)
Female
1st place - Erica Lachica (Spartan Raven)
2nd place - Melinda Wigan (Barretto Runners)
3rd place - Ofelia Temlor
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Winners
Elite Category 10km
Male
1st place - Ryan Adam Wigan (Barretto Runner)
2nd place - France Gordo
3rd place - Bhong Gatbonton (Gym Direction)
Female
1st place - Erica Lachica (Spartan Raven)
2nd place - Melinda Wigan (Barretto Runners)
3rd place - Ofelia Temlor
Age Group Category 10km
55 - 59 yo
1st place - Dominador Saysay (Sayklista)
2nd place - Osbert Oasan (Titans of Ascoville)
50 - 54 yo
1st place - Bienvenido Aquino (Team Bataan)
2nd place - Celso Nacilla
45 - 49 yo
Male
1st place - Jimmy Binoya
2nd place - Norleto Enriquez
3rd place - Marineto Roga (MBR Runners)
Female
1st place - Alet Amarilla (Barretto Runners)
40 - 44 yo
1st place - Thea Chua (Barretto Runners)
35 - 39 yo
1st place - Eric Catibog
2nd place - Jerome Uaje
3rd place - Rain de Guzman (Barretto Runners)
30 - 34 yo
Male
1st place - Jay-Ar Reyes (Sayklista)
2nd place - Anthony Biangco (Barretto Runners)
3rd place - Joshua Saysay (Sayklista)
Female
1st place - Aida Upham (Barretto Runners)
25 - 29 yo
Male
1st place - Ralph Panganiban (Fits Bump)
Female
1st place - Maria Jessica Alvero (Barretto Runners)
2nd place - Katherine Azul
3rd place - Mica Bethany Reyes (Barretto Runners)
18 - 24 yo
1st place - Lianiel Lucena (Sayklista)
2nd place - Archey Samante
3rd place - Darnel Jomaoas
14 - 17 yo
1st place - Ian Ruiz
More than a race at KDRAC
The 10km run was only one part of the action. Titans Ninja 100m pushed athletes to their limits, while the Titans Junior OCR gave kids aged 4–13 their own stage to shine. Families gathered to cheer, and the younger competitors showed the same fire as the veterans.
Guests who came without race numbers still found a way to join the fun. The Experience Day opened the OCR and Ninja courses to anyone curious enough to try, turning spectators into participants.
The local government of Orani, along with sponsors and partners, stood behind the event, adding weight to its mission of building fitness, friendship, and adventure.
WALANG PASOK
DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla announced the suspension of classes in all levels, public and private, and government work on Monday, September 1, 2025, in the following areas due to inclement weather:
(This is a running list, please refresh this post for updates.)
1. Metro Manila
2. Cavite
3. Bulacan
4. Laguna
5. Quezon
6. Camarines Norte
7. Camarines Sur
8. Albay
9. Catanduanes
10. Sorsogon
11. Masbate
12. Northern Samar
13. Occidental Mindoro
14. Antique
15. Negros Occidental
16. Pampanga
17. Rizal
Orani, Bataan – Adventure seekers and athletes will once again gather in Orani as Titans @ KDRAC returns on Sunday, August 31, 2025, at the KDR Adventure Camp (KDRAC). The event promises a day filled with grit, endurance, and camaraderie through obstacle course challenges designed for all ages.
This year’s edition features the Adult Obstacle Course Race (OCR), Titans Junior for kids aged 4 to 13, and Titans Ninja – 100 Meters for participants aged 14 to 50. Each category is designed to test strength, speed, and agility, with the Titans Ninja highlighting precision and quickness through a specialized obstacle track.
Adding to the excitement, the event also opens its Titans @ KDRAC Experience Day, allowing non-registered visitors to try the OCR and Ninja courses firsthand.
The competition will culminate in an awarding ceremony, where top performances across categories will be recognized, highlighting not just winners but also the spirit of sportsmanship and community.
Organizers say the event is made possible through the support of partners, sponsors, media allies, and the local government of Orani. With its combination of fitness, fun, and adventure, Titans @ KDRAC continues to position itself as one of Bataan’s most anticipated outdoor sporting events.
Quezon City, Philippines — August 28, 2025. With just one day left before payday, many Filipinos find themselves in ‘petsa de peligro’ also known as that tight stretch when wallets run dry and every peso counts.
Financial experts remind Filipino workers that while payday brings relief, how we manage our ‘sahod’ or salary helps to budget wisely and use hard-earned money carefully.
According to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), only 25.6 percent of Filipino families had money left to save from October to December 2024.
This is lower than the 29 percent recorded in the months before, showing that fewer households are able to set aside savings.
This drop in household savings highlights the need for better money habits, especially during payday.
Experts say that even small adjustments in how we spend and save can help families avoid financial stress and prepare for the future.
To help you stretch your income, here are five expert-backed tips for managing your sahod wisely:
Every peso should first cover essentials such as food, rent, utilities, and transportation. Financial advisors advise that unmet basic needs quickly create stress and force risky money choices later.
Establishing a clear plan to handle these priorities before spending on anything else provides peace of mind and sets a stable foundation.
A widely recommended method by financial educators is the 50‑30‑20 rule whereas you will allocate 50 % of income to essentials, 30 % to personal or leisure expenses, and 20 % to savings or investments.
If your salary barely covers your essentials, adapt the percentages that is 70 % for needs, 10 % for wants, and 20 % for savings.
The goal is a balance that fits your reality while still building savings.
Many Filipinos struggle to save because they wait until the end of the month, only to find that nothing is left.
One effective strategy is to save immediately as soon as the salary arrives.
Banks and e-wallets now offer automatic savings transfers, making the process easier.
Motivational speaker Chinkee Tan noted that saving first before spending is a key step to building financial resilience against inflation and emergencies.
For many workers, payday means treating themselves to shopping or dining out.
While there’s nothing wrong with a small reward, overspending right after payday can quickly lead back to petsa de peligro.
Financial counselors advise setting clear limits and curbing unnecessary splurges will help earners realize that financial relief lasts longer when expenses are spread wisely over the month.
Employees and earners are encouraged to start investing even in small amounts.
Setting aside as little as 500 pesos a month in mutual funds, government bonds, or other low-entry financial products can build wealth over time.
Studies show that consistent, small investments accumulate significantly and help protect against future financial uncertainty.
Payday always comes with the urge to spend and treat ourselves, and that’s perfectly normal. But real peace of mind comes when we plan a little smarter.
Cover the essentials first, set aside some savings right away, and put even a small amount toward the future.
With a few mindful choices, your salary can go further, help you avoid the next petsa de peligro, and slowly build the security you’ve been working hard for.
A growing consumer culture in the Philippines reflects what observers now call the “fake rich phenomenon”- a lifestyle where people spend on visible goods and upgrades as self-reward, often justified by the mindset of “deserve ko ’to” (I deserve this).
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A 2024 joint study conducted by the Filipino-focused sociocultural research firm, The Fourth Wall, and communications firm, Uniquecorn Strategies found that this mindset is driven by the desire for happiness, the fear of missing out on trends, and the urge to reward oneself after work or study-related stress.
“The younger generation is quickly becoming a big part of the consumer market and is already shaping trends, especially in online shopping,” said John Brylle L. Bae, Research Director at The Fourth Wall.
He explained that this habit of buying as a reward comes from growing self-awareness and the desire to affirm self-worth.
Bae also linked it to the Filipino “sayang” mindset, where people, after enduring daily struggles and sacrifices, grab chances to treat themselves out of fear of missing out.
This pattern is also described in the Journal of Social Research abstract, which explains that the fake rich trend is a form of “flexing” or showing off wealth that many fall into without realising it.
The paper notes that while the desire to be rich is natural, pretending to be rich has become a trap.
It highlights how so-called “Crazy Rich” personalities online once gained fame for flaunting or even giving away money, only to later be exposed for scams such as money games that left many people broke.
The rise of the “fake rich phenomenon” shows how shopping in the country is no longer just about meeting needs, but also about chasing comfort, identity, and validation.
While the “deserve ko ’to” mindset reflects a natural desire for relief and recognition, it can also blur the line between healthy self-reward and risky overspending.
Experts say the first step is being more aware of how and why we spend. Rewarding yourself is healthy, but it becomes a problem when it turns into constant flexing.
Learning to enjoy small treats while still thinking about the future can help avoid unnecessary financial stress.
