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Three more provinces unveil newly-built evacuation facilities from PAGCOR
Three municipalities that are frequented by various calamities recently unveiled the Multi-Purpose Evacuation Centers (MPECs) funded by the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR).
The towns of Binmaley, Pangasinan; Tagudin, Ilocos Sur; and the city of San Fernando, Pampanga held the inauguration rites of the PAGCOR-funded MPECs on June 24 and June 27, 2022. Each recipient local government unit received P50 million for the construction of two-storey emergency structures, which were completed in over a year.
Said MPECs boast of amenities like kitchen and storage areas, toilet and shower rooms for male and female, and lactating rooms for nursing mothers, among others. They are designed to augment the recipient municipalities’ existing emergency facilities such as schools and basketball courts.
PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Andrea Domingo led the inauguration of the brand-new evacuation center in San Fernando City. The PAGCOR chief also inspected with Bacolor town Mayor Eduardo Datu the newly-built three-storey, 15-classroom school building that the agency funded in Bacolor Central Elementary School (BCES).
“PAGCOR’s effectiveness in regulating gaming resulted in the proper collection of revenues. So during our six years in office, we were able to record more than P300 billion, of which P234 billion went directly to the government and mandated beneficiaries while the remainder went to our social responsibility projects,” Domingo stated.
Meanwhile, PAGCOR President and COO Alfredo Lim, who unveiled the MPECs in Tagudin and Binmaley, said that the newly-built facilities were built in accordance with the specifications and requirements provided by the Department of Public Works and Highways. “Ang mga evacuation center na ito na magiging sanggalan at proteksyon ng ating mga kababayan upang sila ay protektado sa ano mang kalamidad na tatama sa kanilang lugar,” Lim said.
Tagudin Mayor Roque Versoza, Jr. said the new evacuation facility will not only help ensure the safety of his constituents during extreme calamities and other emergency situations but will also provide extra space where they can hold various programs and activities.
Tagudin local Gema Sanchez, 44, is also grateful for the new evacuation facility donated by PAGCOR. She recalled how locals like her feared for their lives when Typhoon Lawin ravaged their town in 2016. “Natutuwa po kami na nagkaroon dito sa aming bayan ng isang mas malapit na evacuation center kasi po kapag may bagyo, malayo po ang pinaglilikasan namin. Noong huling binagyo kami, kahit mataas ang bahay naming, eh inabot pa rin ng agos ng tubig mula sa dagat na may kasamang buhangin at kahoy. Hiwa-hiwalay po kaming lumikas noon ng pamilya ko dahil kinakailangang may maiwan sa aming bahay dahil mga alaga naming baboy at manok,” she narrated.
Apart from inaugurating the MPEC in Tagudin, PAGCOR also distributed hundreds of food and non-food relief items to indigent families who were severely affected by the previous typhoon that hit the town.
Meanwhile, Binmaley Mayor Simplicio DL. Rosario stated that the brand-new evacuation structure they received from PAGCOR will be instrumental in their promotion of different projects that seek to improve the lives of the town’s residents. “The structure that we received will not only serve as an evacuation facility but also as venue where we will conduct some activities that will boost the welfare of our people,” he explained.
The state-run gaming firm has allotted a total of P3.5 billion for the construction of MPECs in 76 approved sites nationwide. Aside from Ilocos Sur and Pangasinan, MPECs in Tarlac, Albay, Capiz and the towns of Sagñay, San Jose, Tigaon and Ocampo in Camarines Sur have been completed. #

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AG.AL Crowned Honor of Kings World Cup Champions at the 2025 Esports World Cup
AG.AL becomes the 10th club to win a championship at the 2025 Esports World Cup, with a different winner for every tournament so far.
AG.AL has won the Honor of Kings World Cup, beating TT Global 4-3 in the grand final to become the 10th different Club to win a championship at the 2025 Esports World Cup.
AG.AL take home $750,000 for their victory, which, despite only playing three matches, was well-earned after an intense final that could have gone either way until the very last moments of the competition. Their win also means that there has been a different winner for all 10 of the completed championships so far at the 2025 Esports World Cup, showing how competitive the Club Championship is this year.
Both AG.AL and TT Global entered the tournament as favourites, given they were the only two Chinese sides due to compete. China is undoubtedly the number one region when it comes to Honor of Kings, with a fan-voted super team from the country’s King Pro League dominating the competition at last year’s Esports World Cup.
It was a similar situation this year, with the two Chinese breezing past the teams they faced in the playoffs. TT Global took down Team Vitality and NOVA Esports, dropping just one game, while AG.AL didn’t drop a single map when taking down Alpha7 Esports and Twisted Minds.
In the grand final, the two Chinese teams faced off in the match that everyone wanted to see, and it did not disappoint. TT Global managed to secure a 3-1 lead to put them on championship point, but AG.AL fought back to even the scores and set up a winner-takes-all final game. In the end, it was AG.AL who took the victory in one of the closest series of the entire Esports World Cup so far.
“I feel extremely happy, and I would like to give a huge applause to all my teammates, we did make a miracle happen,” said AG.AL’s Bicheng “YiNuo” Xu. “We showed our persistence and perseverance during those times when we were losing and behind.”
AG.AL’s Jiahao “Zoe” Chen was named the SONY MVP following the impressive comeback win in the final. He will receive an additional $10,000 and the MVP medal to recognise his achievements.
AG.AL earns 1000 Club Championship points for their victory, which rockets them to second place in the standings after a second place finish in League of Legends and a fifth place finish in Free Fire. The win also means they become eligible to win the entire Club Championship should they earn enough points to top the table at the end of the Esports World Cup.
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Hunting Clash update: day-night cycle & changing weather now live
Hunting Clash will take players to the rain-soaked landscapes of Thailand and roll out its biggest update of the year.
With the launch of this new location, players will gain access to four different environmental conditions – day, night, rain, and sunshine. This change completely transforms the pace and strategy of gameplay, introducing a new level of realism and engaging players like never before.
“Introducing a day-night cycle and dynamically changing weather conditions is a significant step toward enhancing the player experience,” says Jakub Noganowicz, Product Owner of Hunting Clash. “These changes bring new depth, freshness, and a much stronger sense of immersion. Hunting becomes not only more realistic but also more unique – each condition requires a different approach and strategy. It’s a whole new level of engagement and a feature that truly sets Hunting Clash apart from the competition.”
Thanks to this update, players will be able to hunt in the same location under four different scenarios – during the day, at night, in the rain, or under clear skies. Each of these conditions comes with a unique visual setting. Additionally, a special visual filter will simulate raindrops appearing directly on the player’s screen, further enhancing the sense of being immersed in a realistic, natural environment.
Along with the launch of the new location, the game’s main screen will now feature a weather forecast, designed to reflect the real climate conditions of Thailand. A white cloud icon indicates a chance of rain, while a black cloud guarantees rainfall. To help players better plan their participation in time- or weather-sensitive events, a new notification system has been introduced. When specific weather conditions required for an event are met, this information will be clearly displayed in the forecast.
Dynamic weather conditions and the day-night cycle bring not only a new level of experience, but also greater gameplay variety and fresh visual impressions. Night hunting introduces a completely different atmosphere – with night vision automatically enabled, players can observe animals in the dark, which further enhances realism and immersion. These new conditions require more focus and strategic thinking, making each session more engaging and unique.
This latest update marks more than just another step in the evolution of Hunting Clash – it delivers a brand-new level of realism that significantly elevates gameplay immersion. With July being the peak of the rainy season in Thailand – when the sun appears for only a few hours a day – the location serves as the perfect backdrop to showcase the full impact of the new dynamic weather and day-night systems.
Hunting Clash is the second-largest title in Ten Square Games’ portfolio and has been captivating players since its launch in August 2020. Designed for a broad audience, it combines collection mechanics, competitive gameplay, and breathtaking 3D visuals to create an action-packed hunting simulator for those passionate about the sport. Players can travel to stunning, lifelike hunting grounds around the world, observe animals in their natural habitats, and experience the thrill of the hunt while competing to become the world’s top hunter. With realistically animated wildlife, a variety of weapon types, and unforgettable shooting moments, Hunting Clash delivers the most immersive and memorable hunting adventures on mobile.
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Jackpot at Sea: Diamond Princess Is the Crown Jewel of Cruise Casinos
- The stunning Diamond Princess of the Diamond Cruise International is considered the World’s Luckiest Casino Cruise, according to a study by Gambling.com, scoring a lucky review percentage of 17.1%.
- In #2 is Wonder of the Seas, operated by Royal Caribbean Cruises (15.6%), and to round out the Top 3 is Infinity (Celebrity Cruises) with a score of 12.2%.
- The Emerald (Princess Cruises) sits in #4 with a score of 10.1%, just ahead of the Queen Elizabeth (Cunard Cruise Line) #5 at 10%.
- Big M Gaming LLC and the Azura (P&O Cruises) finished at #6 and #7 respectively with lucky review percentages of 9.5% and 9.4%.
- The lower end of our Top 10 features the Victory Casino Cruises at #8 (8.8%), Wind Star (Windstar Cruises) #9 (8.6%) and the Riviera (Oceania Cruises) #10 (7.9%).
Considered Florida’s most authentic Las Vegas-style gambling cruise experience, the Victory Casino Cruises had the most reviews that contained “lucky keywords” overall – with 133 – but due to its larger review quantity, its percentage is lower than seven others.
Casinos on cruise ships offer a unique blend of high-seas adventure and high-stakes excitement. Nestled amid luxurious amenities and sweeping ocean views, these floating casinos provide guests with a chance to enjoy classic games like blackjack, poker, roulette and slot machines, all while sailing to exotic destinations.
Over time there has been a gradual modernisation of ship interiors, offering customers more and more amenities. Casinos are a special feature on many of the most major modern cruise ships, with varying degrees of style, scale and luxury.
A flutter at the casino could light the fire on an exciting evening of entertainment. Winning big will justify a trip to a five-star restaurant at the next stop, or a hot streak on the blackjack table could allow you to treat yourself to a spa treatment onboard. So, this got us thinking, out of the many casinos on the world’s cruise ships, which is the luckiest.
To find out the World’s Luckiest Casino Cruise, Gambling.com analyzed Tripadvisor reviews of the world’s best cruise ships with casinos for keywords of luck, lucky and happy. We then calculated the percentage of reviews with lucky keywords each cruise casino received, before finally ranking them by their Lucky Review Percentage.
Diamond Princess: The Luckiest Ship at Sea
The stunning, Diamond Princess of the Diamond Cruise International is considered the World’s Luckiest Casino Cruise, according to our research. The ship has a Las Vegas-style casino that offers the latest slot machines, blackjack, Texas hold ’em and prize tournaments. Operating across Asia and Australia, the newly refurbished ship is a treasure trove of exceptional delights waiting to be discovered.
The Diamond Princess scored a lucky review percentage of 17.1%. At #2 is the glorious Wonder of the Seas, operated by Royal Caribbean Cruises (15.6%), and to round out the Top 3, we have the Infinity (Celebrity Cruises) with a score of 12.2%.
These ships are more like floating cities that transport you to exotic locations. The casinos onboard feature slot machines and table games, including blackjack, roulette and poker. Whether you are a first time gambler or a professional, both vessels will cater to your gambling needs.
Lucky at Sea: Cruise Casinos That Win Big (#4–10)
- The Emerald (Princess Cruises) sits in #4 with a score of 10.1%, just ahead of the Queen Elizabeth (Cunard Cruise Line) #5 (10%).
- Big M Gaming LLC and the Azura (P&O Cruises) finished in #6 and #7 respectively with lucky review percentages of 9.5% and 9.4%.
- The lower end of our Top 10 features the Victory Casino Cruises #8 (8.8%), Wind Star (Windstar Cruises) #9 (8.6%) and the Riviera (Oceania Cruises) #10 (7.9%).
Considered Florida’s most authentic Las Vegas-style gambling cruise experience, the Victory Casino Cruises scored the highest in terms of overall lucky keywords with 133. However due to its high number of Tripadvisor reviews it sits near the bottom of our Top 10.
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