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Converge CEO Dennis Anthony Uy on being part of the PBA: We might have this good opportunity to have a branding, building, and at the same time, we want to join show the enthusiasts and PBA fans.

Uy says they want to bring the Converge funding into the household by having the team, as basketball had always been a favorite sport of the country.

Uy on having a winning team in possibly improving the subscribership for Converge: Our goal is to get one of the best. I think branding and increasing the base and subscribers are pretty sure.

Uy in keeping their team winning: We need to have proper training, talent, and people to make sure we have a strong team.

Uy on when he's expecting a return on budget from PBA: I think we are, in terms of marketing budget, the company has prepared, we aligned some budget to focus on this.

Uy on his involvement in the game, he says they are looking for three combinations of speed, shooter and tall for his team.

Uy: Going to the championship is a dream. With proper guidance and teamwork with the whole team and their coaches. I think getting the (championship) is our dream.

American Idol Season 18 finalist Francisco Martin says "it feels like heaven" meeting all the candidates of Miss Universe Philippines. He also said he feels honored to be part of the competition.

Martin says he will be performing the unreleased song titled 'Stay,' which he'll sing in the evening gown competition of the Miss Universe Philippines.

Martin: It's basically about the beauty queen kind of idea, wanting to put this girl in the pedestal. Make them feel loved, adore them. It's a cheeky love song, kind of.

Martin gives a shoutout to his manager, Carlo Orosa, and shares he's excited and grateful for the opportunity.

Martin shares he'll soon be releasing his second EP on July 27 centered on his milestones.