Let's Do The News! (October 4, 2024)

          

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- The withdrawal of St. Timothy from the joint venture has no effect on the 2025 midterm elections, according to the COMELEC.

According to the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology, The eight co-accused of Alice Guo will be transferred to Pasig City Jail from Tarlac Provincial Jail. Meanwhile, Cassandra Li Ong attended the preliminary investigation of the PH DOJ related to the money laundering complaint.

- The PH Department of Agriculture is preparing 164.27 million pesos worth of relief aid in the aftermath of Typhoon Julian.

- NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center stated about the solar flare that sparked the geomagnetic storm watch earlier this week.

- The United Kingdom has relinquished its sovereignty of the Chago Islands to Mauritius in a historic move. The deal means the joint US and British military base remains on Diego Garcia.

- Oil prices surge after US President Joe Biden says he's "discussing" Israeli strikes on Iran. Oil prices rose after Joe Biden said he was discussing possible Israeli strikes on Iran’s oil infrastructure.

- Lebanon says two soldiers have been killed by Israel, as Israel continues its Hezbollah offensive.

- Labour Party MPs are getting the chance to vote on proposals to give the terminally ill people in England and Wales the right to assisted dying.

- Alpine Endurance team Hypercar driver Nicolas Lapierre has announced his retirement from racing.

- The Mercedes-AMG One re-attempted its Nurburgring Nordschleife time attack and set a new production car lap record in 6m29.090, beating its previous 2022 record.

- The fifth-generation Ford Expedition was unveiled. Powered by a 3.5L EcoBoost engine, it produces up to 440HP of power.

2025 Ford Expedition

- The FIA World RX adds Canada to its 2025 race calendar.

- Actor Daniel Quinn-Toye to star in the live-action Voltron movie as filming begins this fall.

- TAPE Inc. names Malou Choa-Fagar as the company's new president and CEO.

- Chris Martin announces Coldplay retirement after the band releases its 12th studio album.

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Let's Do The News! (October 3, 2024)

         

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- PH President Bongbong Marcos says the government is ready to respond to those affected by the Taal Volcano eruption.

- Former Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque was urged by the House Quad Committee to surrender.

- Accuracy of information that dismissed Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo is a Chinese spy, will be investigated by the PH Department of Justice, together with the National Intelligence Coordinating Agency and the National Security Agency.

- A request by a group of pig farmers and the swine industry for an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) of the African Swine Fever (ASF) vaccine, which is being studied by the PH Department of Agriculture.

- Sir Keir Starmer says he has paid back more than £6,000 worth of gifts received since becoming the UK's PM, following the donations controversy. Earlier, Labour Party peer Lord Alli was investigated by the House of Lords' commissioner over "alleged non-registration of interests".

- US President Joe Biden opposes Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear sites.

- A recent Windows 11 update has caused major problems for some users and has frozen PCs, brought blue or green screens or caused reboot loops where PCs repeatedly try to restart.

- Reports confirmed that Renault will stop running their engines in F1 from the 2026 season. Their employees have already protested this decision during the Italian GP and once again expressed displeasure through a statement.

- The FIA scrapped plans for the post-F1 2024 "rookie race" but the topic is open for discussion in 2025.

- Chloe Chambers will race with the Red Bull Ford Academy Program in the 2025 F1 Academy season. The Asian-American driver is the first driver to be announced for next season.

- Caterham is collaborating with Yamaha for the development of its EV sportscar.

- A select number of Cartoon Network shows were removed from the Max streaming service without warning.

- Manny Pacquiao and Mikey Garcia are among the candidates for the 2025 International Boxing Hall of Fame.

- Brian Norman Jr. injured his hand and was forced to postpone his WBO title defense against Derrieck Cuevas.

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Let's Do The News! (October 2, 2024)

        

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- In PAGASA's Tropical Cyclone Bulletin #28 at 5PM today, October 2, Typhoon Julian was spotted at a distance of 275km west-northwest of Itbayat, Batanes outside the Philippine Area of ​​Responsibility.

- The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology Spokesperson Jail Superintendent Jayrex Bustinera said that Alice Guo will be allowed to be released if she wants to file a certificate of candidacy in Bamban, Tarlac as long as there is a court order allowed by COMELEC.

- The Taal Volcano continues to erupt, according to PHIVOLCS. The phreatic eruption occurred at 1621 hours local time and lasted 11 minutes.

- Trump's running mate, JD Vance, and Harris's running mate, Tim Walz, clashed at the Vice-Presidentiable Debate in New York. Both sides exchanged verbal jabs on key issues as the election draws near.

- The Israeli military and Hezbollah report direct clashes inside Lebanon. Israel’s military says it is sending more troops to Lebanon as Hezbollah says it has clashed with Israeli forces in a border village. “Iran made a big mistake tonight, and it will pay”: Israeli PM Netanyahu vows consequences after massive missile attack on Israel.

- Lia Block will drive a Subaru WRX at the ARA Rally National season finale.

- Ahead of Season 11, Formula E will run an all-female test session where up to 22 female drivers will test the GEN 3 EVO machines this November 7th at Valencia.

- The facelifted Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV was unveiled and it features an updated PHEV powertrain. Sales in Japan will start this fall. Mitsubishi also teases an MPV concept set to premiere at the Philippine International Motor Show.

- The Skoda Elroq crossover was unveiled. It's the first production car to have the SKODA lettering at the front instead of the logo. It will be powered by an EV powertrain with up to 560km of driving range.

2025 Skoda Elroq

- Palworld developer Pocketpair signs deal for a mobile version of a game amid Nintendo's Pokemon lawsuit.

- DC Studios is making an animated film titled Dynamic Duo, centering the origins of two Robins from the world of Batman.

- Actor John Amos passed away at the age of 84.

- Over 100 people are suing Sean "Diddy" Combs alleging rape, assault, and sexual exploitation.

- ICYMI: Dear Satan, a movie that was banned for theatrical release due to its X rating by the MTRCB, will be streamed on Netflix.

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Let's Do The News! (October 1, 2024)

       

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- Philippine President Bongbong Marcos urged the PH Department of Energy and the government committee for Marawi rehabilitation.

- House Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez has filed a certificate of candidacy as a re-electionist in the first district of Leyte.

- The National Security Council is carefully studying the revelation of Alice Guo being a spy for China.

- Cancellation of registration and removal from the list as party list and the coalition of 42 groups, ordered by COMELEC.

- Loud blasts were heard in Beirut after Israel's military told residents to evacuate three areas "immediately". Recently, Israel told the US it plans to launch a limited ground incursion into Lebanon, according to a US official.

- Netflix's NASCAR Full Speed docuseries gets a second season this 2025.

- Hyundai reportedly scrapped plans for the production version of the N Vision 74 Concept, a month after being mentioned in Hyundai's plans to launch 21 new EVs by 2030.

- Assetto Corsa EVO will be launched via early access on PC via Steam this January 16, 2025.

- The D4DJ franchise announced that Sae Otsuka will no longer play the role of RONDO member Nagisa Tsukimiyama.

- Wizards of the Coast steps in following Magic: The Gathering's controversial rule change involving the ban on Commander cards.

- Chungha steps down as DJ of radio show Volume Up.

- MLB legend Pete Rose passed away at the age of 83.

- NBA legend Dikembe Mutombo dies of brain cancer at age 58.

- The BBC has apologized to Amanda Abbington over Strictly Come Dancing verbal bullying by Giovanni Pernice, but he is cleared of physical aggression.

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Let's Do The News! (September 30, 2024)

      

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- The National Food Authority has raised the selling price of the NFA rice, which serves as the Philippines' buffer stock and is mainly used during calamities for the government's series of relief operations.

- Typhoon Julian grew stronger as it moved through the Balintang Channel. According to PAGASA's 8AM Tropical Cyclone Bulletin, 'Julian' was spotted in the waters of Balintang Islands, Calayan, Cagayan and moving west-northwest at a speed of 10 kilometers per hour.

- Senator Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa strongly denies that he was involved in the alleged "courtesy call" and meeting of police officers with former President Rodrigo Duterte in Davao City that is linked to the death of three Chinese drug lords inside the Davao Penal Farm and Prison in August 2016.

- House Appropriations Committee Chairman and Ako Bicol Representative Zaldy Co is confident that the Senate will pass the 2025 budget as soon as possible to continue important government programs and improve the lives of every Filipino.

- Projections suggest Austria's far-right Freedom Party heading for unprecedented general election victory.

- Israeli forces continue attacking Hezbollah targets in Lebanon even after the death of Hezbollah leader Nasrallah. Smoke rises over Hezbollah's Beirut stronghold after recent Israeli strikes.

- Grand Blue Dreaming TV anime renewed for its second season.

- DXMON member Jo has officially left the group.

- Actress Park Jia passed away after her battle with cerebral infarction.

- Actress Joo Sae Byeok confirms marriage to a non-showbiz boyfriend.

- Team USA wins the Presidents Cup for the 10th consecutive time.

- Hollywood actor-singer Kris Kristoffersson died at the age of 88.

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Let's Do The News! (September 28, 2024)

      

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- The fourth multilateral maritime cooperative activity involving the AFP and defense forces from Australia, Japan, New Zealand, and the United States has kicked off.

- Tropical Depression Julian intensified into a tropical storm while slowly moving south-southwest in the Philippine ocean.

- The suspension of 141 officials and employees of the National Food Authority (NFA) linked to the alleged anomalous sale of the government's rice buffer stocks to favored private traders has been lifted by the Office of the Ombudsman.

- The PBBM administration declared Misamis Occidental insurgency-free.

- The Israeli military says it killed Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and other commanders in a series of overnight strikes in Beirut. Thousands displaced over Beirut's streets after Israeli strikes target Hezbollah leader Nasrallah.

- Michael Andretti is reportedly planning to relinquish his shares in the Andretti Global Company. If so, he is no longer the owner of the organization, although he still wishes to remain involved in another capacity.

- McLaren will unveil its newest hypercar called the W1 this October 6, 2024.

- The World Anti-Doping Agency has appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport against an independent tribunal's decision in August to clear world No.1 Jannik Sinner of wrongdoing after he failed drug tests.

- Dame Maggie Smith, who starred in Harry Potter movies and Downton Abbey TV series, passed away at the age of 89.

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Let's Do The News! (September 27, 2024)

     

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- The killing of former PSCO Board Secretary Wesley Barayuga was detailed at the House Quad Committee hearing. Former PSCO General Manager Royina Garma and NAPOLCOM Commissioner Edilberto Leonardo were identified as behind the crime.

- The Bureau of Corrections announced the release of Jimmy Fortaleza, a witness in the investigation by the PH House of Representatives over the drug war deaths during the Duterte administration.

- Typhoon Julian is last seen 525km east of Itbayat, Batanes, as of 1100 hours Manila Time. PAGASA warns it may become a typhoon by Sunday.

- The camp of former Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo filed a not guilty plea in the case of qualified human trafficking in the Pasig Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 167.

- Hurricane Helen strengthened into a Category Three hurricane and could bring an "unsurvivable" storm surge as it near Florida.

- ICYMI: The world's longest-serving death row inmate, Iwao Hakamada, is acquitted of quadruple murder in Japan retrial.

- Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told the military to keep fighting with full force after the US and allies called for a ceasefire on the border with Lebanon.

- Harrods boss Michael Ward apologizes, saying business "failed colleagues" over the Mohamed Al Fayed abuse claims. The police will "fully explore" whether anyone can be pursued for criminal offenses in connection with the Fayed abuse claims.

- ICYMI: The US pushes to ban China and Russia car tech.

- The all-new Ford Expedition will be unveiled this October 3rd.

- The Visa Cash App RB F1 Team replaced Daniel Ricciardo with Liam Lawson immediately.

- Love Live's Nijigasaki High School Idol Club's Tokimeki Roadmap to the Future visual novel is coming to the Nintendo Switch this April 24, 2025.

- Singer-songwriter Sayuri dies at the age of 28.

- SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada arrives on consoles and PC this January 24.

- Actor Kim Woo Seok will enlist as an active-duty soldier in the Army Band on November 4th.

- Your first look at The Last of Us season 2 coming soon to Max.

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Let's Do The News! (September 26, 2024)

    

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- The PBBM administration held the Alyansa para sa Bagong Pilipinas Convention at the PICC. Senators Ping Lacson and Lito Lapid were present as well. The Alliance held a manifesto signing which included Reynaldo Tamayo Jr. of the Federal Party of the Philippines, Cong. Martin Romuladez of Lakas CMD, Sec. Leandro Mendoza of NPC, Sen. Mark Villar of NP, and Cong. Raymond Villafuerte of the NUP.

- Parts of Malabon were closed for the 3rd Quarter Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill. The people of the Manila Police District also participated in duck, cover, and hold during the 3rd Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill. Quezon City LGU employees and others at city hall also participated.

- Envelopes filled with money by PH Vice President Sara Duterte to the PH Department of Education were submitted to the Committee on Good Governance and Public Accountability.

- The Israeli army chief tells troops Lebanon strikes are preparing ground for them to "enter enemy territory." Earlier, Israeli military launched "extensive" strikes in Lebanon, after Hezbollah fired missiles at Tel Aviv.

- Unions win non-binding vote calling for the UK government's winter fuel payment cut to be reversed at the Labour Party conference.

- The Hyundai IONIQ 5 N was updated for the 2025 model year with updated Drift Modes.

- Jeremy Clarkson publicly revealed the final identity of The Stig, Top Gear's masked driver. It is revealed that British GT racer Phil Keen is the third and final Stig who held the role from 2010 until the end of Top Gear in 2022. Keen's British GT career has 24 wins.

- Love Live's School Idol Musical spawned a TV drama airing on MBS this November 21 at 0129 JST (effective November 22, 2024 at 0029 hours Manila Time).

- Disney+'s crackdown on password sharing has officially begun with the paid sharing program. Extra family members will cost $6.99 per month.

- The Music Bank in Madrid live event is back on track and it's now set to be held at the Miguel Rios Auditorium in Rivas Vacimadrid this October 12, 2024.

- NCT member Jaehyun is set to be enlisted into the military this November 4th.

- PBA player John Amores has surrendered to the police after he was involved in the shooting in Laguna.

- Former Minnesota Vikings quarterback Tommy Kramer is diagnosed with dementia.

- Actor Phillip Salvador announced he will run for senator in 2025.

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Let's Do The News! (September 25, 2024)

    

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- PAGASA warns that two to three typhoons may enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility in October.

- Amid the growing number of Chinese ships in Ayungin and Escoda Shoal in the West Philippine Sea, this still cannot be considered a naval blockade, according to the Philippine Navy.

- Implementation of penalties for drivers without RFID was postponed until January 2025, according to the PH Department of Transportation.

- Four women who say they were sexually abused by former Harrods boss Mohamed Al Fayed spoke to the BBC. Over 20 women told the BBC they were sexually assaulted by the late billionaire while five said they were raped. 

- Nearly 600 were killed in Lebanon in two days of Israeli strikes.

- US President Joe Biden says "full-scale war is not in anyone's interest" as Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu vows to continue the attack on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon.

- Longtime IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge competitor Ramin Abdolvahabi passed away due to pancreatic cancer. Abdolvahabi was a co-driver with Rob Ecklin, Jr. in the No. 9 Stoner Car Care Aston Martin. He and Ecklin had just achieved their series goal – the Bronze class victory at the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring weekend – when Abdolvahabi was diagnosed.

- McLaren named former Red Bull official Will Courtenay as its sporting director.

- Japanese used motorcycle retailer Red Baron was acquired by US's Bain Capital to promote digital transformation. Red Baron has over 300 stores across Japan.

- Check out the announcements from the recent PlayStation State of Play presentation.

- ADOR confirms plans to reappoint Min Hee Jin as internal director.

- Houston Astros clinch fourth straight AL West title

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Let's Do The News! (September 24, 2024)

   

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- Almost 300 Chinese ships have been detected by the Armed Forces of the Philippines in the islands under the country's jurisdiction in the West Philippine Sea. The PH Navy monitored 251 Chinese vessels from September 17 to 23, 2024.

- Transport group MANIBELA showed stranded passengers on the second day of the transport strike.

- The PH Senate lifted the contempt order against Sheila Guo, the sibling of dismissed mayor Alice Guo, ordering her transfer to the custody of the Bureau of Immigration.

- COMELEC accredited 41 new party lists for the 2025 midterm elections.

- Atty. Harry Roque filed a petition with the PH Supreme Court to question the arrest order of the House Quad Committee.

- The OVP dismissed reports of PH Vice President Sara Duterte going on the beach at the same time as the plenary deliberation of the OVP 2025 budget, calling it "fake news".

- Nearly 500 were killed in the Israeli air strikes in Lebanon as thousands fled.

- Harrods is looking into whether any current staff were involved in abuse allegations against Mohamed Al Fayed.

- The suspect arrested on the recent Donald Trump golf course incident left a note saying he intended to kill Trump, prosecutors say.

- Volvo scrapped plans to become a fully electric car company by 2030 as it shifts focus on PHEVs instead. The automaker cites changing market conditions, tariffs, and slower EV adoption,

- INDYCAR immediately establishes its historic charter system across the NTT INDYCAR SERIES. In total, owners of 10 teams have accepted charters for 25 entries competing in INDYCAR.

- Rinus Veekay announced he will not return to Ed Carpenter Racing in 2025 after five seasons with the team.

- Former Williams F1 driver Logan Sargeant will test an IndyCar for the first time with Meyer Shank Racing at The Thermal Club in November.

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Let's Do The News! (September 23, 2024)

  

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- FACE-TO-FACE classes across Manila and Laguna are suspended due to the ongoing transport strike announced by PISTON and MANIBELA.

- The DFA encouraged Filipinos in Lebanon to leave due to incidents of "beeper" explosions and ongoing Israeli offensive against Hezbollah targets.

- Senator Jinggoy Estrada denies coup d'etat plot in the PH Senate.

- Seven individuals involved with the dismissed mayor Alice Guo have surrendered to the NBI. The PNP will oppose the forced police custody of Alice Guo.

- The United Nations warns of Middle East "catastrophe" as Hezbollah rockets damage homes deep in Israel and IDF strikes inside Lebanon.

- Left-leaning Anura Kumara Dissanayake becomes Sri Lanka's new president.

- The new Bentley Continental GTC Speed was unveiled. Powered by the same V8 Twin Turbo PHEV as the Continental GT, it produces 782PS, making it capable of a 0-60mph time of 3.1 seconds.

2025 Bentley Continental GTC Speed

- Toyota is reportedly planning to shift production of the Noah and Voxy minivans to Taiwan in 2026 and export them to Japan.

- Ineos paused production of the Grenadier SUV.

- Voice actor David Graham passed away at the age of 99. Graham voiced the Daleks in the Doctor Who franchise and Grandpa Pig in Peppa Pig.

- YG Entertainment confirms plans for BABYMONSTER's comeback with their first full-length album.

- CNBLUE revealed their schedule for their first comeback in 3 years.

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Let's Do The News! (September 20, 2024)

 

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- The low-pressure area east of Batanes has formed into a typhoon called Igme.

- A DPWH road upgrading project will occur along the Outer Northbound Lane of MacArthur Highway, Brgy. Marulas from September 20 (2200 hours Manila Time) to September 23, 2024 (0500 hours Manila Time).

- The reading of the indictment against Alice Guo at the Valenzuela RTC did not proceed because Guo's camp still has a pending motion to quash the graft case filed against her.

- Former PH Vice-President Leni Robredo declared her candidacy for mayor of Naga City.

- More sex attack claims against former Harrods boss Mohamed Al Fayed. 

- UK PM Sir Keir Starmer tells the BBC he is "completely in control" after a row inside the government over Chief of Staff Sue Gray's pay.

- Warplanes fly low over Beirut as Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah says the exploding pagers are a "declaration of war" and Israel carries out bombings in southern Lebanon.

- A devastating dam burst in Poland, triggered by Storm Boris, unleashed floodwaters that engulfed a town. Stunning footage and satellite imagery reveals the extent of the destruction from similar floods across central Europe.

- Tupperware files for bankruptcy.

- Jeep removed the manual gearbox variants of the Gladiator pickup truck.

- The Himitsu no AiPri TV anime is getting a Nintendo Switch video game coming this December 5, 2024.

- The Sony PlayStation5 range received a PlayStation 30th anniversary limited edition themed after the first-generation PlayStation.

- Netflix Geeked Week announcements featured Sakamoto Days' January release, the new Devil May Cry anime coming this April 2025, Chopper coming to the ONE PIECE Netflix show's second season, and a new animated story from the world of Cyberpunk 2077.

- KBS released a statement regarding the cancellation of Music Bank in Madrid, which was originally scheduled for next month. KBS states that the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium administration announced that “all music concerts scheduled at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium will be canceled until March 2025 due to ongoing noise complaints from local residents.”

- New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr has been fined for his touchdown celebration that imitated Michael Jackson.

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Let's Do The News! (September 19, 2024)

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-  Former Bamban mayor Alice Guo attended for the first time at the sixth joint public hearing of the House Quad Comm. Cassandra Li Ong and Sual, Pampanga Mayor Dong Calugay also attended. Asked about her life in Bamban, Alice said "Life is not easy for them, many are still poor. Not all of them, but for sure there are some. It's just more difficult."

- Former KOJC member Arlene Stone further revealed during an interview with DZRH that Pastor Apollo Quiboloy sent people to the US to solicit for her, not for the Children's Joy Foundation he built. She also said that former President Rodrigo Duterte is accused of benefiting from Quiboloy's "pastoral".

- The United States slashed its interest rates by more than expected in the first reduction in over four years, a milestone moment for the world's biggest economy.

- More blasts were reported in Beirut a day after exploding pagers killed 12 people and injured thousands across Lebanon. Hezbollah's walkie-talkies were targeted in another day of blasts in Lebanon killing at least 20 and injuring hundreds.

- A special edition Mercedes-AMG GT63 PRO Motorsport Collectors Edition was unveiled.

2025 Mercedes-AMG GT63 PRO
Motorsport Collectors Edition

- The Honda N-BOX Joy was unveiled.

2025 Honda N-BOX JOY

- Nintendo and The Pokemon Company officially suing Palworld developer PocketPair over "multiple" patent infringements.

- Police decide not to forward Yoo Ah In's case of alleged sexual assault to prosecution.

- The TV series Orphan Black Echoes was canceled weeks after the first season finale. The spinoff series ended less than a month ago.

- MrBeast and Amazon sued by Beast Games contestants alleging sexual harassment, chronic mistreatment, and more.

- In his social media post Doc Willie Ong said that the bashing from "troll farms" and others is the cause of his illness. Ong shared that he just finished his 2nd chemo cycle which resulted in his hair falling out.

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Let's Do The News! (September 18, 2024)

      

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-  Senator Risa Hontiveros expressed concern about the information from the Senate hearing that a former Philippine National Police chief is receiving bribes from dismissed Bamban Mayor Alice Guo. "This is both a public order and national security concern", Senator Hontiveros said.

- 20 people were killed due to the effects of Typhoons Ferdie and Gener, according to the NDRRMC.

- The Armed Forces of the Philippines are ready should the "policy-leaders" agree to accept the assistance of the United States in conducting a rotation and resupply mission in the West Philippine Sea.

- Nine were killed and nearly three thousand were hurt after pagers used by Hezbollah members exploded. Both Hezbollah and Lebanon blamed Israel for the pager explosions.

- Instagram boosts privacy on teen accounts.

- The Radical SR10 XXR was updated for the 2025 model year.

- Toyota will join the Supercars Championship in the 2026 season.

- Corsair took over Fanatec's parent company Endor AG amid liquidation.

- A major update for the Test Drive Unlimited Solar Eclipse video game is coming soon. The update will address over 300 issues since the launch.

- Heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk was detained at Krakow Airport in Poland and subsequently released after Ukraine's Foreign Ministry intervened, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

- Sean "Diddy" Combs awaits trial over sex trafficking charges. Diddy denied bail after pleading not guilty to charges.

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Let's Do The News! (September 17, 2024)

     

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-  SWAT and PCG personnel have raided the Department of Foreign Affairs building in Pasay City, forcing employees to evacuate.

- Tropical Depression Gener made landfall at Palana Isabela, now near Cauayan City, Isabela.

- Junior doctors in England have accepted the pay deal worth 22% on average over two years, ending the long-running dispute.

- Ryan Routh, the suspect behind the recent failed assassination attempt on Donald Trump, is charged with federal gun crimes.

- Former BBC News presenter Huw Edwards was given a six-month suspended prison sentence for making indecent images of children.

- Lotus showcased its Theory 1 Concept, previewing Lotus' new design language.

- Netflix original series Castlevania: Nocturne's second season will stream this January 2025.

- Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs was arrested in New York City on unspecified federal charges.

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Let's Do The News! (September 16, 2024)

    

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-  As of 1700 hours Manila Time, Typhoon Gener has maintained its strength while moving north-northwest at a speed of 10kph, according to PAGASA. The typhoon was last observed 290km east of Tuguegarao City, Cagayan.

- "We have not done enough," said PH President Bongbong Marcos in his speech after hearing a girl's story about her harrowing experience at the Online Sexual Abuse or Exploitation of Children Summit.

- Alice Guo's appearance at the Senate hearing tomorrow was allowed by Judge Elene Amigo-Amano of Valenzuela RTC Branch 282. Judge Amano will be the new one to handle Guo's two Graft cases after being transferred from Capas RTC due to the issue of Jurisdiction.

- Former BBC News presenter Huw Edwards arrives in court after admitting charges of making indecent images of children.

- Donald Trump survived the incident at his golf course. The FBI says the incident at Trump's golf course "appears to be" an assassination attempt and the suspect was shot by Secret Service agents who saw a rifle poking out of bushes.

- The first two episodes of Solo Leveling 2nd season will be featured in the Season 1 compilation film hitting theaters this November 29th. The 2nd season of the anime will air this January 2025.

- Bengals star receiver Ja'Marr Chase was penalized for unsportsmanlike conduct in the fourth quarter of Cincinnati's 26-25 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs following an interaction that officials said crossed the line.

- Las Vegas Aces' A'ja Wilson became the first player in WNBA history to hit the 1,000-point mark for a season in the Aces' 84-71 victory over Connecticut.

- GMA-7 cooking variety show Sarap Di Ba? will end broadcast by October 2024, according to reports.

- Meet the winners of the 2024 Emmy Awards.

- Jackson 5 member Tito Jackson passed away at the age of 70.

- ICYMI: Dr. Willie Ong, a health advocate and cardiologist, is diagnosed with abdominal cancer.

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Let's Do The News! (September 14, 2024)

   

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- 37 people, including three US citizens, are sentenced to death in DR Congo on charges of taking part in a failed coup attempt.

- Boeing workers are on strike after rejecting a deal between union representatives and the aviation giant that included a 25% pay hike.

- Russia revokes accreditation of six British diplomats it accuses of spying, according to Russian media. The UK says Russia's accusation is "completely baseless".

- Bye Bye Earth TV anime renewed for a second season.

- ATTRAKT takes legal action against Warner Music Korea for alleged collusion with former FIFTY FIFTY members to breach contract.

- HYBE responds to Min Hee Jin's injunction request for reappointment as ADOR's inside director.

- WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert promised players that she and the league will show leadership in fighting against the abusive discourse that players experience on social media.

- Michael Chandler is set to fight Charles Oliveira in a five-round co-main event at UFC 309 on November 16th at the Madison Square Garden.

- BBC presenter Jay Blades appeared in court charged with engaging in controlling and coercive behavior.

- Singer Justin Timberlake pleads guilty to driving while impaired and agrees to make public safety announcements and do community service. "We can all be safer out there, and I'm going to do my part", Timberlake said after pleading guilty.

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Let's Do The News! (September 13, 2024)

  

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- Senator Win Gatchalian says the government is considering banning e-gaming and POGO.

- The Kanlaon Volcano is starting to calm down overnight, according to PHIVOLCS.

- In the forecast of PAGASA, expect heavy rains in the following areas in the next few days due to the southwest monsoon. According to PAGASA, the typhoon "Bebinca" may strengthen the southwest monsoon, although the typhoon is far from the country's landmass.

- Oil demand in the world market is decreasing due to China's slow economic growth.

- Donald Trump says he won't need to attend another debate with US Vice President Kamala Harris. He claims that he won the recent debate.

- UK PM Keir Starmer says Russia started the war in Ukraine and"can conflict straight away" as he heads to the US for his meeting with President Joe Biden.

- Billionaire Jared Isaacman and engineer Sarah Gillis have left SpaceX's Dragon craft to carry out the first-ever privately-funded spacewalk.

- Genesis, the luxury brand of the Hyundai Motor Group, announced its intentions to race in WEC and IMSA's LMDh program.

- Volkswagen teases the new Tayron crossover coming this October 10th.

- Microsoft lays off 650 more Xbox employees.

- Unity cancels its runtime fee for its games customers.

- Lee Yeon Hee gives birth to her first child.

- Content creator Nikocado Avocado lost 250lbs in his "greatest social experiment".

- Media veteran Kris Aquino flies back to the Philippines for chemo sessions.

TTFN.

Let's Do The News! (September 12, 2024)

 

Your daily round-up of today's news...

- Atty. Harry Roque has been cited for contempt by the House Quad Committee for not responding to the subpoena and not submitting relevant documents to the committee.

- The budget of the OVP was slashed.

- A third Solaire Resort and Casino is set to be opened at Ternate, Cavite.

- PH President Bongbong Marcos will not attend the UN General Assembly, as confirmed by PCO Secretary Cesar Chavez. Instead, DFA Secretary Enrique Manalo will attend on behalf of the president.

- Public inquiry announced into Belfast solicitor Pat Finucane's murder in 1989 which involved state collusion.

- UK PM Keir Starmer warns that the NHS must "reform or die" after a government-commissioned report criticizes the state of health service.

- The McMurty Speirling broke the Laguna Seca EV lap record in 1m18.4s.

- DS Automobiles showcased the Tribute Concept which pays homage to the legendary Citroen SM.

DS Automobiles Tribute Concept

- Lucid teases its midsize EV crossover coming in 2026.

- The FIA has announced that all 10 F1 teams were compliant with the cost cap regulations through the 2023 season, despite two procedural breaches.

- Idol group momograci has announced that they will end activities of the current member line-up on November 4th, 2024. The group made their stage debut in April 2021.

- LE SSERAFIM member Hong Eunchae confirmed to leave KBS music show Music Bank. ILLIT's Minju will take over her position as presenter.

- SEVENTEEN member Jeonghan is set for military enlistment this September 26th.

- A TV cameraman said Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez "slapped me" after Colombia's 2-1 home win in a World Cup qualifying match.

- A'ja Wilson broke the WNBA single-season scoring record with her 940th and 941st points on a jumper just before halftime of the Las Vegas Aces' 86-75 win over the Indiana Fever.

- A dismissed TV5 program manager was subpoenaed by the NBI to answer sexual harassment allegations.

TTFN.

Let's Do The News! (September 11, 2024)

 

Your daily round-up of today's news...

- The PH Senate has set the hearing on the case of Pastor Apollo Quiboloy. "We have many questions for Apollo Quiboloy", Senator Risa Hontiveros said.

- 337 volcanic earthquakes have been recorded at the Kanlaon Volcano all night. It can be recalled that the Canlaon City LGU implemented a mandatory evacuation yesterday for residents within the 4km permanent danger zone.

- The Air Carriers Association of the Philippines (ACAP) has notified passengers of possible adjustments in travel costs when NAIA's rehabilitation begins on Sept. 14.

- US Vice President Kamala Harris and Donald Trump faced each other in the recent presidential debate at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. The debate lasted for 90 minutes and both sides lashed at each other on key issues such as the war on Gaza, voting rights, freedom of choice, and others.

- Former DUP Leader Sir Jeffery Donaldson pleads not guilty to sex offense charges, including rape and indecent assault between 1985 and 2008.

- What to expect in The Crew MOTORFEST's 2nd year.

- Adrian Newey has joined the Aston Martin F1 team as Managing Technical Partner.

- The new Bentley Flying Spur was unveiled. Powered by the same V8 Twin Turbo PHEV as the Continental GT, it produces 782PS, making it capable of a 0-60mph time of 3.3 seconds.

2025 Bentley Flying Spur

- Hennessey unveiled the Venom F5-M Roadster, the most powerful manual transmission-mated road car. The 1817HP Fury V8 engine is now mated to a 6-speed MT. All 12 units were already sold.

2025 Hennessey Venom F5-M Roadster

- Veteran seiyuu Emi Shinohara passed away at the age of 61. Shinohara is famed for the voice of Sailor Jupiter from the Sailor Moon franchise, Kushina Uzumaki from Naruto Shippuden, Presea from Magic Knight Rayearth, and others.

- Sony unveiled the PlayStation5 PRO, the flagship variant of the PlayStation5 console featuring PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution, 2TB SSD, and big improvements from the standard PS5. Available this November 7th at the price of US$699.99, it will be offered as a digital-only console but compatible with available extras such as the add-on disc drive.

Sony PS5 PRO

- Dreamcatcher member Dami will not attend their Latin American tour due to her health.

- Former NFL running back Adrian Peterson has been ordered by a Houston judge to turn over numerous assets to pay a debt estimated at more than $12 million.

-  WNBA players and their union spoke out against commissioner Cathy Engelbert's recent comments that failed to condemn racist and vitriolic behavior from fans surrounding the Caitlin Clark-Angel Reese rivalry.

- Singer Taylor Swift says she will support US Vice President Kamala Harris moments after the presidential debate. Swift praised Harris for being a "warrior".

TTFN.