Let's Do The News! (January 31, 2026)

        

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- North EDSA roads closed for four months, according to the MMDA, due to the installation of the MRT-7.

- Luigi Mangione will not receive the death penalty if convicted of killing United HealthCare CEO Brian Thompson, a judge has ruled.

- The US Justice Department is releasing over three million pages from the Jeffrey Epstein files.

- US President Donald Trump announced a special IndyCar street race in Washington, D.C., taking place from August 21 to 23, 2026. This event, called the Freedom 250, will take place near the National Mall.

- ICYMI: Nissan sold its South African plant to China's Chery.

- Seiyuu Yuji Mitsuya was hospitalized following an injury.

- Fate/Grand Order arcade game's service will end this March 2026.

- In Game 5 of the PBA Philippine Cup finals, SMB leads 3-2 after defeating TNT at the score of 96-82.

- Actress Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in Schitt's Creek, Home Alone, and Beetlejuice, dies at age 71.

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Let's Do The News! (January 30, 2026)

       

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- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. denies calls to declare Chinese embassy personnel as "persona non grata".

- House Deputy Speaker and La Union Representative Paolo Ortega V condemned the dissemination of fake medical test results of President Ferdinand Bongbong Marcos Jr. Ortega's point is that this is not an issue regarding the President's health but rather an issue of the dissemination of fake and misleading information. Ortega stressed that St. Luke's Medical Center's statement is clear that the said document is fake and not authenticated.

- Senate President Pro-Tempore Ping Lacson has raised the possibility that former congressman Zaldy Co may be using his whereabouts to make his whereabouts public. This is also related to the petition sworn and signed by Co in Stockholm, Sweden, on January 15 and submitted to the Supreme Court, asking the Office of the Ombudsman to stop filing charges against him.

- House Deputy Minority Leader and Mamamayang Liberal Party-list Rep. Leila de Lima insisted that Vice President Sara Duterte is still not safe from impeachment. De Lima's message came after the Supreme Court upheld its initial declaration that the articles of impeachment against VP Duterte are unconstitutional.

- US President Donald Trump says that immigration officials are working on a plan to reduce the number of agents in Minneapolis.

- Saturday pre-season NASCAR activities in Bowman Gray Stadium were postponed due to weather, but the Clash will still take place this Sunday.

- Simona de Silvestro will compete in the bobsleigh competition of February's Winter Olympics.

- The 2026 KYOJO CUP season announced that last year's champion, Rio Shimono, KYOJO veteran Rina Ito, Australian driver Paige Raddatz, and Kilei Kanemoto are competing for this season.

- The current-generation Mercedes-Benz S-Class received a minor change for the 2027 model year.

2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

- Starship Entertainment issued a statement following a final ruling against a malicious YouTuber.

- Shin Eun Soo and Yoo Seon Ho confirmed that they are in a relationship.

- The match between Tyson Fury and Arslanbek Makhmudov will be streaming live on Netflix this April 11th. This match marks Fury's first fight in 13 months and a high-risk comeback.

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Let's Do The News! (January 29, 2026)

      

                                          

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- Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte said that former President Rodrigo Duterte's legal team handling his case at the International Criminal Court (ICC) will not be replaced. Despite this, VP Duterte said that the former president has given instructions for their next steps. It can be recalled that Duterte's confirmation of charge hearing at the ICC is set for February 23.

- The PH Department of Transportation (DOTr) has released a list of shipping lines approved to cover routes previously serviced by Aleson Shipping Lines after its operations were suspended in the wake of the sinking of MV Trisha Kerstin 3 in Basilan. The lines include Montenegro Shipping, SRN Fast Seacraft, Ever Lines, Ibnerizam Shipping, Archipelago Philippine Ferries, Cokaliong Shipping, Lite Shipping, Seem Sam Shipping, Ocean Fast Ferries, and HS Star Marine. Routes with special permits include Zamboanga City to Isabela City, Siasi, Jolo, Bongao, as well as Dumaguete City to Pulauan, Siquijor, and Larena.

- The Philippine National Police (PNP) is ready to maintain peace and order during the upcoming motorcade caravan of several groups along EDSA on Jan. 31, 2026.

- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. is in good condition, according to Executive Secretary Ralph Recto.

- Federal agents involved in the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis were placed on leave.

- Amazon is closing all of its physical Amazon Go cashier-less convenience stores and Amazon Fresh grocery stores. Also, the online retail giant is suffering major cuts, with 575 jobs in the Seattle area heavily affected.

- The SRO expands its GT Academy driver development program.

- The front-wheel-drive MG4 EV Urban joins its UK lineup alongside its revamped RWD MG4 model.

2027 MG4 EV Urban and 2027 MG4 EV

- i-dle member Yqui, Young K of DAY6, Stella Jang, and others were promoted to full members of the KMCA.

- ILLIT's Minju and Moon Sang Min are ending their stint as presenters of Music Bank.

- In Game 4 of the PBA Philippine Cup finals, TNT leveled with 2 wins each after beating SMB 110-87.

- Veteran action director William Mayo died at age 70.

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Let's Do The News! (January 28, 2026)

     

                                          

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- Basilan Rep. Yusop Alano asks to conduct a deep investigation and hold accountable those responsible in connection with the sinking of MV Trisha Kerstin 3 in the waters covered by Basilan, where 18 have been recorded dead and there are still missing.

- A magnitude 5.7 quake hits Kalamansig, Sultan Kudarat.

- The Armed Forces of the Philippines continues their operation against the remaining members of the Communist Terrorist Group.

- The European Union opened their investigation on X (formerly Twitter) over its Grok AI.

- US Congresswoman Ilhan Omar got sprayed by an unknown substance after a male suspect charges her at the Minneapolis town hall.

- Genesis showcased their X Skorpio Concept.

- The FIA confirmed a WRC candidate event in the US this June 11-17, 2026. 

- Seiyuu Kozo Shioya dies at 71.

- The Masked Rider Agito 25th Anniversary movie will hit select cinemas this April 29, 2026.

- Seo Ji Hun announced his February 3 enlistment date.

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Let's Do The News! (January 27, 2026)

    

                                          

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- The Philippine National Police is assisting in the investigation of the vessel sinking off Basilan as it mobilizes its resources to support its Search and Rescue ops.

- Construction of the flood monitoring command center in Manila has commenced.

- The PH Food and Drug Administration got grilled by the recent Senate hearing due to a lack of responsibility in the agency's mandates.

- Former UK Conservative Home Secretary Suella Braverman has defected to the Reform UK party.

- The Israeli military confirmed that it has retrieved and identified the remains of the last Gaza hostage, Ran Gvili.

- The US Border Patrol chief and some agents are leaving Minneapolis following the deadly shooting.

- The Charlotte Motor Speedway is expected to drop the Roval in favor of bringing back the superspeedway naming for NASCAR's postseason race.

- The Rahal Letterman Lanigan racing team adds Ryan Briscoe and race engineer Mike Pawlowski to its three-car program.

- ICYMI: The Dragon Ball franchise has announced an upcoming Galactic Patrol chapter of the Dragon Ball Super anime. Additionally, there will be a new "Age 1000" Game Project, as well as a director's cut "Beerus" version of the Dragon Ball Super TV anime, set to be released this fall, along with other exciting updates.

- Cha Eun Woo apologizes for disappointing fans with his tax evasion issue.

- Nonito Donaire will battle Anthony Olascuaga in their March 15 match in Yokohama.

- Match between Jose Valenzuela and Diego Torres confirmed as the Zuffa Boxing main event this February 1, 2026.

- Actor Raoul Aragon passed away at 78.

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Let's Do The News! (January 26, 2026)

   

                                          

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- Political analyst and former president of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP), Atty. Egon Cayosa, believes that the Philippines will be more shameful to the world if the impeachment complaints filed against the country's two highest-ranking leaders are not acted upon immediately. Cayosa's reaction was to Senate President Tito Sotto's statement that the Philippines will be more shameful to the world if President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte are impeached.

- The Philippine National Police has arrested 24 individuals involved in illegal mining in Misamis Oriental, and 30.8 million pesos worth of equipment was seized.

- Executive Secretary Ralph Recto is directing the PH Department of Health (DOH) and PhilHealth to examine the possible expansion of benefits and PhilHealth packages, especially for those in the middle class.

- Andy Burnham was blocked from standing in the upcoming by-election in the UK by the Labour Party's ruling body.

- US officials confirmed that a person was shot to death by federal immigration officers in Minneapolis.

- Prince Harry says sacrifices made by NATO forces in Afghanistan deserve "respect" following harsh comments from US President Donald Trump. Trump's "insulting" comments draw flak from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

- Apple's Apple Pay service is expected to begin operations in the Philippines by the third quarter of 2026 as local banks work to complete technical requirements to support the platform for contactless payments.

- Tesla removed the standard Autopilot feature from all-new Model 3 and Model Y vehicles sold in the US and Canada.

- The Donkervoort P24 RS was unveiled, and it's powered by an EcoBoost V6 engine turned to produce 600bhp of power in a car that weighs 780kg.

- Bertone revived the Runabout as a V6-powered machine that will be built in very limited numbers.

- TV series Kamen Rider Zeztz casts Yuki Tamaki as CODE Number: 3/Lord Three, Shin Koyanagi as CODE Number: 5/Lord Five, and Yuzuki Hirakawa as CODE Number: 6/Lord Six.

- The penultimate episode of the final Super Sentai Series installment, No.1 Sentai Gozyuger, casts Kenichi Suzumura as the ultimate threat, Rex.

- NCT members Jeno and Jaemin announced their unit debut as NCT JNJM.

- The Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots will face each other in the NFL's Super Bowl this February 8, 2026.

- In Game 3 of the PBA Philippine Cup Finals, San Miguel leads 2-1 after beating Talk N Text at the score of 95-89.

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Let's Do The News! (January 24, 2026)

  

                                          

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- Historic winter storm Fern rages through most parts of the United States, bringing ice and heavy snow. 

- Wet weather in Taipei caused the delay of Alex Honnold's Skyscraper Live attempt.

- Starting February 18, 2026, Apple Pay will increase its Instant Transfer fee to 1.7%, with a minimum charge of $0.25 and a maximum charge of $25. Users can also transfer money to their bank accounts using ACH, which will arrive within 1 to 3 business days at no additional fee.

- The Williams F1 team will not attend the Barcelona shakedown tests.

- Alpine's F1 '26 competitor, the A526, was unveiled.

- Kurt Busch, Harry Gant, and Ray Hendrick are inducted into the NASCAR 2026 Hall of Fame, with Deb Williams earning the Squier-Hall Award for NASCAR Media Excellence and Humpy Wheeler receiving the Landmark Award for Outstanding Contributions to NASCAR.

- IMSA is cooperating with NASA for the groundbreaking Space Act Partnership to advance data science and human performance.

- KBS variety show Music Bank apologizes for the error during yesterday's winner announcement.

- ENHYPEN member Sunghoon was named as the torchbearer for next month's Milano Cortina Winter Olympics.

- In Game 2 of the PBA Philippine Cup finals, San Miguel Beer leveled the score with one win each after beating Talk N Text 111-92.

- The DJ at Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz's wedding shared details about Victoria Beckham's "inappropriate" dance.

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Let's Do The News! (January 23, 2026)

 

                                          

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- Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte said she was just hugging her supporters who also wanted to hug her father, former president Rodrigo Duterte, who is incarcerated at the International Criminal Court (ICC) in the Netherlands.

- Former Ako Bicol Party-list Rep. Zaldy Co is reportedly ready to be a witness in the impeachment proceedings against President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr., according to former Anakalusugan Party-list Representative Mike Defensor.

- Beep, the operator of the stored value card used in the LRT and MRT, announced that they have removed Stored Value Updaters and Express Renewal Devices from train stations because they still use 3G technology. It can be recalled that the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) said it would phase out 3G as well as 2G networks in the country by September 2025 due to its possible security vulnerabilities.

- As of 3:00 p.m. today, January 23, the Low Pressure Area or former typhoon Ada was sighted 560-kilometer East of Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur. Meanwhile, the Northeast Monsoon is affecting Luzon and Visayas. In a 4 p.m. update by PAGASA, cloudy skies with light rains are being experienced over Cagayan Valley, Bicol Region, Apayao, Kalinga, Mountain Province, Ifugao, Aurora, Quezon, Marinduque, Oriental Mindoro, Northern Samar, Samar, Eastern Samar, and Biliran due to the Northeast Monsoon.

- The Philippine Coast Guard has maintained that it will continue to uncover the truth and defend the country's sovereignty in the waters under Philippine jurisdiction, particularly the West Philippine Sea, in accordance with the 2016 Arbitral Award and International Law. According to Coast Guard Spokesman to the West Philippine Sea, Commodore Jay Tarriela, the Philippines' openness or transparency serves as an obstacle to China's gradual illegal expansion and militarization of disputed areas, including Bajo de Masinloc, because their suspicious movements are immediately exposed.

- TikTok has finalized an agreement with the White House to continue its operations in the United States.

- Ferrari's F1 '26 competitor, the SF-26, was unveiled.

- A one-off Bugatti FKP Homage was unveiled. The second of its Solitaire project.

- The recent XBOX Developer Direct announced that Game Freak's Beast of Reincarnation is coming this Summer 2026, Fable this Autumn 2026, Kiln this Spring 2026, and the long-awaited Forza Horizon 6 this May 2026.

- BTS breaks personal record with over 4 million stock pre-orders for their upcoming album ARIRANG.

- Trinity Rodman signed a record three-year contract with the Washington Spirit to remain with the club until 2028, ending months-long uncertainty over the soccer player's future.

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Let's Do The News! (January 22, 2026)

                                          

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- MRT-3 operations are back to normal after being delayed earlier, January 22, due to a dog spotted on the train tracks. The DOTR-MRT3 also apologizes to passengers who were inconvenienced. As of 6:31 p.m., the dog was spotted on the MRT-3 tracks and was captured by the Coast Guard at 6:56 p.m. Train operations are now back to normal.

- An ethics complaint has been filed against Senator JV Ejercito, who is the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Ethics and Privileges. Atty. Eldridge Aceron filed a complaint against Ejercito for gross neglect of constitutional duty for failing to act on the ethics complaint filed against Senator Chiz Escudero.

- Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Sec. Jonvic Remulla, looking into the possibility that someone is harboring businessman Atong Ang.

- US President Donald Trump announced that a framework for a future deal with NATO regarding Greenland has been agreed upon, while also dropping the threat of tariffs.

- The UK declines to join US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace as Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper questions Putin's involvement with the board.

- Mercedes-AMG's F1 2026 competitor, the W17, was unveiled. In addition, its drivers, Andrea Kimi Antonelli and George Russell, are showcasing their new racing suit designs.

- 2025 F1 Academy champion Doriane Pin becomes part of Mercedes-AMG's driver development program.

- F1 Academy unveiled its new brand image for the 2026 season.

- The first-ever Volvo EX60 was unveiled.

2027 Volvo EX60

- The Pretty Series announced the new installment titled, Onegai AiPri, coming this Spring 2026. More info will arrive on February 26, 2026.

- Disney+ previewed its 2026 K-drama lineup.

- In Game 1 of the PBA Philippine Cup finals, TNT drew first blood by defeating SMB 96-91.

- Jamie George announced his retirement from rugby in 2027.

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Let's Do The News! (January 21, 2026)

                                         

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- Charlie “Atong” Ang’s camp confirmed that the guns belonged to the said businessman and gaming tycoon have been surrendered. Among those surrendered were a Colt rifle, a Glock 9mm; a Sig Sauer 9 mm; a Smith & Wesson .38 caliber; and a Battle Arms Development (BAD) 9 mm pistol.

- Filipinos in Greenland, which has been threatened with annexation by the United States, have nothing to be alarmed about, according to the Philippine Embassy in Denmark.

- The British government has approved plans for a large Chinese embassy in London after years of discussions regarding security concerns. Shadow communities have condemned this decision as "a disgraceful act of cowardice," while the Liberal Democrats describe it as Prime Minister Keir Starmer's "biggest mistake yet." Even US President Donald Trump, who criticized the UK’s deal over the Chagos Islands, has expressed his disapproval of this decision.

- No new criminal charges against child killer Lucy Letby following other allegations over baby deaths.

- Local media reports say that the train driver was killed and several people were hurt after a train derailment near Barcelona.

- The suspect who killed former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was sentenced to life.

- Travis Pastrana is making his NASCAR comeback in the Truck Series race in Daytona.

- The Audi R26 comes to life ahead of its F1 2026 debut with its drivers, Gabriel Bortoletto and Nico Hulkenberg, showing off their new racing suit designs.

- Dacia is teasing its 2026 plans, including a new Sandero Hybrid, an A-segment electric urban car, and a C-segment car.

- Akihisa Shiono and Keisuke Watanabe join the cast of the live-action Sakamoto Days movie as Kashima and Natsuki Seiba.

- Former Nintendo US boss Doug Bowser is now part of Hasbro's board of directors.

- Netflix teases its 2026 K-drama, film, and variety show lineup, such as The Scandal, The WONDERfools, Bloodhounds Season 2, and more.

- Former Alabama standout and G League player Charles Bediako is suing the NCAA over eligibility.

- Director and actor Mark Jones passed away at the age of 72.

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Let's Do The News! (January 20, 2026)

                                       

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- Six senators from the opposition have signed their own report on the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee's investigation into the anomalous flood control projects in which former Speaker Martin Romualdez is primarily accused of being the promoter of corruption. This was announced by Senators Rodante Marcoleta and Imee Marcos in a press conference and submitted to the office of Senate President Tito Sotto on December 10, 2025. They based their own report on the first three hearings of Marcoleta when he was Chairman of the Blue Ribbon Committee (BRC) and the subsequent three hearings of Senator Ping Lacson, who is currently the Chairperson of the committee. Among the minority senators who signed the report are Marcoleta, Marcos, as well as Senators Robin Padilla, Bato dela Rosa, Jinggoy Estrada, and Bong Go.

- Up to 130,901 families or more than 433,000 individuals were affected by Typhoon Ada. According to data from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC), those affected are from 724 barangays in the Bicol Region, Eastern Visayas, and CARAGA. Of the said number, more than 5,000 people are still temporarily staying in 325 evacuation centres in the aforementioned regions. The number of deaths remains at 2, while 2 were injured or hurt. Currently, there are still 33 roads and 1 bridge in Regions 5 and 8 that are impassable to motorists due to the effects of the typhoon.

- The Western Naval Command (WNC) confirmed that a Chinese Long March 12 rocket was spotted passing over Palawan at around 3:59 p.m. yesterday, January 19, 2026. According to the WNC, their personnel captured the incident on video as part of the command's ongoing real-time monitoring operations.

- US President Donald Trump calls the UK's Chagos Islands deal an "act of great stupidity", months after endorsing the move. Trump says the deal in which the UK hands over the Chagos Islands' sovereignty to Mauritius is one of the reasons he wants the US to take over Greenland. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer stated that the 99-year lease on the UK-US military base will cost the UK £101 million per year. Trump previously supported the UK's Chagos Islands deal, which Secretary of State Marco Rubio described as a "monumental achievement."

- The UK government is consulting on whether to ban social media for the under-16s.

- Prince Harry arrived at the London court for the case against the publisher of the Daily Mail newspaper.

- A text exchange between US President Donald Trump and Norwegian PM Jonas Gahr Store was made public as he links not getting a Nobel Peace Prize to Greenland ambitions.

- Italian fashion designer Valentino passed away at the age of 93.

- The BBC is collaborating with YouTube to produce platform-exclusive content, admitting that traditional broadcasting can "no longer sustain its future".

- Haas unveiled its VF-26 ahead of the F1 2026 season.

- Honda unveiled its F1 powertrain that will power the Aston Martin F1 team for the F1 2026 season.

- Aston Martin ended providing F1 safety cars after five seasons.

- The production-spec Apollo EVO's interior was revealed.

- The second-generation Kia Niro received a minor change for the 2027 model year.

2027 Kia Niro

- YouTube is reportedly cracking down and deleting custom subtitles on videos. Hololive music videos are among those impacted.

- The San Diego Comic-Con will not allow AI-generated material in its art show.

- Indiana beats Miami 27-21 to claim its CFP National Championship title.

- Boxing legend Mike Tyson comments on Floyd Mayweather's upcoming exhibition match.

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Let's Do The News! (January 19, 2026)

                                      

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- The Highway Patrol Group (HPG) has confirmed that the license plate of one of the luxury cars linked to former Congressman Zaldy Co is fake. According to HPG Director P/BGen. Hansel Marantan, a micro-etching examination revealed that a Ferrari that was recovered was registered under a different name with the same type of vehicle. It can be recalled that four vehicles were recovered by authorities in an operation conducted in Taguig City. Because of this, the HPG is now investigating the possible relationship of Co with the real owner of the license plate of the said vehicle.

- Two female witnesses appeared before the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee hearing and pressed contractor Curlee Discaya on his connection to former Speaker Martin Romualdez in the purchase of a property in a popular subdivision in Makati City. The two women, who went by the aliases Maria and Joy, identified themselves as staff of the former owner of the property in South Forbes Park, Mr. Rico Ocampo, which Romualdez allegedly purchased in April 2023. According to the witness, broker TJ Conti introduced them to Curlee Discaya on February 1, 2024, as the contractor of the purchased property, but that introduction lasted less than five minutes.

- The Malacañang has insisted that the filing of an impeachment complaint is part of the democratic process as stipulated by the Constitution. This is the Palace's statement on the impeachment complaint filed in the House by Atty. Andre de Jesus, and endorsed by Pusong Pinoy party-list Rep. Jett Nisay. According to the Presidential Communications Office, the Palace respects the process and is confident that Congress will fulfill its role as a coequal branch of government honestly, with integrity, and in accordance with the rule of law.

- The Philippine Navy's newest offshore patrol vessel arrived in the country from South Korea on Friday, Jan. 17, 2026, where it will be called Barko ng Republika ng Pilipinas (BRP) Rajah Sulayman (PS20). The new ship was welcomed by the missile frigate BRP Jose Rizal (FF150) as part of standard Naval protocols upon its entry into Philippine waters. The said ship will first undergo post-delivery activities and pre-commissioning processes before its official joining of the active fleet.

- NATO member states were warned about US President Donald Trump's tariff threat regarding the Greenland issue. President Trump announced plans to impose harsher tariffs on the UK, Denmark, and other European countries over the Greenland dispute.

- 39 people were killed in a high-speed train crash in Spain.

- 2024 F1 Academy World Champion Abbi Pulling will continue her GB3 campaign for the 2026 season, representing Rodin Motorsport.

- TOEI announced the cast of Super Space Sheriff Gavan Infinity, the first TV series of the new PROJECT R.E.D. franchise airing on TV Asahi this February 15, 2026. The series stars Kohei Nagata as Reiji Doki/Gavan Infinity, Arihiro Matsunaga as Daisuke Date, Kohana Arisaka as AGI, Hiroto Yasuda as Rikiya Wanibuchi, Takehito Koyasu as the voice of Patran, Ryuga Akahane as Setsuna Aikokuin/Gavan Bushido, Anna Iriyama as Rui Amou, Kokona Sumi as Kiki Iwai/Gavan Luminous, and Rana Tanida as Kotobuki Takanari, with the special participation of Yuta Hiraoka as Kalel Com Wigiles. May'n will perform the theme song of the new TV series.

- Chef Im Sung Geun confesses to three past DUIs. In response, several TV programs are cancelling his guest appearance.

- Actor Woo Chang Soo passes away at the age of 51.

- The Big Ten and the SEC are still deadlocked on CFP expansion.

- Jimmel and Eman Pacquiao have matches on February 28, 2026.

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Let's Do The News! (January 17, 2026)

                                     

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- Senator Bong Revilla faces malversation and graft charges over his alleged involvement with the flood control project anomalies.

- A West Midlands police chief constable will announce retirement after criticism of the decision to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans.

- A life-extending prostate cancer drug will be available for thousands in England within weeks.

- The Defender Rally wins the Stock class of the 2026 Dakar Rally, with the Dacia Sandriders winning the Ultimate class, Odyssey Academy by BBR for the Challenger class, the Can-Am Factory Team for the SSV class, the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing for the Rally GP class, and the Bas World KTM Team for the Rally2 class.

- Real Racing 3's End Of Service was extended to March 20, 2026.

- San Miguel Beer advanced to the PBA Finals after defeating Ginebra 101-88. They're up for a revenge showdown against Talk N Text in the finals.

- Arvery Lagoring and Christian Tibayan won IT'S SHOWTIME's Tawag Ng Tanghalan Duets 2 finals.

- Beauty queen Rabiya Mateo was diagnosed with depression and anxiety.

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Let's Do The News! (January 16, 2026)

                                    

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- Typhoon Ada maintained its strength while moving northwestward over the eastern part of Eastern Visayas. The center of the storm was last observed at 255 km East Northeast of Borongan City, Eastern Samar, or 335 km East of Catarman, Northern Samar, packing maximum sustained winds of 65 km/h near the center and gustiness of up to 80 km/h.

- House Assistant Majority Leader and Lanao Del Sur 1st District Rep. Zia Alonto Adiong suspects that the floating of the impeachment plan against Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is a way to divert public attention from those involved in corruption, especially in the flood control scandal.

- The Department of Social Welfare and Development is strongly warning the public against suspicious individuals or groups offering cash assistance through private messages and claiming to have a "backer" within the DSWD. This comes after the department received reports of individuals sending private messages to their victims promising to be included in the list of beneficiaries in exchange for a percentage cut and their personal information.

- X (formerly Twitter) announced that its Grok AI will no longer be allowed to generate fake explicit images of real people. The ban applies to all users, including paying subscribers.

- Venezuelan Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Corina Machado says she presented US President Donald Trump with her medal.

- The UK NHS trust "violated the dignity" of nurses by allowing a transgender woman to use the female changing room, according to the tribunal.

- UK MP Robert Jenrick tells BBC his defection to Reform UK is not about personal ambition and will "unite the right".

- The Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC, the first of the new Ford Racing performance brand, was unveiled during Ford Racing's 2026 season reveal. It will use the same supercharged V8 engine from the hardcore GTD. Also, Ford Racing announced that the new Dark Horse SC joins the NASCAR fray in the 2027 season, as well as drivers for its WEC Hypercar campaign.

2027 Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC

- Red Bull unveiled its F1 2026 liveries of both the main team and the Racing Bulls. Both are powered by Ford powertrains as part of the new collaboration.

- PREMA Racing undergoes ownership shake-up.

- The Netflix original series, Culinary Class Wars, was renewed for Season 3, and auditions are underway. The next season will be a clash between restaurants.

- FNC is ending its variety management.

- The Zerafa Vs. Tsuyu match ended with a "no contest" result after a headbutt left the former unable to fight.

- The alleged secret daughter of Freddie Mercury, named Bibi, dies at 48.

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Let's Do The News! (January 15, 2026)

                                   

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- Senate President pro tempore Ping Lacson challenged Senator Imee Marcos to join and cooperate in the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee (BRC) hearing to be held on Monday, January 19. This is regarding the senator's allegation that the Blue Ribbon Committee is blocking or not allowing them to speak about high-ranking government officials involved in corruption in flood control projects. Lacson challenged Sen. Marcos, if the senator can contribute anything to pressure her cousin Romualdez, she should attend the Blue Ribbon Committee hearing.

- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has assured that someone will be held accountable for the landslide at a landfill in Balamban, Cebu City, that killed at least 20 people. According to the President, the government is working to ensure accountability, safety, and a transparent investigation into the incident. The search and rescue operations are continuing in the area.

- Typhoon Ada maintained its strength as it moved west-northwestward over the Philippine Sea. Based on PAGASA's 11 a.m. weather bulletin, Typhoon Ada was last spotted 420 kilometers east of Surigao City, Surigao del Norte, and was moving west-northwestward at a speed of only 20 kph. It has maximum sustained winds of up to 55 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 70 kph.

- The Trump administration is suspending the processing of immigrant visas for applicants from 75 countries, including those from South America, the Balkans, South Asian countries such as Pakistan and Bangladesh, as well as most African and Caribbean nations. However, this latest announcement does not impact the issuance of visitor visas, as the United States is the primary host for this June's FIFA World Cup.

- NATO says that Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran aligning with each other is testing the alliance between NATO member states, including the United States.

- The Danish minister says "fundamental disagreement" remains after a "frank" Greenland talks with the US.

- The US is pulling some personnel from a Qatari air base as a "precautionary measure" as President Donald Trump weighs up action against Iran amid ongoing protests.

- Acura is axing the RDX crossover, but the next-generation RDX is coming soon.

- Dodge is axing the Hornet crossover due to harsh tariffs on European imports. The Hornet, based on the Alfa Romeo Tonale, is fully imported from Italy.

- The Chevrolet Corvette C8 ZR1 becomes America's fastest production car with a 0-60mph time of less than two seconds and a quarter-mile time of 8.675 seconds.

- Jensen returns with a teaser of its upcoming V8-powered GT car inspired by the legendary Interceptor.

- Caterham showcases its updated Project V prototype vehicle.

- Nina Gademan will return for the 2026 F1 Academy season under Alpine sponsorship, while Rachel Robertson joins the grid under PUMA sponsorship.

- Mamoru Oshii will direct the new Votoms anime series at Sunrise and Production I.G.

- Cygames said it will not use generative AI on its current products despite establishing its AI studio.

- John Harbaugh is ready to accept the Giants' head coaching job, according to reports.

- The NCAA asks the CFTC to suspend prediction markets.

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Let's Do The News! (January 14, 2026)

                                  

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

- The Regional Trial Court Branch 26 in Sta. Cruz, Laguna, has issued arrest warrants against gambling tycoon Atong Ang and 17 others for kidnapping with homicide in connection with the PH Department of Justice case involving the missing sabungeros.

- The death toll from the Binaliw Landfill in Cebu City has reached 19.

- Typhoon Ada is slowly approaching east of Mindanao. According to PAGASA, the typhoon is spotted 545km east of Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur.

- Police chief admits misleading MPs after AI was used to justify banning Maccabi Tel Aviv fans froma match in Birmingham, UK, last year.

- A construction crane fell on the moving train in Thailand, killing 22 people.

- Homes worth over one million pounds will face higher council tax bills under plans unveiled by the Scottish Budget.

- US President Donald Trump encourages Iranians to "keep protesting" and that "help is on its way". The "help" Trump mentioned refers to the possible use of the same military tactic that brought down Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro.

- Max Esterson and Nikita Johnson will run full-time for the RLL Team McLaren.

- BMW previews its next-generation M3, which will be offered in a quad-motor EV and a straight-six petrol.

- Honda will introduce its squareless H logo in 2027. The new logo will apply to future Honda hybrid and electric models.

- The Ford Bronco RTR was unveiled.

- The Toyota Hiace was updated for the 2026 model year with new LED headlamps.

2026 Toyota Hiace

- The Netflix K-drama, The Art of Sarah, will be streamed this Friday the 13th of February, 2026.

- TNT advances to the PBA finals after defeating Meralco 99-96.

- The Nations Championship is happening this July and November. The Six Nations teams will compete against the best rugby teams from Argentina, Australia, Fiji, Japan, New Zealand, and South Africa with this North vs. South approach. The Finale will take place in London's Allianz Stadium.

- Marvel Studios' Avengers Doomsday will hit cinemas on December 18, 2026.

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Let's Do The News! (January 13, 2026)

                                 

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

- Cebu City is placed under a State of Calamity in the aftermath of the Binaliw landfill. The death toll from the landfill is now 11.

- Senator Raffy Tulfo has requested the immediate enactment of the bill that eliminates the travel tax for economy class passengers. Tulfo noted that the travel tax bill continues to be a burden for those traveling in economy class with limited budgets. In Senate Bill 88 filed by the senator, Presidential Decree 1183, which created Republic Act 1478 and Republic Act 6141, is being amended to eliminate the travel tax for economy class passengers traveling anywhere in the world.

- DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla clarified that President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. has directed them to study how to bring former Rep. Zaldy Co back to the Philippines without having to go through the lengthy extradition treaty process. In a phone interview with Malacañang media, Remulla said the President did not order the immediate formation of an extradition treaty with Portugal. Instead, the directive is to find a faster way to bring Co home.

- The Philippine National Police rolled out full security measures for the 2026 Sinulog, Ati-Atihan, and Dinagyang Festivals.

- An investigation into X (formerly Twitter) was launched by the UK's OFCOM after concerns that X's Grok AI was being used to create sexualized images. Following the investigation, the UK will enforce a law this week to criminalize non-consensual intimate images.

- Malaysia is taking legal action against X over its Grok AI concerns.

- Nadhim Zahawi, former UK Conservative chancellor, has defected to Reform UK.

- Starting in the 2026 season, NASCAR will eliminate its elimination-style post-season playoffs. Instead, the top 16 drivers from the regular season will qualify for the 10-race Chase. The driver with the highest points at the end of this series will be crowned the champion.

- Victor Martins joins Alpine's WEC Hypercar campaign for the 2026 season.

- Italdesign previewed its NSX Tribute special machine based on the second-generation Honda NSX with design inspired by the first-generation NSX.

- The Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator 85th Anniversary Edition were unveiled, part of the year-long Twelve For Twelve limited edition drops.

Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator
85th Anniversary Edition

- The recent Bushiroad New Year's presentation announced several exciting projects. This includes an all-new Revue Starlight anime produced by Kinema Citrus, as well as the introduction of the new Zero Rise franchise, which will feature a TV anime and a stage play. Additionally, a new Weiss Schwarz online game was announced, along with the release of a new BanG Dream Our Notes app game. Fans can also look forward to the Ave Mujica movie, set to release in autumn 2026, and the BanG Dream Yume Mita anime, which is scheduled for Summer 2026, among other announcements.

- Mayu Yokota and Junki Tozuka join the cast of the live-action Sakamoto Days movie as Lu Shaotang and Heisuke Mashimo.

- THE SIMS production team stated that despite the EA sale, creative control remains with MAXIS, and their core values of inclusivity and player expression remain intact.

- VARO Entertainment announces legal action against malicious acts targeting actors.

- Production of the next season of the puzzle show Crime Scene Zero was announced.

- Moses Itauma was injured, resulting in his fight being rescheduled for March 28.

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Let's Do The News! (January 12, 2026)

                                

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

- Philippine President Bongbong Marcos says he's ready to face whatever impeachment complaint filed against him.

- Over 4,000 individuals were affected by the Mayon Volcano eruptions.

- The death toll from the Binaliw landslide has reached 8, according to the Cebu City Fire Station.

- ICYMI: Instagram suffered a major cyberattack that exposed 17.5 million users.

- The final Nijigasaki High School Idol Club Finale movie will hit cinemas this winter.

- The Super Sentai Series will end its five-decade broadcast with the final episode of No.1 Sentai Gozyuger airing this February 9, 2026.

- Meitantei PreCure, the 2026 installment of TOEI's PreCure series, airs this February 1, 2026. The series stars Hikari Senga as Anna Akechi/Cure Answer, Kaede Hondo as Mikuru Kobayashi, and Nao Toyama as the enemy character Ruruka Moria/Cure Arcana Shadow.

- The fifth "The Roundup" movie casts Kim Jae Yeong as an enemy character.

- The father of TWS member Jihoon passed away.

- One Battle After Another bagged the most Golden Globe victories.

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Let's Do The News! (January 10, 2026)

                               

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

- It took 30 hours, 50 minutes, and one second for the Andas ng Poong Jesus Nazareno to return to Quiapo Church at 10:50 a.m., from the Quirino Grandstand in Manila, yesterday, January 9, 2026. This is the longest procession in the Feast of the Nazarene. Based on official data released by the Quiapo Church leadership this morning, a total of 9,640,290 people participated in the Feast of the Nazarene.

- Snow and ice warnings cover most of the UK as tens of thousands are without power because of winter storm Goretti.

- A new video emerged of the Minneapolis shooting filmed by a U.S. ICE agent who opened fire.

- The owner of the Swiss ski resort bar where 40 died in the New Year's Eve fire was taken into custody.

- Protests erupt across Iran as the Supreme Leader accuses crowds of aligning with US President Donald Trump.

- HOONIGAN announced its participation in the first-ever Summernats USA, happening in Florida's Freedom Factory this March 12-14, 2026.

- The Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Luna Rossa was unveiled. Made in collaboration with the Luna Rossa sailing team, it features a silver exterior color with Luna Rossa livery, red badging, and a unique dual rear spoiler. All 10 units were sold out.

2026 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Luna Rossa

- GungHo Online named Kazuya Sakai as its new CEO, replacing Kazuki Morishita.

- Go Ara departs from KINGKONG By STARSHIP.

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Let's Do The News! (January 9, 2026)

                              

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

- Almost 200,000 people have gathered for this year's Traslacion. The Philippine National Police is maintaining its maximum alert as the Traslacion proceeds peacefully.

- The Philippine Embassy warns Filipinos against false J-1 visa promises by illegal recruiters.

- A red "danger to life" wind warning was issued for southwest England as storm Goretti heads to the United Kingdom.

- Fans of the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley, gathered at Sydney's Central Station for a seven-hour train journey aboard an Elvis-themed train. This event was part of the Elvis Festival held in Parkes, New South Wales, Australia. Tribute artists and fans filled the special train, which traveled 357 kilometers from Sydney to Parkes.

- The Ligier JS50 diesel-powered microcar lapped the Nurburgring Nordschleife in 28 minutes 28.5 seconds, breaking the six-decade record by the Trabant by more than 12 minutes as the slowest vehicle on the legendary track.

- Nissan unveiled the NOTE AURA NISMO CONCEPT as well as the Nissan Fairlady Z facelift range (including the Nissan Fairlady Z NISMO 6MT variant) at the recent Tokyo Auto Salon.

Nissan Note Aura NISMO RS Concept

2027 Nissan Fairlady Z

2027 Nissan Fairlady Z NISMO

- The Toyota GR Yaris MORIZO RR was unveiled. Limited to 200 units, it features dynamics inspired by the racing car that competed at the Nurburgring 24 Hours.

2027 Toyota GR Yaris MORIZO RR

- The Subaru WRX STi Sport# was unveiled at the Tokyo Auto Salon. Based on the VB WRX S4, it features a 6-speed manual gearbox, a first for a JDM model. It will be available this Spring 2026.

2027 Subaru WRX STi Sport#

- Honda unveiled the Prelude and Civic Type R HRC Concepts at the Tokyo Auto Salon, as well as the upcoming Civic e:HEV RS mated with the same S+ Shift system as today's Prelude.

- An XBOX Developer_Direct presentation is happening this January 22, 2026, and it will feature more about the upcoming Fable reboot, Forza Horizon 6, and Beast of Reincarnation.

- Girls' Generation member Taeyeon renews her contract with SM Entertainment.

- Olympic snowboarder Chloe Kim was hurt during her training for next month's Winter Olympics.

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