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

         

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- Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano will not block the coup against his leadership this afternoon during the plenary session. According to Cayetano, it is the right of any senator to change the Senate leadership if they wish.

- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is mobilizing the Department of Energy (DOE) to immediately resolve the power disruptions that have caused rotational brownouts in several areas of the country in recent days.

- The House prosecution panel believes there is a connection between last week's decision to impeach Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte and the Senate coup that resulted in the overthrow of Vicente Sotto III from his position as Senate President, which was then filled by Alan Peter Cayetano.

- The Philippine National Police (PNP) is on high alert in Metro Manila and various parts of the country in connection with the expected protest actions during the convening of the Senate as an impeachment court today against Vice President Sara Duterte.

- Artificial intelligence (AI) and electronic warfare have been incorporated into the curriculum of the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) to prepare future officers of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) for modern threats and warfare.

- The winners of the 2026 Nurburgring 24 Hour endurance race.

- BMW showcased the Vision Alpina Concept at the Villa d'Este Concours.

- The Volkswagen ID.POLO GTi was unveiled.

- Lee Jae Wook enlists in the military.

- KBS reality show "2 Days & 1 Night" casts Lee Yong Jin.

- Manchester beats Chelsea 1-0 to win the FA Cup.

- Aaron Rai becomes the first Englishman to win the PGA Championship in over a century.

- Scotland rugby legend Scott Hastings passed away at the age of 61.

- Action star Keanu Reeves will star in the stop-motion Hidari animated movie.

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

         

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- The PH Department of Energy and the Energy Regulatory Commission are urging the NGCP to explain regarding power disruptions in Luzon and Visayas. Meanwhile, the Philippine National Police is tightening its security amid rotational brownouts.

- The NBI named Senator Robin Padilla as a "person of interest" over the escape of Senator Bato dela Rosa following Wednesday's shootout.

- Before the Ombudsman imposed a 6-month 'preventive suspension' today, Senate Sergeant-at-Arms Mao Aplasca became emotional when he expressed his feelings about the current situation of his colleague, Senator Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa.

- Labour MP Josh Simons says he will resign to allow the Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, the chance to run for parliament.

- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer responds to Wes Streeting's resignation, telling him "we must deliver on all the promises we made". Meanwhile, James Murray was appointed as the UK's new health secretary.

- At the recent Honda presentation, two next-generation hybrid concepts were unveiled: the Honda Hybrid Sedan Concept and the Acura Hybrid SUV Concept. These concepts preview the company's next-generation hybrid models coming this 2027.

- Jeep unveiled this month's Twelve 4 Twelve drop: the Wrangler America250 Edition, made in collaboration with Marvel Comics.

- BBC denied reports about the Top Gear TV show's comeback.

- Seiyuu Wakana Yamazaki passed away at age 61.

- Golfer Jon Rahm apologized for hitting a volunteer with a divot after he took a swing in frustration during the first round of the 108th PGA Championship.

- Amazon MGM Studios issued a statement denying reports about the announcement of a new James Bond actor in the next 007 movie. The studio will reveal this information at the "right moment" and in the "right time."

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

        

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- The Philippines is placed under full alert following last night's Senate shootout.

- Philippine President Bongbong Marcos denies involvement in last night's Senate shootout between security and NBI agents.

- Fires broke out in Putatan, Muntinlupa City, and BF Homes, Paranaque City.

- Senator Bato dela Rosa considers PNP custody, according to Senate Sergeant-at-arms retired Major General Mao Aplasca. Bato is no longer under protective custody from the Senate.

- The Makabayan Bloc condemns Senator Bato Dela Rosa's escape from the Senate during the shootout, saying it's an embarrassment and injustice for drug war victims.

- Wes Streeting resigns as health secretary, saying he lost confidence in UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's leadership.

- US President Donald Trump praises "extremely positive" talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping after the latter called US-China relations "most important".

- Chancellor Rachel Reeves told the BBC that the Labour leadership contest would "plunge the country into chaos".

- Former UK Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner is "cleared" of wrongdoing by the HMRC over tax affairs, paving the way for a potential leadership bid.

- Katherine Leege will be the first woman to attempt the Indianapolis 500 and the Coca-Cola 600 double this Memorial Day Weekend.

- William Louw, an FIA safety delegate for the African Rally Championship and a pillar of South African and African motorsports, passed away.

- Roadkill Nights 2026 takes place in M1 Concourse, Woodward, this August 8, 2026.

- The live-action Legend of Zelda movie will now hit theaters on April 30, 2027.

- The Origin of Ultraman documentary movie will hit cinemas on July 3, 2026.

- Lee Ki Taek is joining the cast of the KBS reality show 2 Days and 1 Night.

- BTS will perform in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final round halftime show along with Madonna and Shakira.

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

       

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- A series of gunshots were heard inside the PH Senate building this evening. Members of the media were asked to stay away from the Senate hallway where gunshots could be heard.

- Articles of Impeachment against Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte have been delivered to the Senate.

- Supporters of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte outside the Senate building are attempting to enter the police barricade.

- US President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing for a high-stakes meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

- A parliamentary standards watchdog is beginning an inquiry into whether Reform UK leader Nigel Farage breached rules over a five-million-pound gift.

- Allies of Wes Streeting told the BBC they expect him to challenge UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer for leadership as soon as tomorrow.

- King Charles arrived in Westminster for a State Opening of Parliament.

- Andretti and Porsche are ending their Formula E partnership after this season.

- Jaguar announced the name of the upcoming 4-door GT EV as Type 01.

- The FIA is officiating a new hydrogen land speed record attempt on the Bonneville Salt Flats.

- The 2026 FIA Extreme H World Cup will take place in Qiddiya City, Saudi Arabia, this October 29-31, 2026.

- Yuji Ohno, the jazz pianist who worked on music for the Lupin III anime series, passed away.

- A 27-year-old male was arrested for an alleged bomb threat against Nintendo HQ.

- Katsuhiro Harada establishes VS Studio SNK.

- eBay rejects Gamestop's bid to take over the e-commerce company.

- Music program "THE SHOW" returns after seven months.

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

      

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- The PH House of Representatives resumed its session following yesterday's impeachment verdict on Vice President Sara Duterte amid a Senate coup.

- The PH Department of Agriculture is imposing an import ban on poultry and products from Greece due to the Foot and Mouth Disease.

- Pro and anti-Duterte protesters clash at parts of Diokno Blvd., Pasay City, where they gather near the Senate vicinity.

- The LTFRB-NCR began its annual safety inspection on school service vehicles before next month's start of classes.

- The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) will hold the operator of the Navotas landfill accountable for the fire that occurred there, which took a month to be extinguished.

- The Philippines and Paraguay are targeting to expand trade and investment between the two countries following the bilateral meeting between President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Paraguayan President Santiago Peña Palacios in Malacañang.

- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer tells the cabinet he will "get on with governing," and his leadership challenge has not been triggered. Earlier, his first government minister resigned and urged Starmer to set a timetable to quit.

- Audi previews its upcoming flagship SUV named the Q9.

- Lotus will unveil its upcoming V8 hybrid supercar with the codename Type 135 in 2028.

- Ricky Stenhouse Jr. signed a multi-year contract extension with Hyak Motorsports.

- The first of the two-film Votoms anime will hit cinemas on November 20, 2026.

- Yoo Seon Ho confirmed to leave the KBS reality show, 2 Days and 1 Night.

- The match between Lewis Crocker and Liam Paro was set for June 24, 2026, in Brisbane.

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Let's Do The News! (May 11, 2026)

     

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- The Philippine Senate has cited in contempt and detained a National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) personnel who attempted to arrest Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa. Earlier, a majority of senators aligned with Vice President Sara Duterte voted to oust Tito Sotto and replace him with Alan Peter Cayetano. Bato dela Rosa returned to the Upper House by surprise. Bato is placed under "protective custody" by the Senate following arrest threats from the ICC.

- Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte's defense team is ready to appear before the Senate, which will sit on the impeachment court. This follows the House of Representatives' vote today, May 11, which impeached the Vice President for the second time.

- Typhoon Caloy has maintained its strength and is moving northward while over the waters east of Eastern Visayas. In PAGASA's Tropical Cyclone Bulletin #8 today, May 11, the eye of the Tropical Depression was located 470 km East of Guiuan, Eastern Samar. It is packing maximum sustained winds of 45 km/h near the center, gusts of up to 55 km/h, and is moving northward at 10 km/h.

- US President Donald Trump says Iran's response to US proposals to end the war is "totally unacceptable".

- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is delivering a speech in response to the ruling Labour Party's downfall in last week's elections.

- The Lamborghini Fenomeno Roadster was unveiled, featuring the same 6.5L V12 hybrid powertrain that delivers an impressive 1,080 PS of power. All 15 units were sold out before unveiling.

- The upcoming Ultraman Teo TV series casts Amane Kamiya as Emma Kazama, Noa Nakada as Kanna Izumi, Yu Uemura as Rintaro Hiura, Ryoma Morimoto as Wataru Tomabechi, and Yu Kobayashi as the voice of Alien Petit Pucchy.

- Adolescence scored four BAFTA TV Awards wins.

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Let's Do The News! (May 8, 2026)

    

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- Early English council results show Reform gains and Labour loses as counting yet to begin in Scotland and Wales.

- The US says Iranian military facilities were attacked after navy ships were targeted as the fighting resumes.

- A new hantavirus case was suspected on a remote island as contact tracing continues.

- The DILG is confident about the Philippines obtaining Interpol's red notice against former congressman Zaldy Co.

- ASEAN member countries have reaffirmed their unity and cooperation amid escalating tensions and crises in various parts of the world, including the impact of unrest in the Middle East. At the opening of the 48th ASEAN Summit and Related Meetings in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. emphasized the importance of strong unity among countries in the face of challenges affecting the economy, security, energy, and food in the region.

- Opel/Vauxhall will launch a new EV compact crossover by 2028 and will be made in collaboration with China's Leapmotor.

- Porsche reclaims the Nurburgring Nordschleife production EV lap record with the Taycan Turbo GT with Manthey kit at a rate of 6:55.5.

- Volkswagen's Golf GTI Edition 50 sets new Nurburgring Nordschleife front-wheel-drive lap record in 7:44.523.

- The next-generation Nissan Elgrand has an AUTECH variant unveiled. The new model will be unveiled this Summer.

- Nintendo is raising its prices for its Switch 2 console as well as the original Switch and Switch Online subscription prices.

- DONUTS announced that the Tokyo 7th Sisters game will end its service on August 12, 2026, after 12 years.

- HYBE launches new ABD label for a girl group that will debut this year.

- 82MAJOR member Cho Seongil was injured.

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Let's Do The News! (May 7, 2026)

   

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- The DENR had recorded a critical air quality in Guinobatan, Albay, due to the ashfall from the Mayon Volcano.

- The country of Timor-Leste formally becomes the member-state of ASEAN.

- Train passengers in southern England facing major disruption after radio system fault.

- Israel launched an attack on Beirut, the first attack on Lebanon's capital since the April ceasefire.

- Cruise ship hantavirus patients arrive in Europe for treatment.

- Anthropic signs compute deal with SpaceX to meet AI demand.

- The first-ever Lexus TZ was unveiled and will be available this 2027. It's Lexus' first three-row EV.

- The Star Fox 64 remake is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 this June 25, 2036.

- Ted Turner, the man behind the Turner lineup of channels such as TNT, CNN, and Cartoon Network, passed away at the age of 87.

- Netflix K-drama "Teach You A Lesson" arrives this June 5, 2026.

- NCAA tourney expansion reaches its final steps, according to reports.

- Kris Aquino tested positive for COVOD again after recent hospitalization.

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Let's Do The News! (May 6, 2026)

  

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- The cruise ship with the hantavirus outbreak on board will sail from Cape Verde to the Canary Islands, according to Spain. The Canary Islands opposes plan for the ship to dock there, citing safety concerns.

- For pro-Palestine activists were convicted of criminal damage over a raid at a UK site of an Israel-based defence firm.

- 2.5 tons of sardines were donated to the Camalig evacuees.

- The GSIS supports the Kalinga Bill that provides 12.2 billion Pesos of aid in times of crisis.

- A copy of the committee report from the House Committee on Justice on the impeachment proceedings of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte was provided to the Congress.

- Three people died in the fire at a residential area in Barangay Lower Bicutan, Taguig City, while seven were burned.

- PGMN founder Franco Mabanta was navbed for alleged extortion against Rep. Martin Romualdez.

- McLaren begins testing of its MCL-HY race car folliwing its unveiling.

- The Opel/Vauxhall Corsa GSE was unveiled.

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Let's Do The News! (May 5, 2026)

 

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- Two were killed after a car driven into a criwd in the German city of Leipzig.

Two people were arrested on suspicion of arson over the fire at the memorial wall in Golders Green.

- Former DWWW 774 DJ Big Brother asonny passes away.

- Albay Sanggunian approves resolution declaring 8 LGUS in Albay under State of Calamity.

- A bill that expands protection for female workers from discrimination has reached its final reading after garnering 227 votes for House Bill No. 7704.

- The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas have approved emergency cash withdrawal in banks in times of calamity.

- Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte's health condition is fine, according to Vice President Sara Duterte after visiting her father at the detention facility of the ICC in The Hague.

- FIA confirms the return of V8 engines to F1 by 2031.

- THE ONE PIECE anime reboot by Wit Studio will have a 300-minute February 2027 world premiere.

- Seiyuu Satomi Akesaka announces her marriage.

- GameStop makes a non-binding proposal to fully acquire eBay.

- ITZY member Yeji will limit her participation in upcoming concerts due to her herniated disc.

- Actors Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni have reached a settlement in the harassment lawsuit, avoiding trial.

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Let's Do The News! (May 4, 2026)

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- The US says no navy ships were hit after Iran claimed it struck a US warship with missiles in the Strait of Hormuz.

- A house explosion in UK's Bristol killed a woman and a man while three others, including a child, were hurt.

- The camp of PH Vice President Sara Duterte is filing a reply-affidavit over the perjury charge filed by Ramil Madriaga.

- The PH Department of Energy is in favor of dropping the 12% value added tax on oil and electricity.

- Mayon Volcano remains under Alert Level 3 due to magmatic unrest.

- Two low-pressure areas were spotted near the Philippine Area of Responsibility, according to PAGASA.

- McLaren's WEC Hypercar entry for the 2027 season, the MCL-HY, was unveiled.

- The Bang Dream Yume Mita anime airs this July.

- Nike announced the return of the limited-edition "All-Star" Kobe 4 shoes this 2027.

- The Detroit Pistons made it to thr NBA Eastern Comference Semifinals.

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Let's Do The News! (May 2, 2026)

                

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- UK Green Party leader Zack Polanski apologized for sharing a post condemning officers who arrested the Golders Green stabbing attack suspect.

- Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte's five-country travel got postponed to May 15, 2026.

- The United States Embassy in Manila has issued a warning to its citizens in the Philippines to avoid associating with insurgent groups, such as the New People's Army (NPA), the armed wing of the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP).

- Animal rights advocates denounce Korean Air's ban on carrying cockfighting chickens on flights from the United States to the Philippines.

- An undocumented Filipino was arrested by the Department of Homeland Security in Los Angeles, after stabbing two “roommates” over a fight over orange juice, according to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

- Cadillac unveiled the limited edition CT5-V Blackwing F1 Collector Series.

- Racing legend Alex Zanardi passed away at the age of 59.

- A new Quintessential Quintuplets TV series was announced.

- Seiyuu Tomoyo Kurosawa announced the birth of her first child.

- One of South Korea's largest illegal webtoon sites shuts down ahead of crackdown.

- Manny Pacquiao will be inducted into the US National Boxing Hall of Fame this April 2027.

- The Mystery Science Theater 3000 staff announced the end of service of its Gizmoplex app on Rocky, Apple TV, Android, and Fire TV on June 30, 2026, and the entire Gizmoplex website on September 30, 2026. The classic comedy show will remain available with its own 24.7 channel, on-demand episodes across many streaming platforms, as well as on the FilmRise app, and via Shout! TV on Prime Video and Roku.

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Let's Do The News! (May 1, 2026)

               

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- UK terror threat level has been raised to "severe" following the Golders Green stabbing incident. The suspect was charged with attempted murder.

- Meanwhile, a man was found guilty of trying to break into the Israeli embassy in London to launch a knife attack.

- Superdry co-founder James Holder was found guilty of rape.

- The Department of Foreign Affairs is monitoring Zaldy Co's possible asylum request in France.

- The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) continues to patrol against illegal “peeing” activities in waters nationwide.

- Labor Day protests in Metro Manila are peaceful and orderly, according to the NCRPO.

- Two new wrongful death lawsuits have been filed in connection with the deadly December plane crash that killed former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina, their two children, and pilots Dennis Dutton and his son Jack.

- Zach Cregger's Resident Evil movie is hitting cinemas on September 18, 2026.

- The original Aikatsu arcade game returns with the Encore version coming this Autumn 2026.

- KATSEYE canceled their Music Bank appearance at the last minute.

- The second season of GIRLS PLANET is coming in 2027 with a global audition open to aspirants worldwide.

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

              

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- Europe's Ariane 64 heavy lift rocket launches 32 satellites.

- Former FBI director James Comey turned himself in to face charges that he threatened US President Donald Trump in an Instagram post.

- The stabbing of two Jewish men in Golders Green, London, was declared a terror incident, according to police. The mother of one of the victims says she is "horrified these things could happen on London's streets".

- Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's camp has again appealed to the International Criminal Court (ICC) after the charges against him were confirmed.

- Peso exchange rate against the dollar, closed today, April 30, 2026, at ₱61.485. The exchange rate strengthened by 0.082 cents compared to the ₱61.567 recorded on Wednesday, April 29.

- The Philippine National Police is on heightened alert for tomorrow's Labor Day.

- GMA News reporter Saleeman Refran leaves for the Ombudsman post.

- The Ferrari Purosangue is now offered with the new Handling Speciale for improved handling.

- The FIA picked 505 Games' Assetto Corsa Rally as the official title for its new FIA e-sports Global Rally Tour.

- Lucas di Grassi announces his retirement from professional motorsports at the end of the 2026-27 Formula E season.

- Kia plans to launch 27 electrified models by 2030. This includes 14 EVs and 13 hybrids.

- A new GTO TV series is airing this July.

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

              

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- The United Arab Emirates announced its pullout from OPEC and OPEC PLUS beginning May 1, 2026.

- Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte attended the opening ceremony of a certain exhibit in Laguna.

- The Caloocan City Mayor advised the public over the chemical leak at Barangay 168, Deparo.

- The US Justice Department indicted former FBI director James Comey for the second time.

- UK's King Charles and Queen Camilla met face-to-face with US President Donald Trump. King Charles delivered his speech at the US Congress before arriving at the White House for a state dinner.

- UK MPs reject call for Prime Minister Keir Starmer to face parliamentary probe into whether he misled the Commons about the Mandelson vetting.

- The Range Rover SV Ultra was unveiled.

- The Volkswagen ID.POLO was unveiled.

2027 Volkswagen ID.POLO

- IndyCar finalizes rule restricting non-charter entries to Indy 500 only after 2026.

- Boy group CIX is ending their group activities as their member Yonghee is enlisting in the military.

- SM Entertainment wins lawsuit against a malicious YouTuber for defamation of EXO, Red Velvet, and aespa.

- NCAA tournaments set to expand to 76, according to reports.

- The NBA is reportedly finalizing its lottery reform proposal.

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

             

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- Two Philippine National Police (PNP) personnel were dismissed from their posts after being involved in dangerously loading pushcarts using a police mobile patrol in Tondo, Manila.

- The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has suspended two Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) chairpersons in Makati City for alleged corruption.

- The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) confirmed the shooting incident in the area of ​​Timog Avenue.

- The International Criminal Court (ICC) has formally designated the Trial Chamber that will hear the case of former President Rodrigo Duterte. The judges in the said trial chamber III are Judge Joanna Korner, Judge Keebong Paek, and Judge Nicolas Guillou.

- Senator JV Ejercito is disappointed after the PH Department of Justice announced that fugitive and former lawmaker Zaldy Co. is no longer in the Czech Republic.

- The US gala shooting suspect was charged with attempted assassination of President Donald Trump.

- UK's King Charles and Queen Camilla have arrived in the US for their four-day state visit.

- UK PM's ex-aide Morgan McSweeney says the Mandelson appointment is a "serious error of judgment," but he did not ask for him to be cleared at all costs.

- The Audi Q4 e-tron lineup received a minor change for the 2027 model year.

2027 Audi Q4 e-tron

- The Hyundai Grandeur GN7 received a minor change for the 2027 model year.

- Subaru created a BRZ Boxer Rally spec.Z for the 2026 Rally Japan season.

Subaru BRZ Rally spec.Z

- The Japanese government moves to protect voices from unauthorized generative AI use.

- The Sakuna smartphone game ends its service, and its PC release got canceled.

- Rock band Unison Square Garden suspends its activities following drummer Takao Suzuki's departure.

- Han Da Gam announces her pregnancy.

- BINI announced their 2026 World Tour across Asia, the US, and Europe.

- Willie Revillame announces the end of his online game show Wilyonaryo and the return of Wowowin to television.

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

            

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- National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Director Melvin Matibag believes that Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte's "assassination plot" against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. was planned, and that it was not just a 'metaphor' because she contacted an assassin. Matibag said they continue to be on high alert due to threats to the President's life, and are continuing to search for the alleged assassin they contacted.

- The Senate Blue Ribbon Committee (BRC) is already drafting the Chairman's Progress Report regarding the investigation into the anomalous flood control projects.

- Data leak to Office of the Ombudsman investigators is now being investigated by the Philippine National Police (PNP).

- The upper house of PH Congress will once again push for the postponement of this year's Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) date. Senator Imee Marcos filed Senate Bill 2067 which would postpone the BSKE from November 2, 2026 to October 4, 2027. Under the bill, current barangay incumbents will continue in office until their successors are elected in 2027 and the terms of Barangay and SK officials will be reduced to four years.

- The Malacañang has advised former President Rodrigo Duterte's lawyer, Atty. Nicholas Kaufman, not to dwell on the past. This comes after Duterte's camp raised the government's position in 2023 questioning the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court (ICC).

- Suspect in US press gala shooting aimed to assassinate President Donald Trump and his cabinet, according to investigators.

- Magnitude 6.1 earthquake strikes Hokkaido, Japan.

- Geely unveiled the Galaxy Light Gen II Concept and the Eva Cab Concept at the 2026 Auto China.

- TOEI GAMES unveiled the first three games coming this 2026.

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

            

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- US President Donald Trump says the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire was extended to three weeks after their White House meeting.

- US President Donald Trump says that King Charles' state visit could help mend US-UK relations.

- Two were arrested over alleged drug sales in High Street mini-marts after the BBC undercover investigation in the UK's West Midlands.

- The first air-conditioned passenger waiting room at the LRT-1 Baclaran Station has been officially opened, aiming to provide additional comfort to passengers against the extreme heat of the weather.

- The Malacañang maintained that there was no contradiction in the statement of Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and the Department of Justice regarding the situation of former congressman Zaldy Co in the Czech Republic.

- The Philippine National Police (PNP) is pleased with the signing of a unified interagency standard operating procedure for the implementation of the executive order banning the operations of Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) in the country.

- Peugeot unveiled the 6 and 8 concepts at the 2026 Auto China.

- The Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric was unveiled.

- The Volkswagen ID.BUZZ was updated for the 2027 model year with physical buttons in the interior.

- Honda is ending its car sales to the South Korean market by the end of 2026.

- Lucas leaves SM Entertainment.

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

           

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- The Malacanang says the Office of the President will grant the new travel authority request of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte to allow her to travel abroad while impeachment hearings are ongoing at the House of Representatives.

- The PH Commission of Elections will now require the attachment of a birth certificate upon the filing of a certificate of candidacy for the 2026 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections and succeeding elections.

- The ICC Pre-Trial Chamber I confirmed all charges against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte for crimes against humanity.

- NASA released photos of Earth captured by the Artemis II crew during their journey to the Moon in celebration of Earth Day.

- Two more people were arrested over an alleged conspiracy to commit arson at the site connected to the Jewish community.

- The Kimera EV038 Collezione Martini was unveiled. The 2.1L twin-charged engine now produces 640 bhp.

- The BMW 7-Series G70 received a big minor change for the 2027 model year, featuring a new controversial interior layout with tech inspired by the Neue Klasse.

2027 BMW 7-Series

- The Morgan Supersport 400 was unveiled. Its 3.0L straight-six engine from BMW produces 402bhp of power.

- Gunther Werks unveiled a one-off finale to their Porsche 911 (993) Speedster projects, the Project Endgame.

- Court grants injunction suspending contracts of nine THE BOYZ members with ONE HUNDRED.

- Song Min Ho of WINNER asks for a second chance amid a possible prison term

- Chelsea FC head coach Liam Rosenior was sacked after less than four months in charge.

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

          

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- US President Donald Trump has extended the Iran ceasefire for a few days while retaining the naval blockade at the Strait of Hormuz.

- A man pleaded guilty to the religiously aggravated rape and assault of a Sikh woman in Walsall, UK.

- UK police said a 17-year-old male was charged over the arson attack on a London synagogue. The boy was released on bail and ordered to appear at court on June 4th.

- Sacked civil servant Sir Olly Robbins faced MPs over Peter Mandelson vetting row.

- Devotees flock to the shrine of "the Lady who calls" in the Philippines for the coronation centenary. Millions of pilgrims have gathered in Pangasinan, marking the centenary of the canonical coronation of the image of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary of Manaoag.

- Pininfarina gave a first look at the JAS Tensei supercar, inspired by the first-generation Honda NSX.

Pininfarina JAS Tensei

- The GEN4 Formula E racing machine was unveiled and set to race in Season 13.

- TOEI established its gaming brand.

- The Switch 2-exclusive Splatoon Raiders arrives this July 23, 2026.

- METRO 2039, the fourth installment in the METRO series inspired by Dmitry Glukhovsky's novel trilogy, will be released this winter for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series consoles.

- Big Ocean's Europe tour was canceled at the last minute.

- Kentucky state governor Andy Beshear slams the University of Kentucky's athletics decision-making, including the seven-figure gig retiring athletic director Mitch Barnhart.

- Actor Rif Hutton dies at 73.

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